Ekso Evo vs IX SHOULDER AIR
Side-by-side comparison of Ekso Evo (Ekso Bionics) and IX SHOULDER AIR (SUITX) — specs, pricing, Robolist Product Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
Optimize comparison for buyer
Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Ekso EvoUnited States
- IX SHOULDER AIRGermany
Year First Available
- Ekso Evo2020
- IX SHOULDER AIR2022
Verified Deployments
- Ekso Evo0 Deployments
- IX SHOULDER AIR0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Ekso Evo$1,551
- IX SHOULDER AIR$150,000
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Ekso Evo—
- IX SHOULDER AIR5 hrs
Availability Status
- Ekso EvoACTIVE
- IX SHOULDER AIRACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | Germany |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2020 | 2022 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $1,551 | $150,000 |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | — | 5 hrs |
| 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: Payload Capacity, Reach, Max Speed, IP Rating, Autonomy Level
best in categoryweakest in categoryvalues differ
Trade-offs at a glance
Frequently asked
Who makes Ekso Evo and IX SHOULDER AIR?
Ekso Evo is made by Ekso Bionics, based in US. IX SHOULDER AIR is made by SUITX, based in DE.
When were Ekso Evo and IX SHOULDER AIR launched?
Ekso Evo launched in 2020. IX SHOULDER AIR launched in 2022.
How much does Ekso Evo cost compared to IX SHOULDER AIR?
Ekso Evo is listed at $1,551. IX SHOULDER AIR is listed at $150,000.
How do Ekso Evo and IX SHOULDER AIR compare on the Robolist Product Score?
Ekso Evo scores 49/100. IX SHOULDER AIR scores 37/100. The Product Score blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are Ekso Evo and IX SHOULDER AIR 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 Ekso Evo and IX SHOULDER AIR?
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.
Going deeper — picking the right robot
The real cost and payback of an industrial exoskeleton program
7 min readExoskeletons
The exoskeleton vendor RFP: questions and red flags
8 min readExoskeletons
A 90-day deployment playbook for industrial exoskeleton programs
9 min readExoskeletons
Build vs buy vs lease: which model fits a first deployment
8 min readChoosing Your First Robot
The hidden specs vendors hope you'll miss
10 min readReading the Spec Sheet
About this comparison
Ekso Evo vs IX SHOULDER AIR 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 Robolist Product Score is calculated.