Meshtastic

Off-grid text messaging over a LoRa radio mesh.

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Package managers

  • Flathubflatpak install flathub org.meshtastic.MeshtasticDesktop

About Meshtastic

Meshtastic is firmware and companion apps that turn inexpensive LoRa boards into a mesh network for text messages and position sharing with no cellular service or internet, with encrypted channels and range measured in kilometres in good conditions.

Strengths

  • Works entirely without cellular coverage or internet
  • Encrypted channels and position sharing across a self-forming mesh

Limitations

  • Requires compatible LoRa hardware for every participant
  • Range and reliability depend heavily on antennas and terrain

Details

Pricing
FreeThe open-source firmware and apps are free. Radio hardware is purchased separately.
License
Open source, license not stated
Developer
The Meshtastic project
Platforms
Windows, macOS, Linux, Android, iOS
How it runs
Downloadable app
Best suited for
Off-grid text messaging over a LoRa radio mesh
Categories
Network tools
Last verified
Added
Provenance
Selected from the TechWalrus Resource Hub (Networking & Diagnostics); facts checked against the developer's own pages, 2 sources on file.

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