Material Durability | Commercial farms requiring long-term use | - Industry: Plastic frame, 1-year durability (ASTM D638) - Our Base: Steel frame, 5-year durability (ASTM A36) - Our Advanced: Stainless steel frame, 10-year durability (ASTM A240) ▲▲ | ▲▲ Advanced reduces replacement costs over time Base outperforms industry standards | Advanced has higher upfront cost due to premium materials |
Water Efficiency | Urban farms prioritizing sustainability | - Industry: 15% water savings (ISO 14046) - Our Base: 20% water savings (ISO 14046) ▲ - Our Advanced: 35% water savings (ISO 14046) ▲▲ | ▲▲ Advanced slashes water use by 20% vs Base Base meets basic eco-friendly needs | Base may suffice for small-scale setups |
Modular Design | Home gardeners needing flexibility | - Industry: Non-modular, fixed columns - Our Base: Supports 3–5 columns (ISO 9001) ▲ - Our Advanced: Supports 6+ columns, reconfigurable (ISO 9001) ▲▲ | ▲▲ Advanced allows scalable setups for large gardens Base ideal for compact spaces | Advanced requires more assembly expertise |
Noise Level | Apartment use where quiet operation is critical | - Industry: 50 dBA (typical fan noise) - Our Base: 45 dBA (quieter than fan) ▲ - Our Advanced: 40 dBA (quieter than whisper) ▲▲ | ▲▲ Advanced ideal for noise-sensitive environments Base matches residential comfort standards | Industry-standard systems may disturb neighbors |
Certification | Commercial setups needing compliance | - Industry: ISO 9001 - Our Base: CE certified ▲ - Our Advanced: CE + NSF (food safety) ▲▲ | ▲▲ Advanced meets stricter food-grade standards Base covers basic safety requirements | Base may not qualify for regulated commercial use |
Customization | Large-scale farms requiring tailored systems | - Industry: Limited customization - Our Base: Adjustable column heights ▲ - Our Advanced: Full customization via app (ISO 13482) ▲▲ | ▲▲ Advanced enables precision control for diverse crops Base suits standard plant types | Advanced requires technical setup knowledge |