Ekso Indego Therapy vs Guardian XO
Side-by-side comparison of Ekso Indego Therapy (Ekso Bionics) and Guardian XO (Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corporation) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Ekso Indego TherapyUnited States
- Guardian XOUnited States
Year First Available
- Ekso Indego Therapy2016
- Guardian XO2020
Verified Deployments
- Ekso Indego Therapy0 Deployments
- Guardian XO0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Ekso Indego Therapy6 hrs
- Guardian XO—
Availability Status
- Ekso Indego TherapyACTIVE
- Guardian XOACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2020 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Agriculture buyers) (values differ) | 6 hrs | — |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
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The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, 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 | Ekso Indego Therapy | Guardian XO |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Ekso Indego Therapy, Guardian XO 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 Ekso Indego Therapy and Guardian XO?
Ekso Indego Therapy is made by Ekso Bionics, based in US. Guardian XO is made by Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corporation, based in US.
When were Ekso Indego Therapy and Guardian XO launched?
Ekso Indego Therapy launched in 2016. Guardian XO launched in 2020.
How do Ekso Indego Therapy and Guardian XO compare on the Robo Index?
Ekso Indego Therapy grades AA on the Robo Index. Guardian XO 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 Ekso Indego Therapy and Guardian XO 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 Indego Therapy and Guardian XO?
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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Ekso Indego Therapy vs Guardian XO 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.