Joz Tech Moov Pro
The Joz Tech Moov Pro is positioned as a durable, low-maintenance automatic scraper with a compact modular design that reduces installation and lifetime service costs compared with larger systems on this list. Technically it emphasizes energy-efficient drives and easy retrofitting, making it financially attractive for farms that want a high-spec scraper without the premium integration fees charged by some full-system vendors.
Precision cleaning
Low power draw
Precision cleaning
Low power draw
Review Summary
"Users praise the Moov Pro for its consistent alley cleaning, quiet operation, and robust build; routine maintenance is straightforward but replacement parts can be relatively costly. Overall customers report it performs reliably in commercial dairy settings."
Barn-ninja agility
Fully autonomous mobile scraper designed for continuous manure removal
Barn-ninja agility
Fully autonomous mobile scraper designed for continuous manure removal
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
The Joz Tech Moov Pro is positioned as a durable, low-maintenance automatic scraper with a compact modular design that reduces installation and lifetime service costs compared with larger systems on this list. Technically it emphasizes energy-efficient drives and easy retrofitting, making it financially attractive for farms that want a high-spec scraper without the premium integration fees charged by some full-system vendors.
Precision cleaning
Low power draw
Barn-ninja agility
Fully autonomous mobile scraper designed for continuous manure removal
LiDAR and sensor navigation for obstacle avoidance and precise pathing
Precision cleaning
Low power draw
Barn-ninja agility
Fully autonomous mobile scraper designed for continuous manure removal
LiDAR and sensor navigation for obstacle avoidance and precise pathing
$35,000-50,000 USD
Lely Discovery 120 Collector
The Lely Discovery 120 Collector is a premium, highly automated scraper designed to integrate tightly with Lely herd and barn management systems, offering advanced sensor control and data-driven cleaning scheduling that can reduce labor and improve hygiene metrics compared with standalone units. Its technical strength is seamless connectivity and support, although that vertical integration tends to command a higher upfront price than more generic scrapers on this list.
Wide reach
Gentle approach
Wide reach
Gentle approach
Review Summary
"Owners report excellent manure removal and flexible programming on the Lely Discovery 120 Collector with high uptime, though the unit has a higher upfront cost and can require occasional software/service visits. Many buyers feel the performance and dealer support justify the price."
Night-owl ready
High-capacity conveyor-based collector suited for large dairy barns
Night-owl ready
High-capacity conveyor-based collector suited for large dairy barns
Time-Saving Convenience
Increased Safety & Security
The Lely Discovery 120 Collector is a premium, highly automated scraper designed to integrate tightly with Lely herd and barn management systems, offering advanced sensor control and data-driven cleaning scheduling that can reduce labor and improve hygiene metrics compared with standalone units. Its technical strength is seamless connectivity and support, although that vertical integration tends to command a higher upfront price than more generic scrapers on this list.
Wide reach
Gentle approach
Night-owl ready
High-capacity conveyor-based collector suited for large dairy barns
Automated scheduling and integration with barn management software
Wide reach
Gentle approach
Night-owl ready
High-capacity conveyor-based collector suited for large dairy barns
Automated scheduling and integration with barn management software
$40,000-60,000 USD
GEA CowScout Scraper
GEA's CowScout Scraper brings industrial-grade engineering and heavy-duty reliability aimed at large-scale operations, delivering high throughput and low operating energy per square meter — a financial advantage for big dairies where uptime and capacity matter most. Compared with rivals it trades some of the premium connectivity of brands like Lely for ruggedness and a broad European service network, keeping total cost of ownership competitive for volume users.
Smart routing
Sturdy build
Smart routing
Sturdy build
Review Summary
"Reviewers appreciate the GEA CowScout Scraper's heavy-duty construction and thorough cleaning capability, but some note occasional clogging in very deep bedding or high-manure loads and a slightly slower cycle speed. Overall it is viewed as a solid, industrial-grade solution."
Cow-approved charm
Gentle scraping cycles optimized to minimize cow disturbance
Cow-approved charm
Gentle scraping cycles optimized to minimize cow disturbance
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
Skill Development & Mastery
GEA's CowScout Scraper brings industrial-grade engineering and heavy-duty reliability aimed at large-scale operations, delivering high throughput and low operating energy per square meter — a financial advantage for big dairies where uptime and capacity matter most. Compared with rivals it trades some of the premium connectivity of brands like Lely for ruggedness and a broad European service network, keeping total cost of ownership competitive for volume users.
Smart routing
Sturdy build
Cow-approved charm
Gentle scraping cycles optimized to minimize cow disturbance
Seamless integration with farm data systems for synchronized routines
Smart routing
Sturdy build
Cow-approved charm
Gentle scraping cycles optimized to minimize cow disturbance
Seamless integration with farm data systems for synchronized routines
$25,000-40,000 USD
DeLaval RS450 Scraper
The DeLaval RS450 Scraper leverages DeLaval's long dairy-industry pedigree to deliver precise, hygienic scraping with validated performance and strong sanitation features that can reduce mastitis risk and cleaning cycles versus simpler units. While capital costs are comparable to other premium options, its proven integration with DeLaval milking and barn systems often produces faster operational ROI through reduced labor and improved herd health metrics.
Heavy-duty sweep
Minimal downtime
Heavy-duty sweep
Minimal downtime
Review Summary
"The DeLaval RS450 is praised for reliable performance, intuitive controls, and strong dealer/service support; a minority of users report infrequent belt or chain alignment issues that require technician attention. Broadly considered a dependable, well-supported scraper system."
Midnight whisper
Proven chain-driven scraper with reliable uptime in diverse barn layouts
Midnight whisper
Proven chain-driven scraper with reliable uptime in diverse barn layouts
Increased Safety & Security
Time-Saving Convenience
The DeLaval RS450 Scraper leverages DeLaval's long dairy-industry pedigree to deliver precise, hygienic scraping with validated performance and strong sanitation features that can reduce mastitis risk and cleaning cycles versus simpler units. While capital costs are comparable to other premium options, its proven integration with DeLaval milking and barn systems often produces faster operational ROI through reduced labor and improved herd health metrics.
Heavy-duty sweep
Minimal downtime
Midnight whisper
Proven chain-driven scraper with reliable uptime in diverse barn layouts
Remote diagnostics and extensive service network for fast troubleshooting
Heavy-duty sweep
Minimal downtime
Midnight whisper
Proven chain-driven scraper with reliable uptime in diverse barn layouts
Remote diagnostics and extensive service network for fast troubleshooting
$30,000-45,000 USD
Hanskamp RoboScraper
The Hanskamp RoboScraper emphasizes flexible, sensor-driven operation and easy retrofitting, making it a cost-effective choice for mid-sized farms that need customization without heavy investment in infrastructure. Technically it competes by offering adaptive cleaning patterns and lower upfront equipment costs than some full-service manufacturers, though very large operations may prefer the industrial capacity of brands like GEA or DeLaval.
Modular parts
Intuitive controls
Modular parts
Intuitive controls
Review Summary
"Users like the Hanskamp RoboScraper for its simple, rugged design and effective scraping on most floor types, but several operators report higher maintenance frequency and less advanced automation compared with newer competitors. It is often chosen for straightforward, no-frills reliability."
Eco-smart operation
Compact robotic scraper offering affordable automated manure removal
Eco-smart operation
Compact robotic scraper offering affordable automated manure removal
Time-Saving Convenience
Increased Safety & Security
Skill Development & Mastery
The Hanskamp RoboScraper emphasizes flexible, sensor-driven operation and easy retrofitting, making it a cost-effective choice for mid-sized farms that need customization without heavy investment in infrastructure. Technically it competes by offering adaptive cleaning patterns and lower upfront equipment costs than some full-service manufacturers, though very large operations may prefer the industrial capacity of brands like GEA or DeLaval.
Modular parts
Intuitive controls
Eco-smart operation
Compact robotic scraper offering affordable automated manure removal
Simple installation and modular components for quick service
Modular parts
Intuitive controls
Eco-smart operation
Compact robotic scraper offering affordable automated manure removal
Simple installation and modular components for quick service
$20,000-30,000 USD