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RP-VITA vs Mako SmartRobotics

Side-by-side comparison of RP-VITA (InTouch Health and iRobot) and Mako SmartRobotics (Stryker) — specs, pricing, Robo Index, and verified deployments. Updated daily.

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RP-VITAAA
Mako SmartRobotics
Mako SmartRoboticsBB

Layer 1: Identity & Trust

Manufacturer Country

  • RP-VITAUnited States
  • Mako SmartRobotics
    Mako SmartRoboticsUnited States

Year First Available

  • RP-VITA2012
  • Mako SmartRobotics
    Mako SmartRobotics2006

Verified Deployments

  • RP-VITA0 Deployments
  • Mako SmartRobotics
    Mako SmartRobotics0 Deployments

Layer 2: Operational

Price

  • RP-VITAContact for quote
  • Mako SmartRobotics
    Mako SmartRobotics$375,000–$1,250,000 USD

Availability Status

  • RP-VITAACTIVE
  • Mako SmartRobotics
    Mako SmartRoboticsACTIVE

Layer 3: Category Specific

Max Speed

  • RP-VITA1.5 m/s
  • Mako SmartRobotics
    Mako SmartRobotics—

Autonomy Level

  • RP-VITAsemi-autonomous
  • Mako SmartRobotics
    Mako SmartRobotics—

Insufficient data for full comparison

The following fields had no data for any of the selected robots: Battery / Shift Runtime, Payload Capacity, Reach, IP Rating

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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

MetricRP-VITAMako SmartRobotics
InvestmentNo price$812,500
Payback period—195.0 mo
Net savings (5 yr)—-$562,500
ROI (5 yr)—-69%

RP-VITA 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 RP-VITA and Mako SmartRobotics?

RP-VITA is made by InTouch Health and iRobot, based in US. Mako SmartRobotics is made by Stryker, based in US.

When were RP-VITA and Mako SmartRobotics launched?

RP-VITA launched in 2012. Mako SmartRobotics launched in 2006.

How do RP-VITA and Mako SmartRobotics compare on the Robo Index?

RP-VITA grades AA on the Robo Index. Mako SmartRobotics grades BB. 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 RP-VITA and Mako SmartRobotics 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 RP-VITA and Mako SmartRobotics?

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

RP-VITA vs Mako SmartRobotics 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.