Data Harvest Group

What Data Harvest Group does

Data Harvest Group Ltd is a privately-held UK manufacturer of educational science data logging equipment, founded in 1985 by Stephen Allen and headquartered in Leighton Buzzard, Bedfordshire. The company designs and sells a wireless Bluetooth sensor ecosystem built around its proprietary EasySense2 cross-platform software, capturing real-time scientific data for physics, chemistry, and biology experiments. Its product portfolio spans the Smart Wireless sensor family (motion, force, acceleration, light, sound, voltage, current, magnetic field, pH, temperature, and physiological sensors), standalone V-Log remote data loggers and V-Hub sensor interfaces, the Vu Pro primary data logger range, dynamics systems, and curriculum-aligned subject-specific sensor packs for secondary and higher-education use.

The core technology stack pairs capacitive 3-axis accelerometer sensing, ultrasonic motion detection, and SmartQ-proprietary connectivity (Bluetooth and USB) with the EasySense2 capture-and-analysis software. All hardware ships with a 5-year warranty and lifetime support, and EasySense2 is included free with purchases, reinforcing a hardware-anchored ecosystem model rather than a software-SaaS model. No public APIs, SDKs, or AI/ML capabilities are documented.

Name

Data Harvest Group

Legal name

Data Harvest Group Ltd

Website

https://data-harvest.co.uk

Company type

Private

Founded year

1985

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Data Harvest Group is a UK-based manufacturer of wireless Bluetooth science sensors, data loggers, and the proprietary EasySense software, serving primary schools, secondary schools, colleges, and universities with curriculum-aligned data logging equipment for physics, chemistry, and biology education.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Educational Science Data Logging Equipment

NAICS

Analytical Laboratory Instrument Manufacturing (334516)

SIC

Laboratory Analytical Instruments (3826)

akta.pro primary industry

Instructional Equipment & Classroom Tools (Whiteboards, Lab Kits, Manipulatives) (EDAEAIAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Higher Education Digital Courseware & Modules (EDAGAEAB), Content Conversion, Digitization & LMS/SCORM/xAPI Packaging (EDAGAKAL)

Keywords

• Educational science equipment
• Wireless data logging
• Science classroom sensors
• Scientific measurement instruments
• Physics teaching technology

Headquarters

HQ city

Leighton Buzzard

HQ country

United Kingdom

HQ region

Europe

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales (Sensors and Data Loggers): Data Harvest generates revenue through the sale of physical science education equipment including wireless sensors, data loggers, interfaces, and accessories. Products are sold individually and in themed packs (Physics, Biology, Chemistry Starter and Advanced packs). The company sells directly through their e-commerce store and through distributor networks.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Data Harvest Group designs, manufactures, and supplies specialist educational science data logging hardware (wireless Bluetooth sensors, data loggers, dynamics systems) bundled with its proprietary EasySense cross-platform software for real-time scientific data capture and analysis in classrooms. The company sells directly via its e-commerce store and through international distributors, targeting schools and universities with subject-specific starter and advanced sensor packs, accompanied by curriculum-aligned teaching resources and a 5-year warranty with lifetime support.

Product overview

Data Harvest Group provides educational science data logging solutions for primary, secondary, and higher education institutions. The product portfolio centers on wireless Bluetooth-enabled sensors that connect to the proprietary EasySense cross-platform software, enabling real-time data capture and analysis for physics, biology, and chemistry experiments. The core offering comprises Smart Wireless Sensors (measuring motion, force, acceleration, light, sound, voltage, current, magnetic field, pH, temperature, and physiological parameters), data loggers (V-Log series for standalone remote logging and V-Hub for sensor interface), and the Vu Pro system for primary science. Pre-configured subject-specific sensor packs (Physics, Biology, Chemistry Starter and Advanced packs) bundle sensors with curriculum-aligned teaching resources. The Dynamics Systems provide physics mechanics experiment apparatus. All products are backed by a 5-year warranty and lifetime support, with the company having over 40 years of experience in educational science data logging since 1985.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Smart Wireless Bluetooth Sensors A comprehensive range of wireless Bluetooth-enabled scientific sensors for education, measuring parameters including motion, force, acceleration, light, sound, voltage, current, magnetic field, pH, temperature, and physiological signals. Sensors connect to the EasySense software via Bluetooth or USB for use in secondary schools, colleges, and universities.
• Wireless 3-Axis Accelerometer (Order No. 1192) Three-axis accelerometer with gyroscopic reporting for measuring acceleration forces in three dimensions. Features Bluetooth and USB connectivity, multiple measurement ranges (±2g to ±16g), and long battery life. Designed for physics experiments involving forces, simple harmonic motion, and dynamics.
• Wireless Motion Sensor (Order No. 1190) Ultrasound-based motion sensor for measuring distance, velocity, and acceleration. Multi-range sensor with dedicated sound generation and receiver, rugged compact design, and Bluetooth/USB connectivity for physics and kinetics experiments.
• Wireless Rotary Motion Sensor (Order No. 1195) High-accuracy bidirectional position sensor with a low-friction three-tier pulley (49mm, 31mm, 1mm diameters) for measuring pendulum, angular, rotational, and linear motion. Connects via USB or Bluetooth for advanced physics experiments.
• V-Log Data Logger Remote standalone data logger with 4 SmartQ sensor inputs. Available in V-Log4 (4 external inputs) and V-Log8 (adds 4 internal sensors: Light, Air Pressure, Sound, Humidity) configurations. Features USB and optional Bluetooth connectivity, a graphical display, and built-in data logging modes (EasyLog, Meters, Pictograms, Snapshot, Timing, Counting).
• V-Hub Sensor Link Interface Low-cost interface that converts wired SmartQ sensors to wireless Bluetooth connectivity. V-Hub4 has 4 external sensor inputs; V-Hub8 adds 4 internal sensors (Light, Air Pressure, Sound, Humidity). Powers connected sensors via built-in rechargeable battery, enabling legacy and modern sensor use together.
• Vu Pro Primary Data Logger Award-winning primary data logging solution with built-in USB and Bluetooth connectivity for primary science education. Designed for ages 5-11 with simple operation and cross-curricular science activities, pairing with the Vu Sensors range for sound, light, temperature, and heart rate.
• EasySense2 Software Cross-platform educational scientific data capture and analysis software. Features graphing options, multiple layout modes (Graph, Barchart, Meters, Table), analysis tools, and supports connecting multiple data loggers or wireless sensors simultaneously. Free with all Data Harvest hardware purchases.
• Wireless Dynamics System Complete physics mechanics system for GCSE and A-Level studies, enabling accurate and repeatable results. Includes wireless carts and sensors for investigating motion, forces, and energy, with track and accessories.
• Basic Dynamics System Sensor-free version of the dynamics system that unlocks older Data Harvest SmartQ sensors for modern classroom science use, providing track, carts, and masses without integrated sensors.
• Wireless Starter Pack for Physics (Order No. WSP001) Classroom-ready bundle including Wireless Motion Sensor, 2x Wireless Light Gate Sensors, Wireless Force Accelerometer, and Wireless 20V Voltage and Current Sensor, bundled with EasySense software and teaching resources for foundational physics experiments.
• Wireless Advanced Pack for Physics (Order No. WSP004) Advanced physics sensor bundle covering circuits, forces, energy, motion, electromagnetism, sound, light, and colour. Includes Wireless 5V Voltage and Current Sensor, 3-axis Accelerometer, Light and Colour Sensor, Magnetic Field Sensor, Sound Level Sensor, spoked pulley, and interrupt card set.
• Wireless Advanced Pack for Biology (Order No. WSP005) Advanced biology bundle with 11 sensors including Breathing Rate Belt, CO2 Sensor, ECG/EKG Sensor, Heart Rate Sensor, dissolved O2 Sensor, O2 in air Sensor, and compatible with pH, Colorimeter, Temperature, and Conductivity sensors for biochemical reactions and physiology experiments.
• Wireless Advanced Pack for Chemistry (Order No. WSP006) Advanced chemistry sensor array for reaction kinetics, gas laws, thermodynamics, and analytical chemistry. Includes Absolute Gas Pressure Sensor, Colorimeter and Turbidity, Conductivity Sensor, Drop and Bubble Counter, pH Sensor Pack, and Temperature Sensor for comprehensive chemistry studies.
• Physics (14-18) Motion and Forces Sensor Pack (Order No. CSP003) Curriculum-aligned sensor pack with eBook materials covering 20 experiments including motion, acceleration, pendulums, Newton's laws, momentum, and energy. Includes Rotary Motion Sensor, 2x Light Gates, Force Sensor, and Rotary Motion Accessory Kit.
• Wireless Magnetic Field Sensor (Order No. 1140) Directional magnetic field sensor for exploring electromagnetism and magnetic fields of solenoids and permanent magnets. Features two measurement ranges (±5mT and ±130mT), USB and Bluetooth connectivity.
• Wireless Sound Level Sensor (Order No. 1145) Two-channel sound sensor measuring sound pressure level in decibels (dBA/dBC) and examining frequency content via waveform (mV). Captures waveforms and measures speed of sound; responsive to frequencies from 20Hz to 10kHz.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5-year warranty on all sensors
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Vernier Software & Technology: US-based manufacturer of scientific sensors, data loggers (LabQuest), and accompanying software (Vernier Graphical Analysis) serving K-12 and higher education. Closest functional analog to Data Harvest's wireless Bluetooth sensor + EasySense ecosystem, and the category leader Data Harvest competes against globally.
• PASCO Scientific: US-based manufacturer of physics, chemistry, and biology sensors, data loggers (Sparklink, AirLink), and SPARKvue software for K-12 and university science labs. Directly competes in curriculum-aligned wireless sensor packs and dynamics systems comparable to Data Harvest's product lines.
• Pico Technology: UK-based manufacturer of PC-based data loggers (PicoLog) and oscilloscope-class instruments also marketed into secondary schools and universities. Overlaps with Data Harvest's V-Log standalone logger line and shares the UK/Bedfordshire-adjacent science-education customer base.
• PHYWE Systeme GmbH: Germany-based manufacturer of educational science equipment and Cobra4 data acquisition system widely used in European secondary schools and universities. Comparable position to Data Harvest in curriculum-aligned physics/biology/chemistry experiment hardware.
• 3B Scientific: Global supplier of science education equipment and models, including data-logging products for physics, biology, and chemistry labs. Overlaps with Data Harvest's subject-specific sensor pack offering and competes for the same institutional procurement budgets.
• CMA Technology: Netherlands-based developer of Coach 6 science education software and associated sensor interfaces (CMA interfaces, €-sense). Directly comparable as a sensor-plus-software bundle targeting European secondary school science curricula.

Broad incumbents

• Texas Instruments: Global semiconductor and education technology incumbent selling TI-Nspire handhelds and TI-Innovator hubs with sensor inputs into schools worldwide. Overlaps with Data Harvest only as part of a much broader K-12 STEM portfolio, including calculator- and handheld-anchored data collection that competes for the same lab budgets.
• National Instruments (NI): US-based broad-line test, measurement, and data acquisition company whose educational NI ELVIS and myDAQ products compete in the university-laboratory segment that Data Harvest serves with its higher-education sensors and interfaces. Much wider portfolio than Data Harvest, but a recurring indirect competitor for university lab capex.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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