Flipper One – What It Is, Release Date and How It Differs from Flipper Zero

Flipper One in brief: Flipper One is a portable, Linux-based "cyberdeck" from the makers of Flipper Zero, officially unveiled on 21 May 2026. Unlike the Flipper Zero, it focuses on IP networks - Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E, M.2 expansion, routing and traffic analysis - and runs a full Linux system. It is not a successor to the Flipper Zero and is not on sale yet. Below is everything that has been confirmed.

Flipper One in short: Flipper One is a portable Linux "cyberdeck" from the makers of Flipper Zero, officially revealed on 21 May 2026. Unlike the Flipper Zero, it focuses on IP networks - Ethernet, Wi-Fi 6E, M.2 expansion, routing and traffic analysis - and runs a full Linux system. It is not a Flipper Zero successor and is not yet on sale. Below is everything confirmed so far.

For years, Flipper One was one of the most eagerly awaited projects from the creators of Flipper Zero. The internet, however, was full of outdated information, guesses and speculation. Today we know a great deal more: Flipper Devices officially revealed the project on 21 May 2026 and launched the public Flipper One Developer Portal, where it documents the device's development on an ongoing basis.

The most important thing up front: Flipper One is not a successor to Flipper Zero and should not be called "Flipper Zero 2". It is an entirely different category of device. Flipper Zero remains a tool for offline protocols and the physical layer (NFC, RFID, Sub-GHz, infrared, iButton, GPIO). Flipper One, on the other hand, is meant to be a portable Linux computer, focused on IP networks, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, M.2 modules, routing and traffic analysis. For work focused specifically on RFID and NFC rather than an all-in-one device, a dedicated emulator such as the ChameleonUltra handles MIFARE cloning and card emulation in more depth.

In this article we have gathered only current, confirmed information (as of 3 July 2026) and clearly separate it from plans and speculation.

What exactly is Flipper One?

Flipper One is a portable Linux multitool / cyberdeck – a small ARM computer enclosed in a rugged housing, equipped with a screen, buttons, a touchpad, network ports, USB, HDMI, M.2, GPIO and its own interface for working without a classic monitor. The manufacturer describes it as a portable Linux multi-tool, developed publicly together with the community.

In practice, Flipper One is intended for people working with networks, Linux, embedded systems, expandable hardware and IT security. It operates "one floor up" from Flipper Zero – in the world of IP networks, Linux services, routing, VPN, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, M.2 modules and local data processing.

When is the Flipper One release and is it available yet?

No. As of 3 July 2026, Flipper One is not available for official sale or pre-order. The official presentation on 21 May 2026 was not a classic store launch – Flipper Devices published the project to open up the development process, show the current state of the device and invite the community to collaborate.

The official Flipper store currently lists products from the Flipper Zero line (Flipper Zero, WiFi Devboard, Video Game Module and accessories), but Flipper One is not there as a product to buy. There is also no officially confirmed final retail price or shipping date.

The most honest summary is: Flipper One has been officially revealed and is being actively developed, but it is not yet a finished product available for sale.

How much will Flipper One cost?

There is no officially confirmed price yet. Industry media mentioned a planned Kickstarter and a price target of around 350 USD for the base version, but this is not the official price of a product available in a store. The Register noted that the final price may change, partly due to component costs, and The Verge reported plans for a crowdfunding campaign later in 2026.

Flipper One vs Flipper Zero – these are not two generations of the same device

One of the biggest mistakes in older descriptions was presenting Flipper One as a successor to Flipper Zero. The manufacturer clearly emphasises that this is not an upgrade of Flipper Zero, but a separate project with different goals. The difference is easiest to understand through use cases:

It is worth adding that Flipper Zero is not disappearing from the market. On 1 July 2026, Flipper Devices published a separate post about the continued maintenance of Flipper Zero firmware and handling community reports. If you are looking for a proven device for NFC, RFID or Sub-GHz, Flipper Zero remains the best choice – you can buy it from us with fast shipping from Poland.

Watch our video in which we compare Flipper One with Flipper Zero:

Confirmed Flipper One specifications

The official technical documentation notes that Flipper One is in active development, so some parameters may still change. The data below comes from the manufacturer's current documentation:

At the heart of the device is the Rockchip RK3576 – a far more powerful chip than the microcontrollers used in simple embedded tools. Alongside it works the Raspberry Pi RP2350B, which handles, among other things, the screen, buttons, touchpad, LEDs and power management, independently of the main Linux system.

The display – not colour, but grayscale

Older announcements often mentioned a colour screen. The current documentation does not confirm this. Flipper One has a 256 × 144 px grayscale screen with 64 brightness levels. The manufacturer is developing a dedicated interface for it, FlipCTL, which allows Linux tools and work profiles to be conveniently operated on a small screen – without launching a full graphical environment such as GNOME or KDE.

Ports, connectivity and network use cases

Flipper One is meant to be primarily a network device. The official specification lists two Gigabit Ethernet ports, USB-C with DisplayPort Alt Mode, USB-C host, USB-A host, full-size HDMI, microSD, Nano SIM, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth 5.2, M.2 and GPIO. The documentation describes, among others, the following use scenarios:

Such use cases should be understood in the context of lawful administration, diagnostics and security testing carried out on your own infrastructure or with the network owner's consent. Flipper One is designed as a technical tool, but the way it is used must always comply with the law.

Wi-Fi 6E – it's in the specification, but the status has to be described carefully

The official documentation states that Flipper One uses a Wi-Fi/Bluetooth module based on the MediaTek MT7921AUN chipset, supporting Wi-Fi 6E (2.4/5/6 GHz bands), 2×2 MIMO, Bluetooth 5.2 and monitor mode. At the same time, the dev log from 29 June 2026 shows that Wi-Fi testing is still ongoing – STA, AP, AP+STA and monitor mode worked, but issues appeared with the 6 GHz band and some dual-band scenarios. That is why the safest description is: Flipper One has Wi-Fi 6E in the specification, but the full scope of its operation (especially 6 GHz and dual-band modes) is still being tested.

M.2 and GPIO – the foundation of expansion

One of the most important differences from Flipper Zero is the M.2 Key-B slot. The official documentation describes it as an internal expansion slot for cellular modems, Wi-Fi cards, SDR, NVMe drives, GNSS modules, AI accelerators and other M.2 cards (support for 2230 formats via an extender, 2242, 3042 and 3052). In practice this means that Flipper One can be an expandable platform rather than a closed device with fixed functionality.

For simpler external modules there is a GPIO port with 3.3 V and 5 V power lines (protected by an eFuse up to 2 A), USB 2.0 lines and pins configurable as, among others, I2C, UART, SPI, CAN, PWM, I2S, ADC and PIO. This is important for makers building their own hardware extensions.

Operating system: Linux, Flipper OS and FlipCTL (not Kali or Android)

Flipper One is meant to be a Linux device. The manufacturer aims for the most open ARM platform possible, running on mainline Linux, and is working with Collabora to improve support for the Rockchip RK3576 chip in the main kernel branches. Flipper OS is a system based on a clean, Debian-based base system and system profiles (e.g. Wi-Fi router, network sniffer, media box, minimal system). The second element is FlipCTL – a lightweight interface for embedded / headless devices, operated with buttons, a D-pad and a touchpad, wrapping CLI tools (ping, nmap, traceroute) into a simpler interface.

It is worth avoiding statements that Flipper One "will run on Kali Linux" or "will be an Android device". As of 3 July 2026, the official direction is Linux, Flipper OS (based on Debian), the mainline kernel and FlipCTL. Other distributions may appear as community experiments, but they are not the officially confirmed target system.

Will Flipper One have AI?

Flipper One has the hardware potential for local AI features – the RK3576 chip includes an NPU declared at up to 6 TOPS INT8, and the manufacturer mentions local models and an assistant helping to analyse logs, network traffic or configuration. However, AI should not be presented as a ready feature: the official post emphasises that the NPU is not yet supported in the mainline kernel. The safest wording: Flipper One has an NPU and the manufacturer plans local AI features, but NPU support and the final AI capabilities are still being developed.

Does Flipper One have NFC, RFID, Sub-GHz or infrared?

According to the current official specification, Flipper One does not have built-in NFC, RFID, Sub-GHz or IR modules as core features. The specification lists Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, USB, HDMI, M.2, GPIO, microSD and Nano SIM. This is a deliberate division of roles: Flipper Zero remains the device for offline protocols and the physical layer, while Flipper One is designed as a Linux network multitool.

What is still unknown?

Despite the official presentation, many things are not yet finalised. As of 3 July 2026, there is no officially confirmed: sales start date, pre-order date, shipping date, final retail price, final list of variants, full M.2 module compatibility, full status of Wi-Fi 6 GHz, final scope of AI features, full NPU support in mainline Linux, or the final battery and power specification. The Developer Portal, dev logs and documentation do, however, show active development of the project.

Is Flipper One worth waiting for?

It depends on the use case. If you are looking for a device for NFC, RFID, Sub-GHz, infrared, iButton or simple GPIO projects – Flipper Zero is still the more natural choice and is available right away. If, on the other hand, you are interested in Linux, networks, M.2, routing, VPN, Ethernet traffic analysis and embedded experiments – Flipper One may be one of the more interesting projects on the market. Just keep in mind that for now it is still a project in development, not a finished store product.

Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Is Flipper One a successor to Flipper Zero?
No. Flipper Devices states directly that Flipper One is not an upgrade of Flipper Zero. It is a separate project intended for different tasks.

Is Flipper One on sale yet?
No. As of 3 July 2026, Flipper One is not available for official sale or pre-order.

When is the Flipper One release?
There is no official release or shipping date. The project was revealed on 21 May 2026 and is being actively developed, with a crowdfunding campaign planned for later in 2026.

How much will Flipper One cost?
There is no confirmed final price. Media reported a target of around 350 USD for the base version, but the price may change.

Does Flipper One have a colour screen?
No. According to the current documentation, the screen is 256 × 144 px and works in grayscale (64 brightness levels).

Will Flipper One run on Kali Linux?
There is no official confirmation. What is being developed is Flipper OS based on Debian, mainline Linux and the FlipCTL interface.

Will Flipper One have 5G?
It has an M.2 Key-B slot and Nano SIM/eSIM, and the documentation describes the option of using cellular modems via M.2. This does not, however, mean a built-in 5G modem as standard.

Does Flipper One have Wi-Fi 6E?
Yes, it is in the specification. However, tests from late June 2026 showed issues with the 6 GHz band and some dual-band modes, so the full Wi-Fi status needs to be described carefully.

Does Flipper One have NFC, RFID or Sub-GHz?
The current specification does not list built-in NFC, RFID, Sub-GHz or IR modules. Those features remain the domain of Flipper Zero.

Summary

Flipper One is shaping up to be an entirely different device from Flipper Zero. It is not a "Flipper Zero 2", but a portable Linux platform with an emphasis on networks, M.2 expansion, Ethernet, Wi-Fi, GPIO and open development. The key facts as of 3 July 2026: the project was revealed on 21 May 2026, it is being developed publicly, it is not yet available for sale or pre-order, there is no confirmed price or shipping date, it does not replace Flipper Zero, and the screen is grayscale (not colour). It is safest to describe Flipper One as an open, Linux-based network platform in active development.

At the Sapsan store we follow the project's development closely – as soon as Flipper One goes on sale, you can expect it in our range as well. And if you want to start right now, check out the Flipper Zero, available immediately, together with accessories.