--- product_id: 557150778 title: "waveshare Wave Rover Flexible and Expandable 4WD Mobile Robot Chassis, Full Metal Body, Multiple Hosts Support, with Onboard ESP32 Module" brand: "waveshare" price: "Β£113.03" currency: GBP in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Waveshare" url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/557150778-waveshare-wave-rover-flexible-and-expandable-4wd-mobile-robot-chassis store_origin: GB region: United Kingdom --- # ESP32 WiFi & Bluetooth onboard 3S UPS battery support 4WD full metal chassis waveshare Wave Rover Flexible and Expandable 4WD Mobile Robot Chassis, Full Metal Body, Multiple Hosts Support, with Onboard ESP32 Module **Brand:** waveshare **Price:** Β£113.03 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ€– Elevate your robotics game with the Wave Rover β€” where power meets endless possibilities! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** waveshare Wave Rover Flexible and Expandable 4WD Mobile Robot Chassis, Full Metal Body, Multiple Hosts Support, with Onboard ESP32 Module by waveshare - **How much does it cost?** Β£113.03 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/557150778-waveshare-wave-rover-flexible-and-expandable-4wd-mobile-robot-chassis) ## Best For - waveshare enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted waveshare brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Rugged 4WD Metal Frame:** Full aluminum alloy body built for shock absorption and off-road agility. - β€’ **Smart ESP32 Driver Board:** Onboard WiFi, Bluetooth, PWM outputs, and TF card expansion for limitless customization. - β€’ **Powerful High-Speed Motors:** Four N20 geared motors deliver robust torque and swift mobility. - β€’ **Uninterrupted Battery Power:** Integrated 3S UPS module powers your robot with simultaneous charging and output. - β€’ **Seamless Multi-Host Compatibility:** Supports Raspberry Pi, Jetson Nano, and more for versatile development. ## Overview The Waveshare Wave Rover is a full metal 4WD mobile robot chassis designed for professional-grade off-road performance and shock absorption. Equipped with four high-torque N20 geared motors and a built-in 3S UPS power supply supporting 3x 18650 batteries, it ensures uninterrupted power and high-speed mobility. Its multi-functional ESP32 driver board offers onboard WiFi, Bluetooth, PWM outputs, and TF card expansion, while supporting multiple host computers like Raspberry Pi and Jetson Nano for advanced robotics development and experimentation. ## Description Product description Review: Shockingly good robot platform for the price - This is an amazing little mobile robot platform for such a low price. It's definitely my go to from now on until someone improves on it. I wish it had more I/O and wish the default software was a little more extendable. Micropython OOTB would have made this perfect but perfection is always too much to ask and this falls short only barely. Review: Bare minimum. Be prepared to put the work in - I have bought several Waveshare robots over the course of six months. And they all had one thing in common... They all have had something wrong with them. That being said, I'm starting to accept the fact that all the repairs that I have done to the robots is a good part of the learning experience of robotics. This little robot is no different. As others have said, it is a 'bare bones' kit, no cameras, no automation, no lights, just the minimum functionality that can only be programmed with JSON. But, for $99, not too bad. The top clear plastic covering did break on me though, so I now have to deal with that. ## Features - The WAVE ROVER is a full metal body 4WD mobile robot chassis, which features superb off-road crossing ability and shock-absorbing performance, open source all code for secondary development. - It supports multiple host computers (Raspberry Pi, Jetson Nano, Jetson Orin Nano, etc), the host computer can communicate with the ESP32 slave computer through the serial port. - Equipped with four N20 geared motors using a high-quality gearbox, which allows the mobile robot to drive at high speed with great power. - Built in 3S UPS power supply module, supports 3 x 18650 Li batteries (in series, NOT included), which provides uninterruptible power for the robot and supports charging and power output at the same time. - Built in multi-functional robot driver board, based on ESP32, with onboard WIFI and Bluetooth, for driving serial bus servos, outputting PWM signal, expanding TF card slot, etc. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0CF55LM6Q | | Additional Features | Full Metal Body, High-Speed Driving with Great Power, Multi-Functional Robot Driver Board with WiFi and Bluetooth, Multiple Host Computer Support, Shock-Absorbing Performance, Superb Off-Road Ability, Uninterruptible Power Supply | | Age Range Description | 14+ years | | Are Batteries Required | No | | Batteries are Included | No | | Battery Description | 3S1P 18300mAh lithium battery power module (three 18650 lithium batteries in series, not included) | | Best Sellers Rank | #151,077 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #1,459 in Educational Science Kits | | Brand Name | waveshare | | Color | Silver | | Customer Package Type | FFP | | Customer Reviews | 3.2 out of 5 stars 52 Reviews | | Educational Objective | Learning and experimentation in robotics, programming, and electronics | | Included Components | 3S UPS power supply module, multi-functional robot driver board based on ESP32, 0.91inch OLED screen | | Is Assembly Required | Yes | | Item Weight | 2.6 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Waveshare | | Manufacturer Maximum Age (MONTHS) | 168 | | Manufacturer Part Number | WAVE ROVER (EN) | | Material Type | Aluminum Alloy | | Model Name | Waveshare Rover | | Model Number | WAVE ROVER (EN) | | Number of Items | 1 | | Operation Mode | Manual with Remote Control | | Power Source | Battery Powered | | Size | 194 x 168 x 33.7 mm | | Sub Brand | Waveshare | | Subject Character | Action Figure | | Theme | Robot | | Toy Vehicle Form | Car | ## Product Details - **Brand:** waveshare - **Model Name:** Waveshare Rover - **Connectivity Technology:** Bluetooth, Wi-Fi - **Included Components:** 3S UPS power supply module, multi-functional robot driver board based on ESP32, 0.91inch OLED screen - **Operating System:** Linux (version unspecified) ## Images ![waveshare Wave Rover Flexible and Expandable 4WD Mobile Robot Chassis, Full Metal Body, Multiple Hosts Support, with Onboard ESP32 Module - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61ANtWcK24L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Shockingly good robot platform for the price *by T***O on June 13, 2024* This is an amazing little mobile robot platform for such a low price. It's definitely my go to from now on until someone improves on it. I wish it had more I/O and wish the default software was a little more extendable. Micropython OOTB would have made this perfect but perfection is always too much to ask and this falls short only barely. ### ⭐⭐⭐ Bare minimum. Be prepared to put the work in *by D***N on July 24, 2025* I have bought several Waveshare robots over the course of six months. And they all had one thing in common... They all have had something wrong with them. That being said, I'm starting to accept the fact that all the repairs that I have done to the robots is a good part of the learning experience of robotics. This little robot is no different. As others have said, it is a 'bare bones' kit, no cameras, no automation, no lights, just the minimum functionality that can only be programmed with JSON. But, for $99, not too bad. The top clear plastic covering did break on me though, so I now have to deal with that. ### ⭐⭐ Good starter rover but can’t handle much hardware *by H***S on April 11, 2026* This is a pretty cool device although not well suited to our use case. We were hopeful of making this the second in a series of robots we’re building. It was unable to deal with much of a payload however - especially in regard to turns. We placed a battery, mini Windows computer, camera, and mic on it. Too much for its meager motors to handle. It’s now going to be a stripped down non-thinking rover steered by our primary stationary robot to gather video and sound for its purposes. It runs fine with just a battery and lightweight streaming camera on board. I would have purchased a more robust rover had I known. ## Frequently Bought Together - Waveshare Wave Rover Flexible and Expandable 4WD Mobile Robot Chassis, Full Metal Body, Multiple Hosts Support, with Onboard ESP32 Module - Waveshare Robotic Arm Kit, Desktop Robot Kit, High-Torque Serial Bus Servo, Based On ESP32, 4-DOF, Supports Flexible Expansion and Secondary Development, Wireless Control - Waveshare 360Β° Omnidirectional High-Torque 2-Axis Expandable Pan-Tilt Camera Module, Compatible with Raspberry Pi 4B / 5, Driven by Serial Bus Servos, Based On General Driver Board for Robots --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/557150778-waveshare-wave-rover-flexible-and-expandable-4wd-mobile-robot-chassis](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/557150778-waveshare-wave-rover-flexible-and-expandable-4wd-mobile-robot-chassis) --- *Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom* *Store origin: GB* *Last updated: 2026-06-06*