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Hardware Selection Wizard

Get personalized hardware recommendations based on your experience level, budget, and project goals. This wizard will guide you through selecting the perfect components for your Arduino UNO R4 WiFi journey.

What's your Arduino experience level?

This helps us recommend components that match your skill level and provide appropriate guidance.

Complete Beginner

Never used Arduino before. Want to start with the basics and learn step by step.

  • Basic LED projects
  • Simple sensor readings
  • Guided tutorials

Some Experience

Used Arduino before or have basic electronics knowledge. Ready for moderate complexity.

  • Multiple sensors
  • Motor control
  • WiFi connectivity

Advanced User

Experienced with microcontrollers. Looking for advanced projects and custom solutions.

  • Complex integrations
  • Custom protocols
  • Professional projects

What do you want to build?

Select your primary project goals. You can choose multiple options.

Home Automation

Smart switches, lighting control, temperature monitoring

Sensor Monitoring

Environmental data, weather stations, data logging

Robotics

Motors, servos, movement control, autonomous systems

IoT & Connectivity

WiFi projects, remote monitoring, cloud integration

Security Systems

Motion detection, cameras, access control, alarms

Learning & Education

Experiment, understand concepts, educational projects

What's your budget?

Help us recommend components within your price range (South African Rand).

Starter Budget

R500 - R1,000

Essential components to get started with basic projects

  • Arduino board
  • Basic components
  • Starter accessories

Hobbyist Budget

R1,000 - R2,500

Good selection of sensors and actuators for diverse projects

  • Multiple sensors
  • Motors & servos
  • Display modules

Professional Budget

R2,500+

Premium components and comprehensive toolkit for advanced projects

  • Professional sensors
  • Advanced modules
  • Complete toolkit

Additional Preferences

Fine-tune your recommendations with these preferences.

Power Source Preference

USB Powered

Connect to computer or USB adapter

Battery Powered

Portable projects with battery packs

Wall Adapter

Permanent installations with AC adapter

Project Environment

Indoor Projects

Controlled environment, room temperature

Outdoor Projects

Weather-resistant, temperature variations

Soldering Experience

No Soldering

Breadboard and plug-in components only

Basic Soldering

Simple soldering for headers and connections

Advanced Soldering

SMD components and complex assemblies

Your Personalized Recommendations

Based on your answers, here are our recommendations:

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