Ekso vs VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution
Side-by-side comparison of Ekso (Ekso Bionics) and VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution (DePuy Synthes) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- EksoUnited States
- VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted SolutionUnited States
Year First Available
- Ekso2010
- VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution2021
Verified Deployments
- Ekso0 Deployments
- VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- Ekso$130,000 USD
- VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted SolutionContact for quote
Availability Status
- EksoACTIVE
- VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted SolutionACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Max Speed
- Ekso0.5 m/s
- VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution—
Autonomy Level
- Eksofully autonomous
- VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution—
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| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2010 | 2021 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (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 | — |
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Frequently asked
Who makes Ekso and VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution?
Ekso is made by Ekso Bionics, based in US. VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution is made by DePuy Synthes, based in US.
When were Ekso and VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution launched?
Ekso launched in 2010. VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution launched in 2021.
How do Ekso and VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution compare on the Robo Index?
Ekso grades A on the Robo Index. VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution grades A. 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 VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution 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 VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution?
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 VELYS™ Robotic-Assisted Solution 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.