Arduino Starter Kit Roundup (2024)

[@johntullett9105]

I purchased one if these this week and there is no manual with the kit!

[@InsightsIA]

Sorry to hear that, but which of the four did you purchase? Note that they all don't come with manuals...

[@johntullett9105]

@@InsightsIAHi, it was just entitled "ARDUINO Starter KIT". No instructions or labels on all the different items. I understood it is for beginners, but it just confuses me!

[@johntullett9105]

@@InsightsIA As far as I can see it is none of the 4! The leaflet in the box just states, "ARDUINO Starter KIT". There are many components but none are labelled. I have no idea what they are or what they are used for. I am a complete beginner!

[@johntullett9105]

How can I send a photo of the main component. It looks similar to others but does not have the Arduino logo or name on it.

[@InsightsIA]

Ok, that makes sense - check out our other Arduino videos and maybe they will help? We also have a step-by-step course for ten bucks at TheAutomationSchool.com, but as you know the kits we use are not the same as the one you purchased :-(

[@zrig1]

I bought the Sunfounder kit. Tons of items in it. I was not impressed with the breadboard. Connections were sketchy at best.

[@InsightsIA]

Thanks for the feedback!

[@Mohamedsaid-ev2ni]

Thanks

[@InsightsIA]

Thank you :-D - Shawn

[@fatjawns3671]

I still like the official kit, as a beginner with no experience in electronics or engineering, it’s genuinely the most straightforward path

[@InsightsIA]

I hear you @fatjawns3671, and it's the only one to my knowledge that comes with the optional certification test. However if you're on a super tight budget or just exploring this as an option, the $20 kit is a great value.