Ekso vs Modular Prosthetic Limb
Side-by-side comparison of Ekso (Ekso Bionics) and Modular Prosthetic Limb (Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL)) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- EksoUnited States
- Modular Prosthetic LimbUnited States
Year First Available
- Ekso2010
- Modular Prosthetic Limb2010
Verified Deployments
- Ekso0 Deployments
- Modular Prosthetic Limb0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Ekso$130,000 USD
- Modular Prosthetic LimbResearch platform
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Ekso—
- Modular Prosthetic Limb4 hrs
Availability Status
- EksoACTIVE
- Modular Prosthetic LimbACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Payload Capacity
- Ekso—
- Modular Prosthetic Limb6.8 kg
Reach
- Ekso—
- Modular Prosthetic Limb800 mm
Max Speed
- Ekso0.5 m/s
- Modular Prosthetic Limb—
Autonomy Level
- Eksofully autonomous
- Modular Prosthetic Limbpartially autonomous
| Modular Prosthetic Limbsurgical-medicalJohns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) BBRobo Index | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available | 2010 | 2010 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $130,000 USD | Research platform |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 4 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Payload Capacity (priority for Hospitality & F&B buyers) (values differ) | — | 6.8 kg |
| Reach (values differ) | — | 800 mm |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 0.5 m/s | — |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | fully autonomous | partially autonomous |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: 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 | Modular Prosthetic Limb |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $130,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 31.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $120,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +92% | — |
Modular Prosthetic Limb 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.
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Frequently asked
Who makes Ekso and Modular Prosthetic Limb?
Ekso is made by Ekso Bionics, based in US. Modular Prosthetic Limb is made by Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL), based in US.
When were Ekso and Modular Prosthetic Limb launched?
Ekso launched in 2010. Modular Prosthetic Limb launched in 2010.
How do Ekso and Modular Prosthetic Limb compare on the Robo Index?
Ekso grades AA on the Robo Index. Modular Prosthetic Limb 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 Modular Prosthetic Limb 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 Modular Prosthetic Limb?
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 Modular Prosthetic Limb 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.