Paexo Back vs ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton
Side-by-side comparison of Paexo Back (Ottobock) and ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton (Lifeward, Inc.) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.
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Layer 1: Identity & Trust
Manufacturer Country
- Paexo BackGermany
- ReWalk Personal ExoskeletonUnited States
Year First Available
- Paexo Back2020
- ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton2014
Verified Deployments
- Paexo Back0 Deployments
- ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton0 Deployments
Layer 2: Operational
Availability Status
- Paexo BackACTIVE
- ReWalk Personal ExoskeletonACTIVE
Layer 3: Category Specific
Max Speed
- Paexo Back—
- ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton0.7 m/s
| ||
|---|---|---|
| Layer 1: Identity & Trust | ||
| Manufacturer Country (values differ) | Germany | United States |
| Year First Available (values differ) | 2020 | 2014 |
| Verified Deployments | 0 Deployments | 0 Deployments |
| Layer 2: Operational | ||
| Availability Status | ACTIVE | ACTIVE |
| Layer 3: Category Specific | ||
| Max Speed (values differ) | — | 0.7 m/s |
Insufficient data for full comparison
The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Price, Battery / Shift Runtime, Payload Capacity, Reach, IP Rating, Autonomy Level
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 | Paexo Back | ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton |
|---|---|---|
| Investment | No price | No price |
| Payback period | — | — |
| Net savings (5 yr) | — | — |
| ROI (5 yr) | — | — |
Paexo Back, ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton have 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 Paexo Back and ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton?
Paexo Back is made by Ottobock, based in DE. ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton is made by Lifeward, Inc., based in US.
When were Paexo Back and ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton launched?
Paexo Back launched in 2020. ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton launched in 2014.
How do Paexo Back and ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton compare on the Robo Index?
Paexo Back grades BBB on the Robo Index. ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton 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 Paexo Back and ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton 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 Paexo Back and ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton?
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
Paexo Back vs ReWalk Personal Exoskeleton 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.