Eng. Rakan KhaledShort answer: The easiest way to buy Arduino parts in Saudi Arabia is from specialized Saudi online stores: they ship to most cities and price in riyals. If you need a part today, go to the electronics parts shops in the big cities' markets, such as the Dirah area in Riyadh, Sharafeyah in Jeddah and the Dammam market. International stores are usually cheaper but slower. And before any purchase, make a list of only what your next project needs.
| Where to buy | Pros | Cons | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Specialized Saudi online store | Wide range, spec descriptions, and shipping within the Kingdom | Prices a little higher than international stores | Most beginners |
| Electronics parts shop | You get the part right away, can ask the seller and inspect it | Stock varies from shop to shop, and you have to go in person | Anyone who needs a part urgently |
| General marketplaces (such as Noon and Amazon) | Fast delivery and clear return policies | Product details are sometimes incomplete, and good products are mixed with poor ones | Well-known boards and kits |
| International stores (such as AliExpress) | Usually the lowest prices | Shipping can take weeks, and quality varies | People who plan ahead and buy in bulk |
Note: We checked that the stores listed here existed in October 2026, but stock, prices and opening hours change, so contact the store before you visit or order. Kahrobot has no commercial relationship with any of them, and the order isn't a ranking.
Saudi online stores for Arduino parts
- Al Qariya Al Ilmiya (qariya.net): a store specializing in Arduino and electronics, with prices in riyals and a base in Jeddah (Al Rabwah).
- Etqan Electronics (etqan.sa): electronic parts, boards and sensors, with a shop in Jeddah (Mushrifah).
- Dawaer (dawaerstore.com): microcontrollers, ESP32 boards and electronic parts, with a shop in Jeddah (Al Sulaymaniyah).
- Jeem Store (jeem3.com): all kinds of Arduino boards and beginner kits, based in Jeddah (Al Faisaliyah).
- Electrino (electrinostore.com): a Saudi online store for parts and sensors.
You'll also find Arduino boards and sensor kits on general marketplaces such as Noon and Amazon Saudi Arabia; there, check the seller's name and ratings and the product specs before you buy.
Arduino parts shops in Riyadh, Jeddah and the Eastern Province
- Riyadh: the electronics market in the Dirah area near Masmak Palace (Al Thumairi Street and around it), with shops for electronic parts and repairs. Stock varies between shops, so bring a list with the parts' names and part numbers.
- Jeddah: the Sharafeyah area (Khalid bin Al Walid Street and around it) has a number of electronics parts shops, in addition to the shops of the specialized stores listed above in Al Rabwah, Mushrifah, Al Sulaymaniyah and Al Faisaliyah.
- Eastern Province: the “Al Mawjat Al Iliktroniya” shop on King Fahd Street in Khobar, and the electronics parts shops in the Dammam market (15th Street).
Practical tip: call before you go and ask for the part by its exact name, such as HC-SR04 or DHT11; some shops cater to repairs more than to hobbyists.
What to buy first: an Arduino parts list for beginners
- An Arduino Uno board (original or compatible) with the right USB cable.
- A breadboard and jumper wires.
- An assortment of resistors and a few LEDs in different colours.
- Push buttons, a potentiometer and a small buzzer.
- A few common sensors: the LDR light sensor, the HC-SR04 distance sensor, and the DHT11 temperature and humidity sensor. To learn what each sensor is for, see Arduino sensor types.
Before buying, try the circuit in a simulator if you can; read best free Arduino simulator to see where to start.
Original or compatible Arduino?
Arduino is an open-source platform, so many companies make compatible boards for much less than the original. A compatible board is perfectly fine for learning and projects, but some use a different USB chip, such as the CH340, that may need a driver on your computer. An original board has guaranteed quality and supports the company that develops the platform. The simple rule: compatible for learning and experiments, original if you want guaranteed quality or to support the original project.
Tips before you buy Arduino parts in Saudi Arabia
- Buy for your next project only: don't start with a huge kit full of dozens of sensors you'll never use.
- Read the specs: especially the operating voltage; some modules run on 5 V and others on 3.3 V.
- Order cheap spares: resistors, LEDs and wires get damaged or lost, and they cost very little.
- Weigh shipping time against price: ordering from abroad is cheaper but can take weeks, so group your big orders and place them in advance.
An engineer's view
I advise beginners not to start with a kit full of dozens of sensors; most of them stay in the box. Start with the board and the basic parts, try things in the simulator first, then buy a part when your project actually needs it. In the factory we do the same: we define what the system needs first, then choose the right part for it.
Frequently asked questions
How much does an Arduino cost in Saudi Arabia?
Prices vary a lot between original and compatible boards, and between local and international stores. Compatible boards are much cheaper and fine for learning, so compare two or three stores before buying, and check whether the price includes a USB cable.
Can I pay with mada when buying Arduino parts?
Many Saudi stores accept mada cards and local payment methods, but check each store's payment page before you order.
Should I buy a ready-made Arduino kit or separate parts?
A small beginner kit with a board, a breadboard, wires, resistors, LEDs, buttons and a few sensors is a comfortable start. Only buy a huge kit if you know you'll use most of what's in it.
Should I start with Arduino or ESP32?
Arduino is easier to start with, and ESP32 suits Wi-Fi and Internet of Things projects. The details are in the difference between Arduino and ESP32.
Start before you buy a single part
In Kahrobot's Level 1 you learn Arduino from scratch in Arabic and try every circuit first in the free Tinkercad simulator, so you know exactly what you need to buy. Under the current offer, valid until 31 December 2026, you get Levels 2 and 3 free with Level 1.
Last updated: October 2026