Comparison page

MLX90614 vs BME280

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.

MLX90614

Projects needing IR temperature and Non-contact with a commonly available sensors part.

BME280

Projects needing Pressure and Humidity with a commonly available sensors part.

Specification Matrix

CategorySensorsSensors
MakerMelexisBosch Sensortec
CoreNot specifiedNot specified
ClockNot specifiedNot specified
WirelessNot specifiedNot specified
Voltage3.3V3.3V
LibrariesArduinoArduino, MicroPython
Price$8.00 - $20.00$3.00 - $6.00

Known Tradeoffs

MLX90614

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

BME280

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

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