RT-Thread Developer Solutions by PowerGate

RT-Thread, an open-source RTOS since 2006, is written in C and designed for easy porting to diverse MCUs. Its object-oriented approach yields elegant, modular code with Standard and Nano versions for varying resource needs. Online tools enable rapid customization and package integration.

PowerGate can leverage RT-Thread’s versatility and ecosystem. Our team of RT-Thread developer experts can build tailored, efficient, reliable, and scalable embedded and IoT solutions using its modular architecture.

Deep Dive into RT-Thread’s Capabilities

Lightweight & Scalable

Designed for resource-constrained devices with a minimal Nano kernel, RT-Thread also scales to support complex apps on powerful hardware. Components can be customized using tools like Env.

Rich Components and Software Packages

Includes essential IoT components—file systems, command-line shell, networking, and a growing ecosystem of 370+ software packages for quick integration.

Cross-Platform and Wide Chip Support

Compatible with major architectures (ARM, RISC-V, MIPS, x86), 200+ boards, and 300+ chips, allowing easy code reuse.

Environment and Tools

Supports popular IDEs (KEIL, IAR, GCC) and includes RT-Thread Studio for project setup and debugging. Command-line builds use SCons and Env.

Key Kernel Features

Offers multithreading, synchronization, memory/timer/interrupt management.

Standard Interfaces and Portability

POSIX, CMSIS, C++, MicroPython, and JavaScript support make app migration easier.

Open Source and Community Driven

Apache 2.0 licensed and backed by an active, supportive community

Look at our case studies

An Asia Pacific’s Leading IoT-Powered Micro-Mobility App

AWS / Cross Platform / iOS / IOT / Javascript / Mobile App Development / NodeJS / React Native / Rest API

A Leading Electronic Logging Device ( ELD ) Management System Mobile App In The United State

Cross Platform / IOT / Mobile App Development / React Native

Concentrated Weight-Loss Tracking Mobile App In New Zealand

Azure / Devops / Healthcare / IOT / Rest API / SaaS

A Smart IoT Application To Optimize Health Therapy With HBOT Chambers In Australia

Android / Healthcare / iOS / IOT / Mobile App Development

An Asia Pacific’s Leading IoT-Powered Micro-Mobility App (Web Admin)

Advanced Admin / IOT

Researching And Developing One Of The Most Powerful Hand Gesture Recognition System With Short Range Digital Radio Technology( UWB Radar)

AI&ML / IOT / R&D / Researching And Developing / UWB Radar Deep Learning

RT-Thread vs. FreeRTOS vs. Zephyr: A Senior RT-Thread Developer’s Analysis

Open Source

Footprint Size

Scheduling

Supported Architectures

Networking Stack

Ease of Use

Community & Ecosystem

RT-Thread

Yes

Small (configurable, ~3KB minimum)

Preemptive, priority-based

Wide (ARM, RISC-V, MIPS, etc.)

Built-in (LwIP, AT support)

Moderate (rich features, learning curve)

Growing (strong in Asia

FreeRTOS

Yes

Very Small (~4-9KB)

Preemptive, priority-based

Very Wide (40+ MCU families)

Optional (via add-ons)

High (simple, minimalistic)

Excellent (massive global use)

Zephyr

Yes

Medium (~8KB minimum)

Preemptive, cooperative options

Wide (ARM, x86, RISC-V, etc.)

Built-in (advanced IP stack)

Moderate (complex but flexible)

Strong (Linux Foundation backed)

Custom RT-Thread Development Services for Scalable IoT Success

Custom RT-Thread Kernel and Component Development

Tailoring the RT-Thread kernel and developing custom components to meet the specific requirements of embedded and IoT devices.

Board Support Package (BSP) Development and Porting

Creating and porting RT-Thread to new hardware platforms, ensuring optimal performance and compatibility.

RT-Thread Application Development

Building robust and efficient applications for various domains, utilizing RT-Thread's rich set of features and software packages.

Driver Development for RT-Thread

Creating device drivers for peripherals and sensors to seamlessly integrate hardware with the RT-Thread operating system.

Integration of Software Packages

Assisting with the selection, configuration, and integration of the numerous software packages available in the RT-Thread ecosystem.

System Optimization and Debugging

Fine-tuning RT-Thread configurations for optimal resource utilization and providing expert debugging support.

Firmware Development and OTA Updates

Developing secure and reliable firmware update mechanisms using RT-Thread's capabilities.

Consultation and Training for RT-Thread

Providing expert guidance and training to development teams looking to adopt and master RT-Thread.