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Review on πŸ“ Stemedu TFmini Plus Lidar Range Finder Sensor: Waterproof Micro Distance Detection Module with UART I2C IIC I/O, Anti-dust Protection at 1000Hz by Stephen Johnson

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Very good product at an affordable price.

I am very happy with this great product. It's similar and in many ways superior to the Garmin version at about a third of the price. Please note that despite its name, this is NOT the "Plus" version of TFMini. This is a unique product and various TFMini Arduino libraries will not work with it. You may have to write your own. Benewake's technical support team was very patient in answering all of my questions. The product could be better for at least three reasons: 1. I2C interface in addition to or instead of the free serial UART interface. (Soon, I'm told.) 2. Much better documentation, including a more complete list of commands, better command descriptions, and an overview of the inner workings.2. More reliable mounting options than just two thin M2 threaded holes in the case. Two dog ears like the TFMini would be fine, or four like the Garmin would be better.

Pros
  • High test results for hold and durability
Cons
  • Not as thick as other options