Burro Cortador vs Harvey
Side-by-side comparison of Burro Cortador (Burro Robotics) and Harvey (Harvest Automation) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Burro CortadorUnited States
- HarveyUnited States
Year First Available
- Burro Cortador—
- Harvey2012
Verified Deployments
- Burro Cortador0 Deployments
- Harvey0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Burro Cortador$23,250 USD
- Harvey$30,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Burro Cortador3 hrs
- Harvey4 hrs
Availability Status
- Burro CortadorACTIVE
- HarveyACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Burro Cortador226.8 kg
- Harvey750 kg
Max Speed
- Burro Cortador2.6 m/s
- Harvey0.2 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Burro Cortador—
- Harveyfully autonomous
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2012 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $23,250 USD | $30,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 3 hrs | 4 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 226.8 kg | 750 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 2.6 m/s | 0.2 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | fully autonomous |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Reach, IP Rating
ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | Burro Cortador | Harvey |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $23,250 | $30,000 |
| Payback period | 5.6 mo | 7.2 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $226,750 | $220,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +975% | +733% |
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Burro Cortador and Harvey?
Burro Cortador is made by Burro Robotics, based in US. Harvey is made by Harvest Automation, based in US.
How much does Burro Cortador cost compared to Harvey?
Burro Cortador is listed at $23,250. Harvey is listed at $30,000.
How do Burro Cortador and Harvey compare on the Robo Index?
Burro Cortador grades BBB on the Robo Index. Harvey grades AA. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Burro Cortador and Harvey in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Agricultural on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Burro Cortador and Harvey?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Ag Robot Vendor Selection: Pilot Data, Financing Options, and Exit Terms.
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About this comparison
Burro Cortador vs Harvey compares two robots in the agricultural category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.