Planting Efficiency | Small/medium farms needing moderate speed | - Industry Standard: 5-8 seedlings/min (basic manual models) - Our Base: 10-15 seedlings/min (manual operation) ▲1 - Our Advanced: 20-25 seedlings/min (electric motor) ▲2 | Base doubles Industry Standard output; Advanced triples it with motorized power | Manual models require physical labor; Advanced needs electricity or fuel |
Durability | Harsh paddy fields with frequent use | - Industry Standard: Plastic frame (1-2 years lifespan) - Our Base: Metal frame (5-year corrosion resistance, ISO 12944) ▲1 - Our Advanced: Reinforced steel frame (10-year warranty) ▲2 | Base lasts 3x longer than plastic; Advanced withstands extreme conditions | Metal adds weight; Advanced has higher upfront cost |
Ease of Use | Farmers with varied skill levels | - Industry Standard: Basic steering controls - Our Base: Ergonomic handles + adjustable settings ▲1 - Our Advanced: Motorized controls + touchscreen interface ▲2 | Base improves comfort; Advanced simplifies complex adjustments | Advanced may require training for touchscreen features |
Versatility | Sloping/uneven terrain | - Industry Standard: Fixed row spacing (15cm) - Our Base: Adjustable depth (2-5cm) + spacing (10-20cm) ▲1 - Our Advanced: Auto-calibration for uneven terrain ▲2 | Base adapts to crop needs; Advanced handles irregular fields automatically | Advanced features add complexity to operation |
Maintenance Requirements | Limited maintenance resources | - Industry Standard: Monthly plastic part replacements - Our Base: Quarterly checks (metal reduces wear) ▲1 - Our Advanced: Semi-annual checks (self-lubricating parts) ▲2 | Base cuts maintenance frequency by 50%; Advanced minimizes downtime | Advanced parts may be costlier to replace |
Cost & Warranty | Budget vs. long-term investment | - Industry Standard: ₱50,000 (low upfront cost but frequent replacements) - Our Base: ₱80,000 + 1-year warranty ▲1 - Our Advanced: ₱150,000 + 3-year warranty ▲2 | Base offers better value; Advanced ensures long-term savings | Advanced has higher initial cost |