I have both incubators and much prefer my Maticoopx. You were spot on with the comparison; I hate how the Nurture Rite lid is hard to seat and that's a pain when you're taking eggs in and out to candle. I prefer having my eggs in the vertical position rather than laying flat as the air sack stays at the large end and candling is easier to see. The only reason I didn't purchase a 2nd Maaticoopx was I had an old incubator go down with a load of eggs and couldn't wait to order another one from Amazon so I ran to Tractor Supply and picked up the Nurture Rite . In all the reviews people seem to love their Nurture Rite and it is a good one but like you said it's a matter of preference.
The Nurture Right incubator is best suited for hatching backyard eggs, where tossing and turning won't matter because they are sturdy backyard eggs. Ebays ordered eggs are very delicate so it's best to use the Maticoopx because the eggs don't get rolled around, it just tilts the eggs and the eggs' membranes don't get any more damaged.
I have the nurture right 360 and up until my last hatch 2 1/2 weeks ago I thought it was the perfect incubator. On my last batch it was the first time I ever used govees inside the incubator. Both govees read almost identical temperatures and the humidity readings are also very close. I put both of them in directly across from each other. When the automatic egg turner would move the temperature readings on the govees wound change. The nurture right 360 has hot and cold spots and it’s evident seeing the temps fluctuate on the govees as the egg turner changed positions. Now since the Maticoopx has a very similar design I’m curious if that incubator has got and cold spots as well.
Personally, I haven't tried using additional devices. With a 100% hatch rate, I can't imagine mine has any significant fluctuation. At the same time, you have the humidity window allowing air flow from the environment outside of the incubator. That draft has to hit somewhere. Keep up the good work and good luck with your birds.
Matticoop hands down. 15 of 16 hatched. I put weather stripping on both sides of the turner to prevent clunking from one side to the other. Second, shelf liner in the bottom. Babies get thier legs stuck in those holes and I suspect this is why some chicks develop leg problems. Only a theory. I also put straws crossways in those holes to create 16 cradles so egg stays straight up. I do no more than 16 at a time.
Thank you so much for making this video. I am in the market for my first incubator and these are the two I am considering. On Amazon it lists the manna pro as being made in the USA. Can you confirm this?
We are so glad you found it helpful. To your question: Mana Pro is located in Missouri, USA, at least by address. However, the box for my incubator clearly reads (in tiny letters) Manufactured Mana Pro, and a little farther down (still in tiny letters) it says "Made in China". I guess it is entirely possible that they began manufacturing them in the USA since my model rolled off the production line, but I highly doubt it.
The annoying fan motor in the Harris Farms is a cheap sleeve bushing motor. I replaces mine with a ball bearing equivalent and been happy since! I do love the bright display though, wish anyone had the same in a larger unit.
Looking into a Maticoopx. I unscrew my NR360 to clean it. Does the Maticoop have the option of unscrewing the base and taking out the motor, to avoid the potential for water getting in it?
No. You would have to take the motor off (just a few screws, but plastic may not do well with long term removal, reinstallation. Personally, I just sit mine on the side when washing with the motor on the side facing downward. That keeps the water from getting into the motor. I let it dry out for a few days before plugging back in if I am concerned about any moisture getting in the motor.
Personally, I would put all twelve vertical in one tray. Then place that tray in the middle slot of the incubator rail. I prefer my eggs to be vertical rather than horizontal; I've always seemed to have better hatch rates that way. And I wouldn't want them next to the side of the incubator if I had the option of putting them in the middle. I didn't have any issues with cold spots or drafts with my Maticoopx, but if you were to have any, it would likely be around the edges.
As the chick is developing, it can get attached or stuck to the shell. Rotating keeps that from happening. And yes, the mother hen does rotate her eggs by moving them around with her beak while she sits on them or when she gets off the nest/moves around in the nest. Much of the artificial incubation process is modeled after what the hen does instinctually.
My friends hatched deformed chicks and chicks stuck to one side when the incubator is not turning. So it's a nust to turn the eggs for proper chick development.
I have both incubators and much prefer my Maticoopx. You were spot on with the comparison; I hate how the Nurture Rite lid is hard to seat and that's a pain when you're taking eggs in and out to candle. I prefer having my eggs in the vertical position rather than laying flat as the air sack stays at the large end and candling is easier to see. The only reason I didn't purchase a 2nd Maaticoopx was I had an old incubator go down with a load of eggs and couldn't wait to order another one from Amazon so I ran to Tractor Supply and picked up the Nurture Rite . In all the reviews people seem to love their Nurture Rite and it is a good one but like you said it's a matter of preference.
100% agree
I have maticoops I love I just hatched 20eggs n had 18 live already got full again
Awesome. I definitely ended up with an abundance of chickens this year. Good luck with the chicks and the new batch.
very Good comparison, thank you .
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Great review my friend. 👍
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Thank you much. I have the Nurture Right 360 and was needing another incubator, after watching your video I ordered the Maticoopx.
@@growinggreenways5623 you got a new Sub. 👍
It's the one I'd go with if I needed another.
The Nurture Right incubator is best suited for hatching backyard eggs, where tossing and turning won't matter because they are sturdy backyard eggs. Ebays ordered eggs are very delicate so it's best to use the Maticoopx because the eggs don't get rolled around, it just tilts the eggs and the eggs' membranes don't get any more damaged.
Yeah, ordering eggs is already stressful enough. Having them in a good incubator is important.
I have the nurture right 360 and up until my last hatch 2 1/2 weeks ago I thought it was the perfect incubator. On my last batch it was the first time I ever used govees inside the incubator. Both govees read almost identical temperatures and the humidity readings are also very close. I put both of them in directly across from each other. When the automatic egg turner would move the temperature readings on the govees wound change. The nurture right 360 has hot and cold spots and it’s evident seeing the temps fluctuate on the govees as the egg turner changed positions. Now since the Maticoopx has a very similar design I’m curious if that incubator has got and cold spots as well.
Personally, I haven't tried using additional devices. With a 100% hatch rate, I can't imagine mine has any significant fluctuation. At the same time, you have the humidity window allowing air flow from the environment outside of the incubator. That draft has to hit somewhere. Keep up the good work and good luck with your birds.
I totally agree with the issues that arise with the nuture right.. as far as any cons with the maticoopx.. to me those are nothing i cant tolerate
%100
Thank you!
You're welcome
Matticoop hands down. 15 of 16 hatched. I put weather stripping on both sides of the turner to prevent clunking from one side to the other. Second, shelf liner in the bottom. Babies get thier legs stuck in those holes and I suspect this is why some chicks develop leg problems. Only a theory. I also put straws crossways in those holes to create 16 cradles so egg stays straight up. I do no more than 16 at a time.
Creative ideas.
Thank you so much for making this video. I am in the market for my first incubator and these are the two I am considering. On Amazon it lists the manna pro as being made in the USA. Can you confirm this?
We are so glad you found it helpful. To your question: Mana Pro is located in Missouri, USA, at least by address. However, the box for my incubator clearly reads (in tiny letters) Manufactured Mana Pro, and a little farther down (still in tiny letters) it says "Made in China". I guess it is entirely possible that they began manufacturing them in the USA since my model rolled off the production line, but I highly doubt it.
The annoying fan motor in the Harris Farms is a cheap sleeve bushing motor. I replaces mine with a ball bearing equivalent and been happy since! I do love the bright display though, wish anyone had the same in a larger unit.
Great to know.
Looking into a Maticoopx. I unscrew my NR360 to clean it. Does the Maticoop have the option of unscrewing the base and taking out the motor, to avoid the potential for water getting in it?
No. You would have to take the motor off (just a few screws, but plastic may not do well with long term removal, reinstallation. Personally, I just sit mine on the side when washing with the motor on the side facing downward. That keeps the water from getting into the motor. I let it dry out for a few days before plugging back in if I am concerned about any moisture getting in the motor.
@growinggreenways5623 thanks!! :)
Curious as to how you load the maticoopx…. If you only have a dozen eggs. Would you just fill up 2 trays. How would you keep them vertical?
Personally, I would put all twelve vertical in one tray. Then place that tray in the middle slot of the incubator rail. I prefer my eggs to be vertical rather than horizontal; I've always seemed to have better hatch rates that way. And I wouldn't want them next to the side of the incubator if I had the option of putting them in the middle. I didn't have any issues with cold spots or drafts with my Maticoopx, but if you were to have any, it would likely be around the edges.
@@growinggreenways5623 wonderful. Thanks for the info. Happy chickening! 🐓
@@kellykibbe-smith5396 You as well!
I have more small eggs than big ones so mine I lay down i got18 out of 20 babies this hatched so it works good sitting up r laying down
hi, Do you know who makes the Maticoopx incubator? origin ? Thank you.
As far as I can tell, the manufacturer is simply Maticoopx. They do not list any other company as a manufacturer. I don't know anything beyond that.
Random question but why do eggs need to rotate? Do chickens rotate there eggs when they sit on them? Just something I was curious on?
As the chick is developing, it can get attached or stuck to the shell. Rotating keeps that from happening. And yes, the mother hen does rotate her eggs by moving them around with her beak while she sits on them or when she gets off the nest/moves around in the nest. Much of the artificial incubation process is modeled after what the hen does instinctually.
My friends hatched deformed chicks and chicks stuck to one side when the incubator is not turning. So it's a nust to turn the eggs for proper chick development.
Was this filmed in 2004 ?
As the upload date suggests, it was filmed and uploaded last year in the spring of 2023.
Unfortunately the maticoopx is not available.
Looking for a second incubator and this one sounds great.
Yeah, I have noticed that they occasionally go out of stock, but it usually doesn't take long before they have another batch.
I by far prefer LCD to LED displays. BUT a backlit LCD would be better
Yes, sir. I agree.
@@growinggreenways5623 i think Amazon is always out of these lol
It seems like it sometimes. If you see them available, you definitely have to jump on it.