Material Durability | Heavy-duty farming operations | Industry: 1.5mm steel (ASTM A36) ▲ Our Base: 2mm steel (ASTM A36) ▲ Advanced: 2.5mm steel (ASTM A36) | ▲ Base: 33% thicker than industry standard; Advanced: 67% thicker than industry | Base: Slightly heavier than lightweight alternatives; Advanced: Higher cost |
Noise Level | Urban farming / Quiet environments | Industry: 45 dBA (louder than a whisper) ▲ Base: 40 dBA (quieter than whisper) ▲ Advanced: 35 dBA (library quiet) | ▲ Base: 11% quieter than industry; Advanced: 22% quieter than industry | None noted for Base; Advanced requires precise maintenance to retain low noise |
Seed Capacity | Large-scale planting (e.g., commercial) | Industry: 5kg hopper (ISO 10780) ▲ Base: 10kg transparent hopper ▲ Advanced: 15kg hopper with auto-level sensor | ▲ Base: 100% larger capacity; Advanced: 200% larger + real-time monitoring | Base: Requires frequent refills for very large fields; Advanced: Complex setup |
Portability | Small farms / Home gardens | Industry: 15kg (motorized models) ▲ Base: 12kg (manual) ▲ Advanced: 10kg (ergonomic handles) | ▲ Base: 20% lighter than motorized; Advanced: 33% lighter + easier maneuvering | Base/Advanced: Not suitable for very large fields without multiple trips |
Seed Spacing Accuracy | Precision planting (e.g., row crops) | Industry: ±2cm tolerance ▲ Base: ±1.5cm ▲ Advanced: ±1cm (ISO 6513) | ▲ Base: 25% better accuracy; Advanced: 50% better accuracy | Base: Requires skill for optimal spacing; Advanced: Higher price point |
Warranty | Long-term investment scenarios | Industry: 6 months ▲ Base: 1 year ▲ Advanced: 2 years + free replacements | ▲ Base: 67% longer than industry; Advanced: Doubles Base warranty + parts | Base: Limited coverage for accidental damage; Advanced: Requires registration |