A repeater node sits in a fixed location — typically on a rooftop, mast, or hilltop — and relays packets between nodes that cannot reach each other directly. Repeaters run continuously and are usually solar-powered. They do not need a companion app; they operate autonomously once configured.
For a personal carry device, see Companion Nodes.
Commercial Prebuilt
Off-the-shelf options require no soldering or assembly. You purchase the device ready to deploy with firmware already installed. The following nodes are recommended by the HRMesh community.
Atlavox Beacon Solar
A purpose-built solar-powered mesh repeater from Atlavox. Built around the proven RAK19007/4631 WisBlock platform, housed in a rugged IP67 aluminium enclosure with a shading design to keep temperatures down. Comes with a heavy-duty mounting bracket compatible with large and small antennas. One of the most recommended pre-built solar repeaters in the MeshCore community. Buy from Atlavox
- Processor: Nordic nRF52840 (via RAK4631)
- LoRa Radio: Semtech SX1262, 22 dBm max TX, 915 MHz
- Connectivity: Bluetooth LE, USB-C
- Battery: Integrated LiPo
- Solar Panel: 5 W integrated
- GPS: Built-in
- Antenna: External via SMA connector
- Enclosure: IP67 aluminium
- Price: ~$247–$300 USD
SenseCAP Solar Node P1 Pro
A solar-powered MeshCore/Meshtastic node from Seeed Studio. Features an XIAO nRF52840 Plus MCU, integrated GPS, 5 W solar panel, and up to four 18650 batteries for extended off-grid runtime. The mounting bracket includes holes to upgrade from the included RP-SMA antenna to a stronger N-type connector — an upgrade strongly recommended for repeater deployments. Buy from Seeed Studio
- Processor: Nordic nRF52840 (XIAO nRF52840 Plus)
- LoRa Radio: Semtech SX1262 (Wio-SX1262), 22 dBm max TX, 868 / 915 MHz
- Connectivity: Bluetooth 5.0, USB-C, Grove, UART
- Battery: 4 × 18650 Li-ion (3350 mAh each)
- Solar Panel: 5 W integrated
- GPS: XIAO L76K (GPS, GLONASS, Galileo)
- Antenna: External RP-SMA connector (N-type upgrade recommended)
- Enclosure: IPX5-rated
- Price: ~$75–$140 USD depending on battery configuration
Want to build your own? See DIY Repeater Nodes.