Comparison page

HMC5883L vs PMS5003

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.

HMC5883L

Projects needing Magnetometer and Compass with a commonly available sensors part.

PMS5003

Projects needing PM2.5 and Air quality with a commonly available sensors part.

Specification Matrix

DimensionHMC5883L PMS5003

CategorySensorsSensors

MakerHoneywellPlantower

CoreNot specifiedNot specified

ClockNot specifiedNot specified

WirelessNot specifiedNot specified

Voltage3.3V3.3V

LibrariesArduinoArduino

Price$1.00 - $3.00$12.00 - $25.00

Known Tradeoffs

HMC5883L

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

PMS5003

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

Open Individual Model Pages

HMC5883L

Honeywell

Legacy 3-axis magnetometer used in electronic compass modules and tutorials.

China-madeSensors72% confidence

PMS5003

Plantower

Laser particulate matter sensor module used for PM1.0, PM2.5, and PM10 air quality monitoring.

China-madeSensors78% confidence