Guardian GT vs X-ble Shoulder
Side-by-side comparison of Guardian GT (Sarcos) and X-ble Shoulder (Hyundai Motor Group) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Optimized for Healthcare & Hospitals buyers. Priority specs lifted to the top and marked with a target.
Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Guardian GTUnited States
- X-ble ShoulderSouth Korea
Year First Available
- Guardian GT2017
- X-ble Shoulder2024
Verified Deployments
- Guardian GT0 Deployments
- X-ble Shoulder0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Price
- Guardian GT$48,000 USD
- X-ble ShoulderContact for quote
Battery / Shift Runtime
- Guardian GT12 hrs
- X-ble Shoulder—
Availability Status
- Guardian GTACTIVE
- X-ble ShoulderACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Reach
- Guardian GT1,219 mm
- X-ble Shoulder—
Payload Capacity
- Guardian GT4.6 kg
- X-ble Shoulder3.7 kg
Max Speed
- Guardian GT0.5 m/s
- X-ble Shoulder—
Autonomy Level
- Guardian GTteleoperated
- X-ble Shoulder—
| | |
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | United States | South Korea |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2017 | 2024 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Price (values differ) | $48,000 USD | Contact for quote |
| 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 | 3.7 kg |
| Max Speed (values differ) | 0.5 m/s | — |
| Autonomy Level (values differ) | teleoperated | — |
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 | Guardian GT | X-ble Shoulder |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | $48,000 | No price |
| Payback period | 11.5 mo | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | $202,000 | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | +421% | — |
X-ble Shoulder 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 Guardian GT and X-ble Shoulder?
Guardian GT is made by Sarcos, based in US. X-ble Shoulder is made by Hyundai Motor Group, based in KR.
When were Guardian GT and X-ble Shoulder launched?
Guardian GT launched in 2017. X-ble Shoulder launched in 2024.
How do Guardian GT and X-ble Shoulder compare on the Robo Index?
Guardian GT grades A on the Robo Index. X-ble Shoulder grades AA. 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 Guardian GT and X-ble Shoulder 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 Guardian GT and X-ble Shoulder?
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
Guardian GT vs X-ble Shoulder 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.