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Ekso vs Hugo RAS system

Side-by-side comparison of Ekso (Ekso Bionics) and Hugo RAS system (Medtronic plc — Surgical Robotics) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.

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Ekso
EksoAA
Hugo RAS system
Hugo RAS systemBB

Layer 1: Identity & Trust

Manufacturer Country

  • Ekso
    EksoUnited States
  • Hugo RAS system
    Hugo RAS systemIreland

Year First Available

  • Ekso
    Ekso2010
  • Hugo RAS system
    Hugo RAS system2019

Verified Deployments

  • Ekso
    Ekso0 Deployments
  • Hugo RAS system
    Hugo RAS system0 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational

Price

  • Ekso
    Ekso$130,000 USD
  • Hugo RAS system
    Hugo RAS system$1,500,000 USD

Availability Status

  • Ekso
    EksoACTIVE
  • Hugo RAS system
    Hugo RAS systemACTIVE

Layer 3: Category Specific

Max Speed

  • Ekso
    Ekso0.5 m/s
  • Hugo RAS system
    Hugo RAS system—

Autonomy Level

  • Ekso
    Eksofully autonomous
  • Hugo RAS system
    Hugo RAS system—

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

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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

MetricEksoHugo RAS system
Investment$130,000$1,500,000
Payback period31.2 mo360.0 mo
Net savings (5 yr)$120,000-$1,250,000
ROI (5 yr)+92%-83%

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 Hugo RAS system?

Ekso is made by Ekso Bionics, based in US. Hugo RAS system is made by Medtronic plc — Surgical Robotics, based in IE.

When were Ekso and Hugo RAS system launched?

Ekso launched in 2010. Hugo RAS system launched in 2019.

How much does Ekso cost compared to Hugo RAS system?

Ekso is listed at $130,000. Hugo RAS system is listed at $1,500,000.

How do Ekso and Hugo RAS system compare on the Robo Index?

Ekso grades AA on the Robo Index. Hugo RAS system 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 and Hugo RAS 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 Hugo RAS 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.

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About this comparison

Ekso vs Hugo RAS 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.