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ESP32 Marauder – Cheap Yellow Display

ESP32 Marauder – Cheap Yellow Display

GitHub Repo: https://github.com/Fr4nkFletcher/ESP32-Marauder-Cheap-Yellow-Display

Marauder ESP32 Wi-Fi Bluetooth Packet Sniffing esp32 marauder wifi bluetooth yellow-display

ESP32-based Wi-Fi and Bluetooth sniffer with a yellow LCD screen. Based on the Marauder firmware, this device supports multiple network diagnostic tools in a compact, low-cost form.

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Overview #

This version of the ESP32 Marauder is designed for a budget yellow 1.8" TFT display. It's ideal for hobbyists who want to build a cheap Wi-Fi/Bluetooth sniffer or recon tool using the open-source Marauder firmware.

Features #

  • Based on ESP32 WROOM chip
  • Supports Wi-Fi deauth, probe, packet sniffing
  • Bluetooth device scanning and logging
  • SD card slot for data logging
  • Powered via USB or LiPo battery

GPIO Mapping #

GPIO Function
13 TFT Backlight
14 TFT DC
15 TFT CS
18 TFT SCK
19 TFT MISO
23 TFT MOSI
21 Button 1
22 Button 2
25 Buzzer

Flashing Instructions #

  1. Download or clone the official Marauder firmware.
  2. Connect the ESP32 to your computer via USB.
  3. Run esptool.py or use the Web Flasher.
  4. Set the correct GPIOs in menuconfig if compiling manually.
  5. Once flashed, restart the device and navigate through the menus with the side buttons.

Notes #

  • The device is not ESPHome- or Tasmota-compatible, but is purpose-built for the Marauder firmware.
  • No case is required, but you can 3D print one if desired.