Heltec Mesh Node T096
Overview
The Heltec Mesh Node T096 was announced on April 20, 2026, at $29.90. It combines an nRF52840 MCU with an SX1262 radio and an integrated power amplifier delivering 28 dBm TX power - matching the Heltec V3/V4 in output while adding on-board GPS and an ultra-low sleep current that makes it purpose-built for solar and remote deployments.
Specifications
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $29.90 |
| MCU | nRF52840 |
| Radio | SX1262 + integrated power amplifier |
| TX Power | 28 dBm |
| GNSS | UC6580 - L1+L5, 6 constellations (GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo, QZSS, NavIC) |
| Display | 0.96″ 160×80 color TFT |
| Sleep Current | 12 µA |
| Bluetooth | BLE 5 + Bluetooth Mesh |
| Battery Connector | 1.25 mm lithium |
| Solar Input | 1.25 mm solar connector |
| MeshCore Support | Yes - added in v1.15.0 |
T096 vs. Heltec V4
| Feature | T096 | V4 |
|---|---|---|
| TX Power | 28 dBm | 28 dBm |
| Price | ~$30 | ~$17 - 20 |
| GPS | Yes (UC6580, L1+L5) | No |
| Wi-Fi | No | Yes |
| Sleep Current | 12 µA | Higher |
| Best Role | Solar / remote / field | Indoor / USB-powered nodes |
Both deliver identical RF output, but the T096's 12 µA sleep current and built-in GPS make it far more suitable for long-term solar-powered deployments where the V4's Wi-Fi integration goes unused.
Target Use Cases
- Solar-powered relay nodes
- Remote repeaters (mountain tops, rural infrastructure)
- Portable field kits requiring GPS without an external module
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