Calvin-40 vs Ekso Indego Therapy
Side-by-side comparison of Calvin-40 (Wandercraft) and Ekso Indego Therapy (Ekso Bionics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Calvin-40France
- Ekso Indego TherapyUnited States
Year First Available
- Calvin-402025
- Ekso Indego Therapy2016
Verified Deployments
- Calvin-400 Deployments
- Ekso Indego Therapy0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Calvin-40—
- Ekso Indego Therapy6 hrs
Availability Status
- Calvin-40ACTIVE
- Ekso Indego TherapyACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Calvin-4040 kg
- Ekso Indego Therapy—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | France | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2025 | 2016 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 6 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | 40 kg | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Reach, Max Speed, IP Rating, Autonomy Level
ROI Comparison
Same operating assumptions across every robot — the only difference is price. Set your numbers once to see which pays back fastest.
Annual labor displaced (per robot): $50,000
| Metric | Calvin-40 | Ekso Indego Therapy |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Calvin-40, Ekso Indego Therapy have no listed price, so payback can't be computed. Contact the manufacturer for a quote.
Estimates labor-cost displacement only — not a full total cost of ownership. Actual ROI depends on integration, maintenance, training, downtime, and task fit. Converted currencies are indicative; USD is the price of record.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Calvin-40 and Ekso Indego Therapy?
Calvin-40 is made by Wandercraft, based in FR. Ekso Indego Therapy is made by Ekso Bionics, based in US.
When were Calvin-40 and Ekso Indego Therapy launched?
Calvin-40 launched in 2025. Ekso Indego Therapy launched in 2016.
How do Calvin-40 and Ekso Indego Therapy compare on the Robo Index?
Calvin-40 grades A on the Robo Index. Ekso Indego Therapy grades AA. The Robo Index is a credibility grade (AAA … C) that blends commercial maturity, verified deployments, company standing, and independent coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Calvin-40 and Ekso Indego Therapy in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Exoskeleton on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Exoskeleton robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Exoskeleton TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: The real cost and payback of an industrial exoskeleton program.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between Calvin-40 and Ekso Indego Therapy?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: The exoskeleton vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
Calvin-40 vs Ekso Indego Therapy compares two robots in the exoskeleton category. All data is sourced from manufacturer spec sheets, verified deployments, and third-party filings; see our methodology for how the Robo Index is calculated.