Material & Durability | Outdoor gardens, heavy use | Industry: Plastic (ASTM D648, 80°C heat resistance) Our Base: Metal (ASTM A36 steel, 2mm thickness) ▲▲ Our Advanced: Stainless Steel (ASTM A240, 3mm) ▲▲▲ | Base: Durable against impacts (resists 500kg force) Advanced: Corrosion-free (ASTM A240 Grade 316) | Base: Heavier (2.5kg vs 1kg plastic) Advanced: Higher cost (+30% vs Base) |
Finish & Weather Resistance | Coastal or humid climates | Industry: Regular paint (ASTM D3359 adhesion, 500hr salt spray) Our Base: Powder coating (ASTM B117, 1000hr resistance) ▲▲ Our Advanced: Epoxy coating (ASTM B117, 2000hr resistance) ▲▲▲ | Base: UV-resistant (retains color >5 years) Advanced: 2x longer lifespan in harsh weather | Base: Slightly pricier than paint (+15%) Advanced: Requires professional application |
Design & Aesthetics | Home/office decor, gifts | Industry: Generic plain designs Our Base: Unique ladybug motif (ASTM D2244 color retention) ▲▲ Our Advanced: Customizable (paint kits, stickers) ▲▲▲ | Base: Attractive for thematic decor (e.g., children’s rooms) Advanced: Personalized styling | Base: Limited to ladybug theme Advanced: Requires user effort for customization |
Functionality & Versatility | Multi-plant setups | Industry: Single-use planters Our Base: Multi-functional (planter + propagator kit) ▲▲ Our Advanced: Expandable system (stackable modules) ▲▲▲ | Base: Supports seedlings and mature plants Advanced: Scalable for large gardens | Base: Slightly bulkier Advanced: Complex assembly (+30 mins setup) |
Size & Space Efficiency | Small gardens, balconies | Industry: Large planters (ASTM D6431, 50cm diameter) Our Base: Compact (20cm diameter, ISO 3801 compliant) ▲▲ Our Advanced: Stackable design ▲▲▲ | Base: Fits tight spaces (e.g., apartment balconies) Advanced: 50% space savings via stacking | Base: Limits plant size (max 1L soil) Advanced: Requires flat surfaces for stacking |
Environmental Impact | Eco-conscious buyers | Industry: Non-recyclable plastic Our Base: Recyclable metal (ISO 14021) ▲▲ Our Advanced: 100% recycled materials (ISO 14024) ▲▲▲ | Base: 95% recyclable content Advanced: Zero-waste production | Base: Slightly heavier Advanced: Higher upfront cost (+50% vs Base) |