Overview
esptouch_flutter is a Flutter plugin enabling ESP-Touch (Smart Config) functionality for configuring Wi-Fi networks on ESP-8266 and ESP-32 devices. It allows seamless network setup by sending configuration data directly from mobile devices to the target hardware over Wi-Fi. Compatible with both Android and iOS, it simplifies IoT device onboarding without requiring manual input of credentials. The plugin integrates easily into Flutter apps using a straightforward API.
Use cases
- IoT device pairing
- Wi-Fi configuration for ESP modules
- Smart home device setup
- Automated device provisioning
- Mobile app integration with ESP devices
Key features
- Supports ESP-Touch protocol
- Works on Android and iOS
- Simple API integration
- No need for manual SSID/password entry
- Real-time device discovery
Suitable for
- Developers building IoT apps
- Hardware integrators using ESP chips
- Mobile apps for smart devices
- Projects requiring zero-touch device setup
Considerations
- Requires compatible ESP firmware
- Limited to ESP-Touch-enabled devices
- Network permissions needed on Android/iOS
- May require background execution on some platforms