Borotto Incubators (All about)

[RoosterML]

So I am in the market for another incubator. I currently have an Incuview which has preformed flawlessly for me. BUT I want more capacity and I came across this unit offered by Premier 1. Does anyone have experience with it? I really like the egg tray design. It looks like a quality unit. Please keep this thread for all questions and comments about Borotto incubators all models.

https://www.premier1supplies.com/p/borotto-real-49-plus-egg-incubators

 

[RoosterML]

While I don’t question the quality of the machine one thing I notice it does not have a humidity reading unless you purchase the humidity pump. Also if doing waterfowl eggs it’s my understanding that you need to do a cool down period which I do not see listed as a capability. I think at the same price as another quality unit the lack of these features maybe be a deciding factor.

 

[BirdsBeesTrees]

I don't do a cool down with my waterfowl eggs. I've considered trying it though. My RComs come with the feature.

 

[RoosterML]

Well I ordered the Borotto Real 49 w/ humidity pump. I just like some of the features better than the Brinsea
I will be sure to update and reviews as time goes on!

 

[RoosterML]

Well the unit arrived damage. One of the tabs that holds the heating element was broken off. This appears to be a weak point in the unit that will need to be addressed by Borotto.
After failed negotiations with Premier 1 who offered me a $30 credit and was told to super glue it. They will be sending me a replacement unit as they refused my request for a $100 credit.
Sorry but $30 credit on a nearly $500 incubator to accept a broken incubator is
ridiculous.

 

[RoosterML]

Premier 1 made it right and sent me out a new one. Arrived in great shape!
This incubator is really set it and forget it with the humidity pump. The egg trays I believe are the best of all incubators.
I have 60 Quail and 25 chicken eggs set with still more room.
Here is a photo from the viewing window.
Here it is next to the incuview for size reference:

 

[UThobbyfarmer]

New unit looks great. I have no doubt you'll have many fine hatches in it.

 

[Wootiecat]

Does anyone who has one of these hatch bantam eggs? I'm wondering how well they will fit in the tray.

 

[RoosterML]

Does anyone who has one of these hatch bantam eggs? I'm wondering how well they will fit in the tray.

I hatch quail eggs in it. You should have no issue with bantam eggs.

 

[Wootiecat]

I'm just wondering how if they will be too loose in the spot for regular size eggs but too big for the quail egg space. Thanks for answering so quickly!