The Adafruit FunHouse Starter Kit gives you everything you need to build WiFi-connected home automation projects with no soldering required. Powered by an ESP32-S2 chip running CircuitPython or Arduino, the FunHouse board connects to your WiFi network and makes it easy to create internet-powered sensors for your home.

Whether you want to track temperature and humidity in a room, detect motion or open doors, sense water leaks, or measure distances, this kit includes a range of plug-and-play sensor modules that connect directly to the FunHouse board via JST connectors.

Key Features

• ESP32-S2 WiFi – Built-in WiFi for internet-connected sensor projects using CircuitPython or Arduino
• No Soldering Required – All sensors connect via JST-PH plugs and quick connectors
• Built-in Sensors – The FunHouse board includes light, pressure, humidity, and temperature sensors out of the box
• Three JST-PH Ports – Connect STEMMA boards using digital or analog I/O
• STEMMA QT Port – Plug in any I²C device for expanded functionality
• Multiple Sensor Types – Includes motion, distance, water, magnetic door, and infrared break beam sensors

Ideal For

• Home automation and IoT projects
• Environmental monitoring (temperature, humidity, air pressure)
• Security and motion detection setups
• Workshops, hackerspaces, and maker education
• Gifts for electronics enthusiasts

Package Contents

• 1× Adafruit FunHouse – WiFi home automation development board with built-in light, pressure, humidity, and temperature sensors
• 1× FunHouse Mounting Plate and Yellow Brick Stand – Clear back-plate for wall mounting with M3 screws, plus golden bricks for a desk stand
• 1× Infrared Break Beam Sensor – Detects objects passing between emitter and receiver, up to 25 cm apart
• 1× Magnetic Door Sensor – Detects when a door, drawer, or window is opened
• 1× Mini PIR Sensor – Plugs into the front of the FunHouse to detect motion
• 1× Ultrasonic Distance Sensor – Measures distances up to approximately 3 metres
• 1× Water Sensor – Detects the presence of water for leak detection
• 2× JST-PH 3-pin Socket Cables – Connect sensors to FunHouse with no soldering
• 1× 10-pin Extension Jumpers (30 cm) – Extend sensor reach when you need extra length
• 3× Wire Quick Connects – Attach your own sensors or wires without soldering

Resources

• Adafruit FunHouse Learn Guide
• CircuitPython