comparison – Greensprayer

Compare Ekocopter vs. Other

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Feature

Ekocopter HLS 1000

Competitor A

Competitor B

Max Payload

1000 lb

250 lb

300 lb

Flight Time

90 mins

45 mins

60 mins

Control Range

15 km

8 km

10 km

Smart Navigation

LiDER + GPS AI

GPS only

GPS + sensors

Build Quality

Carbon Fiber + Alloy

Plastic Composite

Aluminum

Warranty

3 Years

1 Year

2 Years

Overall Efficiency

98%

74%

81%

Superior Value over Competitors

The Ekocopter costs thousands less than rival drones while delivering greater field coverage and proven eco benefits. Its hybrid power system and exceptional payload capacity outperform battery-limited models, giving farmers the versatility to handle any task with confidence.

Spec-by-Spec Analysis

PRICE & “ALL-IN” READINESS

LIQUID CAPACITY & REFILL CADENCE

ENDURANCE & THROUGHPUT

ACREAGE (PUBLISHED)

PAYLOAD & AIRFRAME

SPRAY PRECISION & WASTE

EKOKOPTER (Green Sprayer)

Promo price: core kit included true RTF.

30 gal (class-leading) → fewer refills.

~90 min sorties; built for real spraying.

~150 ac at 7 GPA A.I spraying Flexibility.

Heavy-lift, multi-mission.

Smart outward nozzles → low drift/waste.

Typical Competing Sprayer Drones

Not turnkey—pay extra for chargers, packs, gensets, and training.

~13–18 gal → more stops.

~25 min/battery; endurance craft lack spray & tiny payloads.

~50–70 ac/hr. @ 2 GPA (Talos/AG-272/ARES).

~110–150 lb. band.

More drift/waste reported.

Eko buyer Impact

Faster first flight; fewer surprise costs.

Higher uptime; lower labor/acre.

More acres/shift with fewer swaps.

Fewer interruptions to hit targets.

Flex for sensors/volume growth.

Better on-target deposition; less liability.

Fast ROI and Scalable Growth

Designed for efficiency, the Ekocopter treats more acres per mission, strengthens yields, and increases profitability. Farmers often see substantial cost savings within their first season, creating a rapid return on investment. As your farm grows, the Ekocopter scales with you, making it the ultimate long-term partner in agricultural success.

Operational Economics (Farmer’s View)

PER-CYCLE (150 ACRES)

SEASONAL (1,000 ACRES)

WASTE % (Sensitivity)

BATTERY SWAPS

EKOKOPTER (Green Sprayer)

Saves vs planes ~$4,590, vs ground ~$2,410, vs current drones ~$2,700—from lower waste, fewer crew hours, fewer consumables.

Lowest total among compared methods; clear annual savings in the thousands.

0% (smart outward nozzles minimize drift/rotor wash).

Low burden (long sorties reduce pack/charger spend

Planes (Aerial Application)

Higher cost per 150 acres; large share from chemical loss and service fees.

Higher seasonal total; waste compounds over acreage.

10–30% waste band.

N/A (fuel-based), but crew/service fees persist.

Ground Rigs

Higher cost than EKOKOPTER; crew time + overlap/waste drive spend.

Higher seasonal total: labour and chemical over-application scale up.

15–20% waste band.

N/A, but downtime

Current Battery Drones

Higher cost than EKOKOPTER; frequent refills/swaps, extra packs/chargers.

Higher seasonal total: swap cycles + consumables accumulate.

10–15% waste band.

High burden (short sorties → more packs/chargers

Why EKOKOPTER wins:

It pairs near-zero spray waste with fewer swaps and no surprise add-ons, delivering the lowest total cost per cycle and across the season—so you treat more acres with less cash burn, crew time, and hassle.

Here is a clear comparison of EKOCOPTER against top competitors, highlighting why it is the ultimate value for performance, sustainability, and savings.

At-a-Glance Comparison Table:

Specification

PER-CYCLE (150 ACRES)

TALOS T60X (Flying Ag)

AG-272 (Hylio)

HYL-150 ARES

Price

Package list price $19,600

From $20,079

$56,000 (without kit)

$44,450

Tank Capacity

30 gal (dual 15) — class-leading

13.2–15.8 gal

18 gal

13 gal (≈110 lb.)

Flight Time

90 min endurance (hybrid)

Up to 25 min

Acreage per Flight/Hour

150 ac/flight (also: 150 ac @ 7 GPA) A.I system full flexibility.

60 ac/hr. @ 2 GPA

50 ac/hr. @ 2 GPA

70 ac/hr. @ 2 GPA

Payload Capacity

1,000 lb heavy-lift envelope

132 lb.

150 lb. (18 gal)

110 lb.

Nozzle/Flow Control

Precision smart, variable-rate; outward-extending arms

TeeJet; manual flow

Automated

Power Source

Hybrid (hydrogen fuel cell + LiPo)

Battery

Eco Reduction

89% less CO₂e; zero-waste spray positioning

Reduced pesticide use via precision

Reduced chemical waste

Manpower requirement Required

Fully autonomous, plug-and-play; no operator/observer burden

1 operator

1 operator (swarm

Base Price

Pre-sales $19,600; Retail projected $26,900

$20,079 (base)

$56,000 (base, kit extra)

$44,450 (base)

Included Equipment

30-gal tanks; hydrogen fuel cell + advanced batteries; precision smart extending nozzles; BVLOS-oriented satellites & ground systems; AI suite; Shusten safety blades; transport platform; heavy-lift frame

Tank; TeeJet; basic batteries/charger (some pkgs); FPV cam

18-gal tank; automated nozzles; 1080p FPV; toolkit (GPS tracker, radio modem, tools); basic batteries

13-gal tank; automated nozzles; 1080p gimbal FPV; toolkit; 18S30Ah LiPo

Support Services

5-year extended warranty; 3 years legal & compliance support; assistance with tax credits; VIP launch access

Dealer/FAA training available (paid)

Part 137 onboarding/guides; dealer support

Add-ons & Costs

Support equipment included minimal add-ons

Training +$1,500; charger +$1,799; generator +$2,000–$3,000; kits +$1,000–$5,000

Controller +$1,000–$2,000; batteries/chargers +$500–$1,500; spreading kit +$2,000–$4,000

Batteries/chargers +$500–$1,500; modular kits +$1,000–$3,000; FPV +$500

Estimated Total Cost (Base + Essentials)

~$19,600 (bundled) pre-sale / $26,900 retail

~$25,000–$30,000

~$60,000–$65,000

~$47,000–$50,000

Cost Increase Factors

Minimal: core gear included hybrid lowers battery churn; zero-waste design reduces chemical spend

Chargers, extra batteries, generator, training, specialty kits

Batteries/chargers, modular kits, FPV upgrades

The Ekocopter delivers unmatched value with lower costs, bigger tanks, longer flights, and full autonomy, all powered by a hybrid system that reduces emissions by up to 89 %. It is the smarter, more sustainable choice for farmers who want higher yields, lower costs, and a greener future.