Choosing a LilyPad Arduino for Your Project
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Gella 
Introduction
You are ready for your first programmed LilyPad project, but which LilyPad Arduino do you choose? In this guide, we'll go over the features of each of the Arduinos in the LilyPad line and their strengths and weaknesses.
We've put together a quick feature comparison chart below. For more detailed technical specs, check out our Arduino Comparison Guide for LilyPad.
| Board | Microcontroller | Digital I/O Pins | Analog Input Pins | Programming Interface | Battery Attachment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LilyPad Arduino Simple | ATMega328 | 9 | 4 | FTDI | JST Connector |
| LilyPad Arduino USB | ATmega32U4 | 9 | 4 | USB | JST Connector |
| LilyPad Arduino SimpleSnap | ATMega328 | 9 | 4 | FTDI | Built in LiPo |
| LilyPad USB Plus | ATMega32U4 | 10 | 7 | FTDI | Built in LiPo |
| LilyPad Arduino 328 Main Board | ATMega328 | 14 | 6 | FTDI | Sew Tabs |
Suggested Reading
If you have never worked with LilyPad or other wearable technology before, you may find the following resources useful.
- Getting Started with LilyPad
- Planning a Wearable Electronics Project
- Insulation Techniques for E-Textiles