Standard modules (e.g., 1mW) are cheaper and use less power, while Pro versions (e.g., 60mW) offer significantly more range (up to 2 miles in rural settings) at the cost of higher power consumption. 4. Choose Your Antenna Type

A direct wireless link between two modules, ideal for simple remote control or data logging.

Wireless waterproof low-power consumption temperature sensor

The physical antenna affects the size and signal pattern of your device:

The global standard. It offers higher data rates but is susceptible to interference from Wi-Fi and Bluetooth.

Multiple "children" modules communicating with a single central "parent" coordinator.

A small wire extending from the module. Good all-around performance for a low price.

Digi has evolved the XBee line through several "Series," though modern users primarily choose between Series 1, Series 2, and the newer XBee 3. XBee Series 1 (Legacy) XBee Series 2 Go to product viewer dialog for this item. S2C (Zigbee) Go to product viewer dialog for this item. XBee 3 (Modern) Go to product viewer dialog for this item. Beginners, simple 1-to-1 links Complex mesh networks Future-proofing & MicroPython 802.15.4 (Point-to-Multipoint) Zigbee, DigiMesh, 802.15.4, or BLE Ease of Use High (Works "out of the box") Ease of Use Moderate (Requires configuration) Ease of Use High (Multi-protocol support) Programmability Programmability Programmability Built-in support 3. Select Frequency and Range