EksoVest vs Guardian GT
Side-by-side comparison of EksoVest (Ekso Bionics) and Guardian GT (Sarcos) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- EksoVestUnited States
- Guardian GTUnited States
Year First Available
- EksoVest2017
- Guardian GT2017
Verified Deployments
- EksoVest0 Deployments
- Guardian GT0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price Range (USD)
- EksoVest$5,000 USD
- Guardian GT$48,000 USD
Battery / Shift Runtime
- EksoVest—
- Guardian GT12 hrs
Availability Status
- EksoVestACTIVE
- Guardian GTACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Reach
- EksoVest—
- Guardian GT1,219 mm
Payload Capacity
- EksoVest—
- Guardian GT4.6 kg
Max Speed
- EksoVest—
- Guardian GT0.5 m/s
Autonomy Level
- EksoVest—
- Guardian GTteleoperated
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country | United States | United States |
| Year First Available | 2017 | 2017 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price Range (USD) (values differ) | $5,000 USD | $48,000 USD |
| Battery / Shift Runtime (values differ) | — | 12 hrs |
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Reach (priority for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers) (values differ) | — | 1,219 mm |
| Payload Capacity (values differ) | — | 4.6 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 0.5 m/s |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | — | teleoperated |
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Frequently asked
Who makes EksoVest and Guardian GT?
EksoVest is made by Ekso Bionics, based in US. Guardian GT is made by Sarcos, based in US.
When were EksoVest and Guardian GT launched?
EksoVest launched in 2017. Guardian GT launched in 2017.
How much does EksoVest cost compared to Guardian GT?
EksoVest is listed at $5,000. Guardian GT is listed at $48,000.
How do EksoVest and Guardian GT compare on the Robo Index?
EksoVest scores 40/100. Guardian GT scores 92/100. The Robo Index blends specs, pricing transparency, verified deployments, and independent media coverage — see methodology for the full breakdown.
Are EksoVest and Guardian GT in the same category?
Both robots are classified as Exoskeleton on Robolist. Filters and ranking treat them as direct alternatives.
What is the realistic total cost of ownership for Exoskeleton robots?
Hardware cost is one input. Exoskeleton TCO also includes integration, training, downtime, and end-of-life. Our breakdown: The real cost and payback of an industrial exoskeleton program.
What should a buyer ask vendors when choosing between EksoVest and Guardian GT?
Spec sheets only show part of the story. Useful vendor questions cover support, lifecycle, integration cost, and references. We have a buyer-focused checklist: The exoskeleton vendor RFP: questions and red flags.
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About this comparison
EksoVest vs Guardian GT compares two robots in the exoskeleton 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.