ATS Mini V4 Firmware Comparison: ats-mini vs H.J. Berndt
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Markdown
Quick reference comparing the two main alternative firmwares for the ATS Mini V4 (ESP32-S3 + Si4732). See the full how-to for flashing steps from an Android phone.
| ats-mini (esp32-si4732 / G8PTN fork) | H.J. Berndt Firmware | |
|---|---|---|
| Philosophy | Broad, actively developed, community-driven | Focused operator's tool — on-radio decoding, snappy tuning |
| Open source | Yes (GitHub) | No — compiled binary only |
| Standout feature | EiBi schedule support, EEPROM backup/restore via web UI, web memory editor, theme editor | Built-in RTTY & CW/Morse decoder, signal plotter, station list overlay on frequency scale |
| Interface | Single-press encoder actions, status bar, VFO/BFO SSB tuning, optional large S-meter layout | Sophisticated display layout, FM RDS visualization, NUMPAD frequency entry |
| Extras | Web status page, RDS, squelch, per-band mode memory | Serial logging/screenshots, no WiFi required, ETM auto-scan, AM band monitor |
| Hardware mod needed | None | None on V4 (older V1-V3 needed a one-wire solder mod) |
| Best for | Tinkerers wanting ongoing updates and web tools | Utility/maritime DX, RTTY/CW monitoring, WWV work |
Links: ats-mini docs | Berndt firmware page