Ekso vs HYDROS Robotic System
Side-by-side comparison of Ekso (Ekso Bionics) and HYDROS Robotic System (PROCEPT BioRobotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- EksoUnited States
- HYDROS Robotic SystemUnited States
Year First Available
- Ekso2010
- HYDROS Robotic System—
Verified Deployments
- Ekso0 Deployments
- HYDROS Robotic System0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Ekso$130,000 USD
- HYDROS Robotic SystemContact for quote
Availability Status
- EksoACTIVE
- HYDROS Robotic SystemACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Max Speed
- Ekso0.5 m/s
- HYDROS Robotic System—
Autonomy Level
- Eksofully autonomous
- HYDROS Robotic System—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2010 | — |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $130,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Max Speed (values differ) | 0.5 m/s | — |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | fully autonomous | — |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Payload Capacity, Reach, IP Rating
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 | HYDROS Robotic System |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $130,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 31.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $120,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +92% | — |
HYDROS Robotic System 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 Ekso and HYDROS Robotic System?
Ekso is made by Ekso Bionics, based in US. HYDROS Robotic System is made by PROCEPT BioRobotics, based in US.
How do Ekso and HYDROS Robotic System compare on the Robo Index?
Ekso grades AA on the Robo Index. HYDROS Robotic System 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 and HYDROS Robotic System 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 Ekso and HYDROS Robotic System?
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.
Going deeper — picking the right robot
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About this comparison
Ekso vs HYDROS Robotic System 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.