Ekso vs SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy)
Side-by-side comparison of Ekso (Ekso Bionics) and SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy) (Johns Hopkins University) — specs, pricing, Robo Score, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- EksoUnited States
- SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy)—
Year First Available
- Ekso2010
- SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy)2025
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Ekso$130,000 USD
- SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy)Research platform
Availability Status
- EksoACTIVE
- SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy)ACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Max Speed
- Ekso0.5 m/s
- SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy)—
Autonomy Level
- Eksofully autonomous
- SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy)—
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|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | — |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2010 | 2025 |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $130,000 USD | Research platform |
| 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: Verified Deployments, 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 | SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy) |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $130,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 31.2 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $120,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +92% | — |
SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy) 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 SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy)?
Ekso is made by Ekso Bionics, based in US. SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy) is made by Johns Hopkins University.
When were Ekso and SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy) launched?
Ekso launched in 2010. SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy) launched in 2025.
Are Ekso and SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy) 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 SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy)?
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 SRT-H (Surgical Robot Transformer-Hierarchy) 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 Score is calculated.