Ekso Indego Therapy vs Paexo Back
Side-by-side comparison of Ekso Indego Therapy (Ekso Bionics) and Paexo Back (Ottobock) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Ekso Indego TherapyUnited States
- Paexo BackGermany
Year First Available
- Ekso Indego Therapy2016
- Paexo Back2020
Verified Deployments
- Ekso Indego Therapy0 Deployments
- Paexo Back0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Ekso Indego Therapy6 hrs
- Paexo Back—
Availability Status
- Ekso Indego TherapyACTIVE
- Paexo BackACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | Germany |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2016 | 2020 |
| 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 | ||
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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 | Paexo Back |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Ekso Indego Therapy, Paexo Back 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 Paexo Back?
Ekso Indego Therapy is made by Ekso Bionics, based in US. Paexo Back is made by Ottobock, based in DE.
When were Ekso Indego Therapy and Paexo Back launched?
Ekso Indego Therapy launched in 2016. Paexo Back launched in 2020.
How do Ekso Indego Therapy and Paexo Back compare on the Robo Index?
Ekso Indego Therapy grades AA on the Robo Index. Paexo Back grades BBB. 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 Paexo Back 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 Paexo Back?
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 Paexo Back 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.