Thorvald vs Uncrew IC12
Side-by-side comparison of Thorvald (Saga Robotics AS) and Uncrew IC12 (Uncrew Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- ThorvaldNorway
- Uncrew IC12Norway
Year First Available
- Thorvald2016
- Uncrew IC122019
Verified Deployments
- Thorvald0 Deployments
- Uncrew IC120 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Thorvald4.5 hrs
- Uncrew IC12—
Availability Status
- ThorvaldACTIVE
- Uncrew IC12ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Thorvald20 kg
- Uncrew IC12—
Max Speed
- Thorvald3.7 m/s
- Uncrew IC12—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | Norway | Norway |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2019 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Home & Household buyers) (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: Price, 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 | Thorvald | Uncrew IC12 |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Thorvald, Uncrew IC12 have 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 Thorvald and Uncrew IC12?
Thorvald is made by Saga Robotics AS, based in NO. Uncrew IC12 is made by Uncrew Robotics, based in NO.
When were Thorvald and Uncrew IC12 launched?
Thorvald launched in 2016. Uncrew IC12 launched in 2019.
How do Thorvald and Uncrew IC12 compare on the Robo Index?
Thorvald grades AA on the Robo Index. Uncrew IC12 grades BBB. 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 Thorvald and Uncrew IC12 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 Thorvald and Uncrew IC12?
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
Thorvald vs Uncrew IC12 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.