Comparison page

ADXL345 vs BMI160

Side-by-side selection notes for specs, ecosystem readiness, known issues, and data confidence. This page is generated from structured component fields instead of a hand-written article.

ADXL345

Projects needing Accelerometer and I2C with a commonly available sensors part.

BMI160

Projects needing 6-axis IMU and Low power with a commonly available sensors part.

Specification Matrix

DimensionADXL345BMI160
CategorySensorsSensors
MakerAnalog DevicesBosch Sensortec
CoreNot specifiedNot specified
ClockNot specifiedNot specified
WirelessNot specifiedNot specified
Voltage3.3V3.3V
LibrariesArduino, MicroPythonArduino
Price$1.00 - $3.50$1.50 - $4.00

Known Tradeoffs

ADXL345

  • Breakout boards may use different pin labels or regulator choices
  • Clone modules can differ from the original datasheet part

BMI160

  • Breakout boards may use different pin labels or regulator choices
  • Clone modules can differ from the original datasheet part

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