FarmWise Titan vs Thorvald
Side-by-side comparison of FarmWise Titan (FarmWise) and Thorvald (Saga Robotics AS) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- FarmWise TitanUnited States
- ThorvaldNorway
Year First Available
- FarmWise Titan2019
- Thorvald2016
Verified Deployments
- FarmWise Titan0 Deployments
- Thorvald0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- FarmWise Titan$645,000 USD
- ThorvaldContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- FarmWise Titan—
- Thorvald4.5 hrs
Availability Status
- FarmWise TitanACTIVE
- ThorvaldACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- FarmWise Titan—
- Thorvald20 kg
Max Speed
- FarmWise Titan—
- Thorvald3.7 m/s
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | Norway |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2019 | 2016 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $645,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | — | 4.5 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | — | 20 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 3.7 m/s |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Reach, IP Rating, Autonomy Level
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 | FarmWise Titan | Thorvald |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $645,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 154.8 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | -$395,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | -61% | — |
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 FarmWise Titan and Thorvald?
FarmWise Titan is made by FarmWise, based in US. Thorvald is made by Saga Robotics AS, based in NO.
When were FarmWise Titan and Thorvald launched?
FarmWise Titan launched in 2019. Thorvald launched in 2016.
How do FarmWise Titan and Thorvald compare on the Robo Index?
FarmWise Titan 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 FarmWise Titan 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 FarmWise Titan 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
FarmWise Titan 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.