Harvey vs SwarmFarm Robotics
Side-by-side comparison of Harvey (Harvest Automation) and SwarmFarm Robotics (SwarmFarm Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- HarveyUnited States
- SwarmFarm RoboticsAustralia
Year First Available
- Harvey2012
- SwarmFarm Robotics—
Verified Deployments
- Harvey0 Deployments
- SwarmFarm Robotics0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Harvey$30,000 USD
- SwarmFarm Robotics$152,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Harvey4 hrs
- SwarmFarm Robotics—
Availability Status
- HarveyACTIVE
- SwarmFarm RoboticsACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Harvey750 kg
- SwarmFarm Robotics—
Max Speed
- Harvey0.2 m/s
- SwarmFarm Robotics2.8 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Harveyfully autonomous
- SwarmFarm Robotics—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | Australia |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2012 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $30,000 USD | $152,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Home & Household buyers) (values differ) | 4 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | 750 kg | — |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 0.2 m/s | 2.8 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 | Harvey | SwarmFarm Robotics |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $30,000 | $152,000 |
| Payback period | 7.2 mo | 36.5 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $220,000 | $98,000 |
| ROI (5 yr) | +733% | +64% |
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 Harvey and SwarmFarm Robotics?
Harvey is made by Harvest Automation, based in US. SwarmFarm Robotics is made by SwarmFarm Robotics, based in AU.
How much does Harvey cost compared to SwarmFarm Robotics?
Harvey is listed at $30,000. SwarmFarm Robotics is listed at $152,000.
How do Harvey and SwarmFarm Robotics compare on the Robo Index?
Harvey grades AA on the Robo Index. SwarmFarm Robotics grades A. 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 Harvey and SwarmFarm Robotics 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 Harvey and SwarmFarm Robotics?
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
Harvey vs SwarmFarm Robotics 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.