Lely Vector vs Tertill
Side-by-side comparison of Lely Vector (Lely) and Tertill (Tertill Corporation) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Lely VectorNetherlands
- TertillUnited States
Year First Available
- Lely Vector—
- Tertill2019
Verified Deployments
- Lely Vector0 Deployments
- Tertill0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Lely VectorContact for quote
- Tertill$350 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Lely Vector—
- Tertill2 hrs
Availability Status
- Lely VectorACTIVE
- TertillACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Max Speed
- Lely Vector—
- Tertill0.1 m/s
Autonomy Level
- Lely Vector—
- Tertillfully autonomous
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Netherlands | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | — | 2019 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | Contact for quote | $350 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Cleaning & Facilities buyers) (values differ) | — | 2 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 0.1 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: Payload Capacity, 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 | Lely Vector | Tertill |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | $350 |
| Payback period | — | < 1 mo |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | $249,650 |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | +71329% |
Lely Vector 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 Lely Vector and Tertill?
Lely Vector is made by Lely, based in NL. Tertill is made by Tertill Corporation, based in US.
How do Lely Vector and Tertill compare on the Robo Score?
Lely Vector scores 51.4 on the Robo Score. Tertill scores 56.4. The Robo Score is a 0–100 credibility figure blending commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Lely Vector and Tertill 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 Lely Vector and Tertill?
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
Lely Vector vs Tertill 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 Score is calculated.