“This is such a great board! I love how it retains the RPi Pico pinout and compatibility, but at the same time also fixes most of its annoyances. I particularly like the USB-C connector, the Stemma QT/Qwiic connector, the clear silkscreen markings, the power button that double-functions as a reset button, and the boot button that double-functions as a user-programmable button. Together these features make it so much more convenient to use than an RPi Pico.
Then why only 4 out of 5 stars? It's relatively expensive for an RP2040 board. The announced 4MB version of this board will probably address this up to a point, but for me the ideal version would ironically ditch the LiPo/Li-Ion circuitry as well. I don't have a use for it in most of my projects, so it only adds to the costs. A 4MB Pimoroni Pico NoLiPo for a good price would be my Goldilocks board and I would totally see it replacing the RPi Pico in all of my projects!”
“Very happy with the same form factor as the Pico and the extra battery charging features. Unfortunately, the cost is quite high compared to the original Pico + generic lipo charging breakout but it is very convenient having it all in one package. Board is well made and has good silkscreen markings on the top. Overall, I am happy with the Pico LiPo.”
