da Vinci Xi vs Epione
Side-by-side comparison of da Vinci Xi (Intuitive Surgical, Inc.) and Epione (Quantum Surgical SAS) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- da Vinci XiUnited States
- EpioneFrance
Year First Available
- da Vinci Xi2014
- Epione2017
Verified Deployments
- da Vinci Xi0 Deployments
- Epione0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- da Vinci Xi$1,500,000–$2,500,000 USD
- EpioneResearch platform
Availability Status
- da Vinci XiACTIVE
- EpioneACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | France |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2014 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $1,500,000–$2,500,000 USD | Research platform |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Payload Capacity, 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 | da Vinci Xi | Epione |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $2,000,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 480.0 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | -$1,750,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | -88% | — |
Epione has 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.
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes da Vinci Xi and Epione?
da Vinci Xi is made by Intuitive Surgical, Inc., based in US. Epione is made by Quantum Surgical SAS, based in FR.
When were da Vinci Xi and Epione launched?
da Vinci Xi launched in 2014. Epione launched in 2017.
How do da Vinci Xi and Epione compare on the Robo Index?
da Vinci Xi grades AA on the Robo Index. Epione grades BB. 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 da Vinci Xi and Epione in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Surgical Medical on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Surgical Medical robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Surgical Medical TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: Surgical Robot TCO: Capital, Consumables, Training, and Per-Procedure Cost.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between da Vinci Xi and Epione?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: Surgical Robot Vendor Selection: Support Coverage, Software Upgrades, and Lifecycle.
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About this comparison
da Vinci Xi vs Epione compares two robots in the surgical-medical 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.