Dogtooth Robotic Harvester vs Thorvald
Side-by-side comparison of Dogtooth Robotic Harvester (Dogtooth Technologies) and Thorvald (Saga Robotics AS) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Dogtooth Robotic HarvesterUnited Kingdom
- ThorvaldNorway
Year First Available
- Dogtooth Robotic Harvester2016
- Thorvald2016
Verified Deployments
- Dogtooth Robotic Harvester0 Deployments
- Thorvald0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Dogtooth Robotic Harvester$38,500 USD
- ThorvaldContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Dogtooth Robotic Harvester—
- Thorvald4.5 hrs
Availability Status
- Dogtooth Robotic HarvesterACTIVE
- ThorvaldACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Dogtooth Robotic Harvester—
- Thorvald20 kg
Max Speed
- Dogtooth Robotic Harvester—
- Thorvald3.7 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Dogtooth Robotic Harvesterfully autonomous
- Thorvald—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United Kingdom | Norway |
| Year First Available | 2016 | 2016 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $38,500 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | — | 4.5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | — | 20 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 3.7 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 | Dogtooth Robotic Harvester | Thorvald |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $38,500 | No price |
| Payback period | 9.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $211,500 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +549% | — |
Thorvald has no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.
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 Dogtooth Robotic Harvester and Thorvald?
Dogtooth Robotic Harvester is made by Dogtooth Technologies, based in GB. Thorvald is made by Saga Robotics AS, based in NO.
When were Dogtooth Robotic Harvester and Thorvald launched?
Dogtooth Robotic Harvester launched in 2016. Thorvald launched in 2016.
How do Dogtooth Robotic Harvester and Thorvald compare on the Robo Index?
Dogtooth Robotic Harvester grades AA on the Robo Index. Thorvald 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 Dogtooth Robotic Harvester and Thorvald 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 Dogtooth Robotic Harvester and Thorvald?
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
Dogtooth Robotic Harvester vs Thorvald 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.