BIGTREETECH SKR Mini E3 V3.0 control board vs BIGTREETECH SKR Pico V1.0 controller board for Voron printers
Overall winner: BIGTREETECH SKR Mini E3 V3.0 control board
Key Differences
BIGTREETECH SKR Mini E3 V3.0 (A) offers silent operation, improved heat dissipation and an upgraded USB interface and carries a higher rating with many more reviews; it sits at a more affordable price tier. The SKR Pico V1.0 (B) is more compact, includes integrated 4-axis TMC2209 UART drivers and Raspberry Pi compatibility, making it a better fit for compact Voron builds despite mixed documentation and reports of failed joints
BIGTREETECH SKR Mini E3 V3.0 control board
3D printer control board featuring STM32G0B1RET6/STM32G0B0RET6 chips and UART TMC2209 drivers. Improves heat dissipation with an enhanced heatsink and additional cooling fans, plus USB Micro B connectivity. Customers note quiet operation but mixed ease of installation and compatibility concerns
Pros
- quiet operation
- enhanced heat dissipation
- UART TMC2209 drivers
- upgraded USB Micro B interface
Cons
- mixed installation experience
- mixed board quality feedback
- compatibility concerns with some printers
BIGTREETECH SKR Pico V1.0 controller board for Voron printers
Integrated 4-axis UART driver board for Voron printers with Raspberry Pi frame compatibility. Supports easy UART connections and compact design, noted for quality and value by customers
Pros
- Integrated 4-axis TMC2209 UART drivers
- Raspberry Pi frame compatibility
- Compact, small form factor
- Easy UART connections
Cons
- Mixed feedback on documentation
- Some reports of failed joints
Head-to-Head
| Criteria | Winner |
|---|---|
| Price | BIGTREETECH |
| Durability | BIGTREETECH |
| Versatility | BIGTREETECH |
| User Reviews | BIGTREETECH |