How to Choose the Right Chicken Incubator
Not all chicken incubators are built the same. Here's what actually matters when you're comparing models.
Read at Agriculture PortalIf you're hatching chicken eggs, from a handful in the backyard to trays running through a commercial hatchery, our digital incubators are built for exactly that. Choose between a 360-egg and a 20 000-egg model, both with automatic turning and precise temperature control, order online, and we'll deliver anywhere in South Africa with hands-on training included.
Raising chickens? Choose from 10 sizes, from 360 to 20,000 eggs per batch, whether you're keeping a small backyard flock or running a full commercial hatchery.
Watch our incubators in action — real footage, real hatch results.
IncubatorPro 360 in action
IncubatorPro 720 in action




Chicken farmers keep coming back to IncubatorPro because these machines are built to handle real conditions, not just a spec sheet. Every unit ships with automatic temperature control, humidity regulation, and an egg-turning system that takes the guesswork out of hatching chicken eggs, whether you're running a backyard coop or a commercial operation. We ship nationwide, including Johannesburg, Pretoria, Mpumalanga, Polokwane, the Free State, and North West. Learn more about chicken farming at the South African Poultry Association.
Because we build and support these machines ourselves, we can stand behind their quality: solid housings, tested wiring, and components that hold up to years of daily use hatching chicken eggs. Every unit is tested before it leaves the workshop, and support reaches every province, from Johannesburg and Pretoria through to Mpumalanga, Polokwane, the Free State, and North West. The same range also works well for duck, quail, and pheasant eggs with the right tray adapters. For agricultural guidelines, see the Department of Agriculture, Land Reform and Rural Development.
A few reasons our chicken incubators keep ending up on farms from Cape Town to Polokwane.
Consistent chicken hatch rates, flock after flock
Without the commercial-grade price tag
Suited to broilers, layers, and indigenous breeds alike
Backed by a full manufacturer warranty
Scales up from a hobby flock to a full hatchery
Delivered to your door, wherever you farm
Whether you're farming just outside Johannesburg or down on the coast in Port Elizabeth, our chicken incubators ship to every corner of South Africa, and every order includes setup guidance so you're not left figuring it out alone. We regularly deliver to Pretoria, Cape Town, Durban, and Bloemfontein, plus plenty of smaller towns in between. For province-specific agricultural guidance, see the Department of Agriculture portal.
A chicken incubator from IncubatorPro costs from R8,500 for the 360-egg model. Every model is an incubator for chicken eggs first: set to about 37.5 °C, it turns the eggs automatically and holds humidity digitally for the full 21 days. Pick the size by how many chicks you want each month; a batch hatches every three weeks.
| Model | Egg capacity | Best for | Price | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IncubatorPro 360 | 360 eggs | Small farms & serious backyard breeders | R8,500 | |
| IncubatorPro 720 | 720 eggs | Small farms & serious backyard breeders | R13,000 | |
| IncubatorPro 1056 | 1,056 eggs | Growing small-scale commercial farms | R15,000 | |
| IncubatorPro 1584 | 1,584 eggs | Growing small-scale commercial farms | R16,000 | |
| IncubatorPro 2000 | 2,000 eggs | Growing small-scale commercial farms | R19,000 | |
| IncubatorPro 2900 | 2,900 eggs | Commercial poultry farms | R21,000 | |
| IncubatorPro 5280 | 5,280 eggs | Commercial poultry farms | R39,000 | |
| IncubatorPro 6000 | 6,000 eggs | Commercial poultry farms | R43,000 | |
| IncubatorPro 10000 | 10,000 eggs | Hatcheries & large commercial operations | R67,000 | |
| IncubatorPro 20000 | 20,000 eggs | Hatcheries & large commercial operations | R123,000 |
Not sure which size? Use the incubator size guide, compare every chicken incubator price, or read about the right incubator for chicken eggs.
The same core technology on every model, the kind that actually moves the needle on chicken hatch rates.
A digital thermostat holds temperature steady to within a fraction of a degree, exactly what chicken eggs need to develop properly.
The auto-turner rotates eggs on schedule, much like a broody hen would, so chicken embryos develop evenly without you lifting a finger.
Built-in humidity control keeps conditions steady, even through the drier winter months.
A simple digital display shows temperature and humidity at a glance, so you can check in without opening the lid.
A few guides worth reading, whether you're just starting out with chickens or looking to improve your hatch rates.
Not all chicken incubators are built the same. Here's what actually matters when you're comparing models.
Read at Agriculture PortalThinking about starting a chicken farming business? Here's a practical place to begin.
Read at DALRRDA few maintenance habits that keep your chicken incubator running well for years.
Read at SA PoultryWe handle our own deliveries, so timelines are something we actually control. Coverage includes Johannesburg, Pretoria, Mpumalanga, Polokwane, the Free State, and North West, with the rest of the country close behind. For provincial agricultural information, see the Department of Agriculture.
Every purchase comes with real training, not just a manual, because a great incubator is only as good as the person running it.
A hands-on walkthrough covering the basics of running your machine day to day.
Broader chicken farming know-how, for anyone looking to grow beyond just hatching eggs.
The questions we get asked most often. If yours isn't here, just give us a call.
That's for you to judge, but here's what we can back up: farmers running our machines typically see chicken hatch rates of 80-90% when eggs are stored and set up correctly. We build for both small backyard flocks and full commercial operations, and we deliver anywhere in South Africa.
It comes down to the details: precise digital temperature control, automatic egg turning, and a sturdy build that holds up under everyday farm conditions. Every machine comes with a 2-year warranty, free training, and delivery anywhere in the country.
Yes, chicken eggs are what most of our customers hatch, and our range works well across broilers, layers, and indigenous breeds alike. The same machines also handle duck, quail, and pheasant eggs with the right tray adapters.
Ten sizes, from a 360-egg incubator for smaller flocks up to a 20,000-egg machine for hatcheries. All are fully automatic, with digital controls for temperature and humidity.
Questions about pricing, delivery, or which model fits your flock? We're happy to help.
Give us a call, send an email, or fill in the form and we'll get back to you, usually the same day. For general agricultural information, see the Department of Agriculture.
Join the chicken farmers across South Africa already getting reliable hatch rates with our incubators — free delivery and training included on every order.