An open-source wireless platform for ESP32 devices.
Firmware, web tools, and companion apps for 45+ ESP32 boards.
An open-source wireless platform for ESP32 devices.
Firmware, web tools, and companion apps for 45+ ESP32 boards.
The largest update in the project's history turns an ESP32 into a full wireless research platform. Pick a band to see what it can do. A NEW tag marks what's new in v2.1.
2.4 & 5 GHz testing, capture, and monitoring.
Scan, capture, and spoof BLE devices.
Read, write, and replay NFC and IR signals.
.nfc import/export & parser collection.ir support · IR dazzlerAnalyze, capture, and replay across the bands.
.subWired attacks and live traffic interception.
HID payloads and host-side control.
Control, extend, and theme the whole device.
.gtheme asset packs.gapp, App Gallery, gbt SDK, XIP on C5This comparison is based on GhostESP's feature set and publicly available source for the listed projects. It is not a complete feature list for every firmware. HaleHound and nyanBOX are compared against the latest public source available to us; if newer releases are closed source, this table cannot be independently updated or verified against those builds.
| Feature | GhostESP | Bruce | HaleHound | nyanBOX |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Architecture | ||||
| Current source available for audit | ✓ | ✓ | Limited / older public source | Limited / older public source |
| Supported board targets | 46 CI targets | 42+ | 4 | 1 |
| Full LVGL graphical UI | ✓ | — | — | — |
| WiFi | ||||
| Live Wireshark USB streaming | ✓ | — | — | — |
| WPA3 / SAE-specific testing | ✓ | — | — | — |
| WiFi Airspace Monitor | ✓ | — | — | — |
| GhostLink dual-ESP control | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Platform & Apps | ||||
| Native SD app/plugin system | ✓ | — | — | — |
| Android companion app | ✓ | — | — | — |
GhostESP does not ship active jamming features. Distribution, promotion, sale and use of jamming devices or firmware is illegal in many jurisdictions.
Flash GhostESP with the recommended web flasher.
Initial setup guidance for GhostESP.
Device compatibility matrix for GhostESP features.
Access and control GhostESP through the web interface.
Common GhostESP CLI commands grouped by category.
Connect two ESP32 devices for remote control.
Native .gapp apps built by the community, ready to sideload.
Themes and asset packs with live .gtheme swapping.
GhostScript automation scripts shared by the community.
Build your own custom theme and asset packs.
Infrared remote code database for instant replay.
Video demos and merch drops.
GhostESP is GPL-licensed and built in public. You can inspect the firmware, tools, companion apps, docs, and even this website's source instead of trusting a black-box gadget.
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