MonsterC5

MonsterC5 is a compact wireless security research platform built around the ESP32-C5 chipset. It was designed for professionals, researchers, developers, and advanced enthusiasts who need a portable device for Wi-Fi auditing, protocol experimentation, red-team simulation, and embedded wireless development.

Created by Lab5, MonsterC5 combines a small form factor with practical hardware features and an open development approach. It is intended as a flexible platform for authorized security testing, research, education, and custom firmware workflows.

Key Features

• ESP32-C5 based wireless research platform
• Designed for Wi-Fi auditing, monitoring, and experimentation
• USB-C for power, connectivity, and flashing
• External antenna support for improved flexibility
• Compact hardware suitable for portable field use
• Open ecosystem for firmware development and custom tooling
• Built for security research, embedded development, and advanced wireless projects

Use Cases

• Authorized wireless security assessments
• Red-team simulations in controlled environments
• Wi-Fi research and protocol experimentation
• Embedded development and firmware prototyping
• Educational and lab-based cybersecurity work

Who It Is For

MonsterC5 is intended for:

• Security researchers
• Penetration testers
• Red-team operators
• Wireless engineers
• Embedded developers
• Advanced makers and hardware hackers

Important Notice

MonsterC5 is intended for authorized security testing, research, development, and educational use only. Users are solely responsible for ensuring that all use complies with applicable local laws and regulations. Testing should only be performed on systems, networks, and environments you own or are explicitly authorized to assess.

Open Development

MonsterC5 is part of an open and community-driven hardware ecosystem. It is built for users who value transparency, experimentation, and custom workflows. The platform is well suited for those who want not only a device, but also a foundation for further development and research.

What's in the Box

Each MonsterC5 package includes:

• MonsterC5 PCB
• External Wi-Fi antenna
• Black 3D-printed enclosure designed to fit the M5Stack Cardputer ADV
• 2 LEGO-compatible mounting pins for attaching the device to the back of the ADV

Not Included

The following items are not included in the package:

• Grove cable – we recommend purchasing a Grove cable separately, ideally around 10 cm in length
• microSD card – not included; MonsterC5 supports cards from 1 GB up to 1 TB, and we recommend purchasing one separately if needed