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A Back Support Exoskeleton Costs 2,000 Euros, a Medical Rehab Suit Costs $94,000: 164 Models Compared

Passive back support and powered medical rehabilitation are both called exoskeletons, and the fortyfold price gap between them says everything about how differently they work. See real pricing and the published research on what these devices actually do to back muscle strain, from 103 manufacturers. Whether you want to buy, hire or lease, every one of the 164 exoskeletons for sale below links straight to the manufacturer, with specifications pulled from their own site, not a reseller.

Key takeaways

  • Workers must keep wearing it after the trial week.
  • Buy for one task at a time and measure.
  • Medical devices need clearance and therapist time.
Get a free shortlist Run the numbers

Compare the top picks

ModelMakerAt a glancePrice
Dnsys Z1DNSYS (Dnsys Technology)Weight: Dual Joint: 680 g per leg; Dual Joint Pro: 640 g per leg | Battery Life: Dual Joint: 15 km (one Plus Battery); Pro: 30 km (two batteries)Dual Joint $1,299; Dual Joint Pro $1,999 (dnsys.ai)
Hypershell X ProHypershell - Shanghai Jike Technology Co., Ltd.Category: Exoskeleton (wearable, powered, lower limb, consumer outdoor) | Net Weight: 2 kg (excluding battery and AeroFlex Kit)Not disclosed (varies by regional store)
VIATRIXULS Robotics Co., Ltd. (Shanghai ULS Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.)Category: Exoskeleton (wearable, powered, hip assist, consumer sports) | Joint Architecture: FLOAT360 floating hip jointCNY 6,799 (flagship), CNY 7,899 (colored-shell edition), ULS site
Ascentiz H Series (H Pro and H Ultra)AscentizWeight: Not disclosedH Pro MSRP $1,499; H Ultra MSRP $1,999 (Ascentiz press release, August 2026)
Hapo UPErgoSanté (Hapo)Weight: 4.12 lbsEUR 3,500 excl. tax (Hapo site)
Not sure which model fits your job, or want help with hire or lease terms? Email J2R with what you need done and your budget, and we will shortlist real options and help broker the deal.

Real case

Overhead work at Ford

In 2018 Ford rolled out Ekso Bionics' EksoVest upper-body exoskeleton across assembly plants for workers who lift their arms overhead thousands of times a day.

The lesson for buyers: Target a task with a measurable strain problem.

Source: Ford announcement, 2018

Want a result like this? Tell us the task and budget and we will reply with real options, prices and lease terms.

How to choose

Start with the question an exoskeleton answers for you, not the brand. The research on industrial exoskeletons is fairly consistent on a few points, and they are worth knowing before you spend money.

Passive or powered

A passive exoskeleton has no motor. It stores energy in springs or carbon rods when you bend, and gives some of it back when you straighten up. It needs no charging, has little to break, and usually costs a few hundred to a few thousand euros or dollars. A powered (active) exoskeleton has motors at the joints and can push much harder, which matters for full mobility suits used in rehabilitation, but it needs batteries, costs far more, and has more parts that can fail.

What part of the body

Most devices on this page target one of four zones: the lower back for repeated bending and lifting, the neck and shoulders for overhead work, the legs and hips for standing support or walking assistance, or the whole body for people recovering mobility after injury or stroke. Match the device to the task first.

What the research actually shows

Systematic reviews of industrial back support exoskeletons (a 2021 review in Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, and a 2020 update published in the journal Ergonomics) found consistent, measured reductions in back muscle activity and spinal compression force during lifting and bending. But the same reviews found overall user satisfaction only moderate, and performance sometimes dropped on tasks that needed extra agility. These devices measurably cut strain on repetitive tasks, but they are not invisible.

Certification and fit

For anything used at work in the EU, check for CE machine marking under 2006/42/CE and, ideally, ISO 9001 from the manufacturer. Sizing matters more than most buyers expect.

Buy, hire or lease

A small number of manufacturers in this list offer a direct rental option. For most others, J2R can help broker a short term trial, a rental period or a lease arrangement with the manufacturer or an approved reseller.

Before you buy

An exoskeleton will not pay for itself: run the numbers first

Industrial exoskeletons are judged on injury reduction and on whether workers keep wearing them after the trial week. Medical exoskeletons are judged on clinical outcomes and reimbursement. A device left in a locker returns nothing.

The most common mistake is comparing the price of the machine with the salary of one employee. A report prepared for the US National Institute of Standards and Technology found that a complete robotic system tends to cost three to four times the robot itself once integration is counted, and the money comes back only when the process around the robot changes. Start with the job and the number you want to move, not with the catalogue.

What you are really paying for

Cost lineWhat to budget for
Fitting and sizingSeveral sizes and individual adjustment per worker; shared devices need hygiene liners.
Ergonomic pilotBaseline assessment, worker trials and a before-and-after measurement plan, ideally with an ergonomist.
TrainingDonning, doffing, safe use near machinery and in tight spaces.
Regulatory statusMedical devices need FDA or EU MDR clearance; occupational devices are covered by emerging ASTM F48 standards.
UpkeepStraps, springs, batteries for powered units, and cleaning between users.

Measure this before you ask for a quote

  1. Musculoskeletal injury claims and lost days for the target task
  2. Lifts, bends or overhead reaches per shift
  3. Worker discomfort scores before and after a trial
  4. Turnover and absenteeism on physically demanding roles
  5. For clinics: therapy sessions per patient and therapist time per session

When to walk away

  • Workers reject it during a two-week trial
  • Tasks change constantly so the support is in the wrong place
  • Published research does not support the body area you want to protect

Where the payback actually comes from

Returns come from fewer strain injuries, lower absenteeism and keeping experienced workers in the job longer. Evidence is strongest for passive devices on specific tasks such as overhead work; buy for one task at a time, measured, not for a whole site.

Payback (years) = total investment ÷ annual net benefit
Total investment = equipment + integration, site work, tooling, training + output lost during start-up
Annual net benefit = savings you can prove − service, parts, energy, software and supervision

Six questions to put to every exoskeleton vendor

  1. Which peer-reviewed studies support the claim for my task?
  2. Weight, heat and comfort over an eight-hour shift?
  3. How many sizes, and can it be shared between workers?
  4. Is there a paid pilot or rental before purchase?
  5. Spare parts and battery cost for powered models?
  6. Clearance status if used for rehabilitation?

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All 164 exoskeletons for sale in the catalog

ModelManufacturerCountryAt a glancePriceSource
ABLE ExoskeletonABLE Human Motion, S.L.Spain (Barcelona)Weight: 17 kgNot disclosed, institutional/clinical purchaseVisit manufacturer site →
Agadexo Shoulder Semi-Active Upper-Limb Exoskeleton (Italy; 6kg Weight; Up to 8kg/Arm Anti-Gravity Support; AI Sensorized Bracelets; Up to 40% Muscle Stress Reduction; ESO-EAWS Certified; Milan)AGADE SrlItalyWeight (incl. battery): 6 kg (13.2 lb) | Anti-Gravity Support: Up to 8 kg per arm (16 kg max total)Contact agade-exoskeletons.com for pricingVisit manufacturer site →
Agadexo Lowback Semi-Active Lower-Back Exoskeleton (Italy; Removable Battery 8+ Hour Autonomy; AI-Adaptive Biomechanical Support; Backpack-Style Wear; Milan)AGADE SrlItalyBattery: Removable, 8+ hours autonomy | Actuation: Semi-active, AI-enhanced adaptive biomechanical supportContact agade-exoskeletons.com for pricingVisit manufacturer site →
Waist Exoskeleton (Active)AIVERESTChina (Hangzhou)Variants: Active, light active, passive | Load Support: 0-60 kg rangeContact AIVERESTVisit manufacturer site →
Angel Legs (M10, superseded by M20)Angel Robotics Co., Ltd.South Korea (Seoul)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable, Powered, Lower Body, Medical Rehabilitation) | Weight (M10, with batteries): 18.5 kg (40.7 lb)Not disclosed, institutional/clinical purchaseVisit manufacturer site →
Angel Legs M20Angel Robotics Co., Ltd.South KoreaCategory: Exoskeleton (wearable, powered, lower limb gait training, medical) | Models: M20-A-C3 and M20-B-C3Not disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
Angel Suit H10Angel Robotics Co., Ltd.South KoreaWeight: Not disclosedNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
archelisFXArchelis Inc.JapanWeight per Leg: 2.0 kg (S), 2.1 kg (M), 2.5 kg (L)JPY 398,000 (JPY 437,800 incl. tax); rental JPY 30,000 (JPY 33,000 incl. tax) per 2 weeksVisit manufacturer site →
ZeroG Gait and Balance SystemAretech LLCUSA (Sterling, Virginia)Category: Exoskeleton (robotic overhead body-weight support system, rehabilitation) | Dynamic Body-Weight Support: 10-200 lbsNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
Ascentiz H Series (H Pro and H Ultra)AscentizNot disclosedWeight: Not disclosedH Pro MSRP $1,499; H Ultra MSRP $1,999 (Ascentiz press release, August 2026)Visit manufacturer site →
MODEL Y (AWN-12)ATOUN Inc. (Panasonic Group company; ATOUN dissolved April 2022)Japan (Nara)Weight: 4.5 kg (10 lb), including battery | Battery Life: Approx. 4 hours typical useNot disclosed at launch; discontinued, company dissolvedVisit manufacturer site →
BES-HVAusha Robotics (Shanghai Ausha Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd. / ULS Robotics)China (Shanghai)Type: Powered Waist (Lower-Back) Exoskeleton | Max Assist Force: Up to 30 kg of lifting assistanceContact Ausha Robotics (ULS Robotics) for pricingVisit manufacturer site →
LiftSuit 2.0Auxivo AGSwitzerland (Schwerzenbach)Weight: Under 0.9 kgNot disclosed, industrial inquiryVisit manufacturer site →
EduExo ProAuxivo AGSwitzerland (Schwerzenbach)Weight: Not disclosed | Degrees of Freedom: 2-DOF shoulder joint and 1-DOF elbow jointEUR 1,490 excl. taxes (Auxivo factsheet); CHF 1,790 (Auxivo webshop, per Exoskeleton Report)Visit manufacturer site →
CarrySuit Upper-Body Load-Carrying Exoskeleton (Switzerland; Reduces Trapezius EMG from 16.1% to 8.8% MVC; Reduces Heart Rate and Perceived Exertion; Peer-Reviewed (Journal of Biomechanics 2023))Auxivo AGSwitzerlandType: Upper-body load-carrying exoskeleton | Middle Trapezius EMG Reduction: 16.1% to 8.8% of MVC (partial eta-squared = 0.74)Contact auxivo.com for pricingVisit manufacturer site →
OmniSuitAuxivo AGSwitzerlandWeight: 2.7 kg (size S/M) | Power Source: passive, no batteries or motorsCHF 2,990 (starting price)Visit manufacturer site →
DeltaSuitAuxivo AGSwitzerlandShoulder Muscle Load Reduction (Power Tool): 33% | Support Torque: up to 6.6 Nm (depending on configuration)CHF 2,290 (starting price)Visit manufacturer site →
Keeogo+B-Temia Inc.CanadaWeight: ~900 g per leg (2 lb)Contact B-Temia for current pricing (personal and clinical configurations)Visit manufacturer site →
InMotion ARMBionik Laboratories Corp.USA (Watertown, Massachusetts) / Canada (Toronto)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable-adjacent Robotic Arm Device, Medical Rehabilitation) | Regulatory Status: FDA clearedNot disclosed, institutional/clinical purchaseVisit manufacturer site →
ARKEBionik Laboratories Corp.USA / CanadaWeight: Not disclosedNot commercially available (clinical-development stage); contact Bionik LaboratoriesVisit manufacturer site →
CarbonhandBioservo Technologies ABSweden (Stockholm)Weight: Approx. 700 g totalNot disclosed; Self-Pay service available in the US since July 2024Visit manufacturer site →
Neural SleeveCionic Inc.USA (Scotts Valley, California)Weight: Not disclosedNot disclosed (see cionic.com ordering page)Visit manufacturer site →
MATE-XTComau S.p.A.ItalyType: Passive, mechanically-powered (no batteries, no motors) | Target Area: Shoulder and upper limb supportNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
MATEComau S.p.A.Italy (Turin)Weight: Approx. 3 kgNot disclosed, industrial inquiryVisit manufacturer site →
MATE-XT GOComau S.p.A.ItalyWeight: Under 3.0 kgContact Comau for current pricing (positioned as more accessible than MATE-XT for SMBs)Visit manufacturer site →
MATE-XT GO Passive Shoulder ExoskeletonComau S.p.A.Italy (Turin)Weight: Under 3 kgNot publicly listed as a fixed price; contact Comau for quote (predecessor MATE-XT historically offered as pre-tax indicative pricing that varies by country)Visit manufacturer site →
Bambini KidsCosmo Robotics Co., Ltd. (ExoAtlet)South KoreaMotors: 8 total, including dedicated ankle motor for dorsiflexion/plantarflexion | Age Range: 2.5-7 years (Bambini Kids); Bambini Teens variant for older childrenContact Cosmo RoboticsVisit manufacturer site →
HAL (Hybrid Assistive Limb) - HAL-LB / HAL-5CYBERDYNE Inc.JapanDetection Method: Bio-electrical signal (BES) sensing via skin-surface electrodes | HAL-5 Weight: 10 kg (battery and control computer waist-mounted)Not disclosed (rental-based medical device model since 2008)Visit manufacturer site →
HAL (Hybrid Assistive Limb) - Lower Limb TypeCYBERDYNE Inc.JapanDetection Method: Bio-electrical signal (BES) sensing via skin-surface electrodes | Coverage: Hip and knee joints (lower limb specific)Not disclosed (rental-based medical device model)Visit manufacturer site →
HAL Lumbar Type for Labor SupportCYBERDYNE Inc.Japan (Tsukuba, Ibaraki)Weight: 3 kgNot disclosed for purchase; rental available in Japan (approx. 158,400-191,400 JPY per 3-month period for related HAL rental programs)Visit manufacturer site →
HAL Lumbar (Care Support)CYBERDYNE Inc.JapanWeight: ~3.0 kgInstitutional rental in Japan (contact Cyberdyne for current rates); EU pricing on requestVisit manufacturer site →
HAL Single JointCYBERDYNE Inc.JapanWeight: ~1.5 kg (assisting unit)Contact Cyberdyne for current pricing (institutional rental in Japan; EU pricing on request)Visit manufacturer site →
HAL Lumbar Type for Labor Support (LB06)CYBERDYNE Inc.Japan (Tsukuba)Back profile: 65% thinner than the previous model; fits under a jacket | Sensing: Detects bioelectrical signals (BES) on skin to assist motion according to wearer's intentRental and purchase available; contact CYBERDYNE salesVisit manufacturer site →
SidekickDephyUSAWeight: 1.4 kg (3.1 lb) per side, including battery$4,500Visit manufacturer site →
ExoBoot (EB60)Dephy, Inc.USA (Maynard, Massachusetts)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable, Powered, Ankle, Research/Military) | Actuation: Brushless DC motor, belt-drive transmission, rigid shank mountNot disclosed; research/institutional pricing (approx. 15000-25000 per unit range reported by third parties, not confirmed on manufacturer site)Visit manufacturer site →
CDYB-FitDL Crimson Dynamics Technology Co., Ltd.ChinaTotal Weight: 850 grams | Maximum Back Muscle Assistance: 21 KgfNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
CDYB-EPDL Crimson Dynamics Technology Co., Ltd.ChinaTotal Weight: 2.4 kg | Power Source: Passive, no power requiredNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
CDYSDL Crimson Dynamics Technology Co., Ltd.ChinaTotal Weight: 2.6 kg | Carbon Fiber Frame Weight: 1.9 kgNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
CDYS-S2DL Crimson Dynamics Technology Co., Ltd.ChinaWeight: 2.3 kg | Applicable Height Range: 165-190 cmNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
X1 (Carbon / Carbon Pro / Lite)DNSYS (Beijing)China (Beijing)Weight: 1.6 kg (mechanical, Carbon Pro); 1.6-2.2 kg fully kitted per independent measurement | Range: 15 km (Carbon, 1 battery), 30 km (Carbon Pro, 2 batteries)599-1899 (Lite to Carbon Pro tiers)Visit manufacturer site →
Dnsys Z1DNSYS (Dnsys Technology)ChinaWeight: Dual Joint: 680 g per leg; Dual Joint Pro: 640 g per leg | Battery Life: Dual Joint: 15 km (one Plus Battery); Pro: 30 km (two batteries)Dual Joint $1,299; Dual Joint Pro $1,999 (dnsys.ai)Visit manufacturer site →
EksoNREkso Bionics Holdings, Inc.USAWeight: Approximately 20 kg (device only)Not disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
Ekso Indego PersonalEkso Bionics Holdings, Inc.USAWeight: 31 lbs (14 kg) - lightest commercial exoskeleton availableCMS Medicare payment level: $94,617 (per HCPCS code K1007, effective April 2024); also available via VA at no cost to qualified veteransVisit manufacturer site →
EVO (Ekso EVO / EksoWorks)Ekso Bionics Holdings, Inc.USAWeight: Lighter than predecessor EksoVest (9.5 lbs); exact weight not disclosedNot disclosed for EVO (predecessor EksoVest retailed around $7,000)Visit manufacturer site →
Ekso Indego TherapyEkso Bionics Holdings, Inc.USA (San Rafael, California)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable, Powered, Lower Body, Medical Rehabilitation) | Design: Modular, 5 interconnecting components, quick-adjust fittingNot disclosed, institutional/clinical purchaseVisit manufacturer site →
EksoUE (Ekso Upper Extremity)Ekso Bionics Holdings, Inc.USA (San Rafael, California)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable, Passive, Upper Body/Shoulder Support, Industrial) | Power: None; fully passive, spring-based mechanismNot disclosed, industrial/enterprise pricingVisit manufacturer site →
Hapo UPErgoSanté (Hapo)FranceWeight: 4.12 lbsEUR 3,500 excl. tax (Hapo site)Visit manufacturer site →
ExoBeltExoAtlant (spin-off of ExoAtlet, Skolkovo resident)RussiaWeight: 3 kgContact manufacturerVisit manufacturer site →
Guardian XT Teleoperated Dexterous Robot (USA; 200lb/90kg Manipulation; Dual-Arm; SenSuit Motion Capture; Salt Lake City; Company Renamed Palladyne AI 2024)Formerly Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corporation (now Palladyne AI Corp.)USAManipulation Capacity: 200 lb (90 kg) | End Effectors: 3 degrees of freedomNo longer commercially offered (company pivoted to software in 2024)Visit manufacturer site →
ArmMotus M2 ProFourier (formerly Fourier Intelligence)China (Shanghai) / SingaporeWeight: Not disclosedNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
FREE Walk Lower-Limb Rehabilitation ExoskeletonFREE Bionics Taiwan Inc.TaiwanWeight: 20 kg80,000 EUR (personal-use configuration)Visit manufacturer site →
Apogee UltraGerman Bionic Systems GmbHGermanyMax Dynamic Lifting Support: 80 lbs / 36 kg | Lift Load Reduction Example: 70 lb lift feels like 8.8-11 lbs (lower back)Not disclosed (lower-tier Apogee+ exoskeleton priced at $9,900, per Engadget)Visit manufacturer site →
ExiaGerman Bionic Systems GmbHGermany (Augsburg) / USA (New York)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable, Powered, Full-Body Lift Support, Industrial) | Max Dynamic Lift Assistance: Up to 38 kg (84 lb) per movementNot disclosed, RaaS/SaaS subscription modelVisit manufacturer site →
Apogee+ Powered Exoskeleton for Healthcare (Germany; 66lb/30kg Back Relief per Lift; IP54; Closed Patient-Safe Design; Berlin; CES 2024 Best of Innovation)German Bionic Systems GmbHGermanyBack Relief per Lift: Up to 66 lb (30 kg) | Protection Rating: IP54 (dust and waterproof)$9,900Visit manufacturer site →
Cray XGerman Bionic Systems GmbHGermanyLifting support: Up to 30 kg (66 lb) per lifting movement | Walking assistance: Active leg support, fifth generationContact manufacturer (Robotics-as-a-Service from approx. 699 EUR/month)Visit manufacturer site →
S700 Shoulder Exoskeleton (Germany; Passive Spring Assistance; Up to 15kg Additional Strength; Adjustable 1-5kg/Arm; Available Since Oct 2024)German Bionic Systems GmbH (Exoiq)GermanyType: Passive, spring-based (no batteries/motors) | Support Level: Up to 15 kg additional strength (adjustable, ~1-5kg per arm per source)Contact exoiq.com for pricingVisit manufacturer site →
HANKGogoa Mobility Robots, S.L.Spain (Urretxu, Gipuzkoa)Weight: Approx. 12 kg, including battery pack | Degrees of Freedom: 6 motorized (bilateral hip, knee, ankle)Not disclosed, institutional/clinical purchaseVisit manufacturer site →
Awaist Lumbar Assist ExoskeletonGuangzhou Shipeng Technology Co., LtdChinaMaximum Carrying Capacity: 60 kg | Self Weight: 2.3 kgNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
Smart Walking Assist ExoskeletonGuangzhou Shipeng Technology Co., LtdChinaWeight: approximately 3.0 kg | Battery Life: single battery approximately 4 hours, standby over 8 hoursNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
Aload-HGuangzhou Shipeng Technology Co., LtdChinaMaximum Load Capacity: 110 kg | Self Weight: 5.5 kgNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
AarmGuangzhou Shipeng Technology Co., LtdChinaSelf Weight: 1.9 kg | Single-Arm Power Assist: 4-10 kgNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
Aload-LGuangzhou Shipeng Technology Co., LtdChinaMaximum Load Capacity: 70 kg | Self Weight: 4.2 kgNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
Awaist-LLGuangzhou Shipeng Technology Co., LtdChinaWeight: approximately 0.95 kg | Back Power Efficiency: 30%Not disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
ALoad-LQGuangzhou Shipeng Technology Co., LtdChinaMaximum Load Capacity: 15 kg | Rated Load Capacity: 8 kgNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
Haier W3 (RHWB-W3U9)Haier Smart Home Co., Ltd.Qingdao, ChinaWeight: 1.75 kg main structure, excluding batteryRMB 15,999 (approx. US$2,200)Visit manufacturer site →
RoboCT UGO Lower Limb Rehabilitation ExoskeletonHangzhou RoboCT Technology Development Co., Ltd.China (Hangzhou / Harbin)Sensors: 38 sensors for precise movement tracking | Actuation: Four-joint motors providing gait supportContact RoboCT for a quote; models UGO210 and UGO220 availableVisit manufacturer site →
AsExo-TK1000 "Tashan" Hip-Assist ExoskeletonHangzhou Zhiyuan Research Institute (China North Industries Group / Norinco subsidiary)Hangzhou, ChinaWeight: 2.7 kg9,800 yuan (approx. $1,400)Visit manufacturer site →
AsExo-TK2000 Hip-Assist Exoskeleton (Upgraded)Hangzhou Zhiyuan Research Institute (China North Industries Group / Norinco subsidiary)Hangzhou, ChinaWeight: 2.4 kgContact Hangzhou Zhiyuan Research Institute for a quoteVisit manufacturer site →
hapo BACKHapoFranceWeight: 1.1 kg (+/- 50 g)EUR 1,999.00 (excl. tax)Visit manufacturer site →
hapo NECKHapoFranceWeight: 0.350 kg (+/- 50 g)EUR 534.00 (excl. tax)Visit manufacturer site →
hapo HDHapoFranceWeight: 1.13 kgEUR 1,069.00 (excl. tax)Visit manufacturer site →
Hapo BRHapoFranceWeight: 0.885 kg (T1), 0.965 kg (T2), 1.1 kg (T3) | Dimensions: 50 cm L x 12 cm H, width 40 to 54 cm by sizeEUR 2996Visit manufacturer site →
Apex 2HeroWear LLCUSA (Nashville, Tennessee)Weight: 3.4 lb (1.5 kg)1199-4999 (individual units up to Founder's Bundle); Exo-as-a-Service from under 99/month per user at scaleVisit manufacturer site →
Apex 2 Back-Assist ExosuitHeroWear LLCUSA (Nashville, Tennessee)Weight: Approximately 1.4-1.5 kg (3 lb)$1,199-$4,999 depending on package (individual suit) in the US; typically under $2,500 outside the US; Exo-as-a-Service subscription starting below $99/user/month for enterprise deploymentsVisit manufacturer site →
EXO-S Shoulder Exoskeleton (Liechtenstein/Germany; 2.4kg Weight; Passive Spring-Based Support; Two Sizes (Bicep <=40cm / >40cm); Sold via Hilti)Hilti Corporation (exoskeleton developed with Ottobock)Liechtenstein (Hilti) / Germany (Ottobock, technology partner)Weight: 2.4 kgContact hilti.com for pricingVisit manufacturer site →
Plum'HMT (Human Mechanical Technologies)FranceWeight: 1.6 kgContact HMT France for current pricingVisit manufacturer site →
Armeo SpringHocoma AG (DIH Medical Group)Switzerland (Volketswil)Degrees of Freedom: 6 (arm orthosis workspace)Not disclosed, institutional/clinical purchaseVisit manufacturer site →
Andago V2.0Hocoma AG (DIH Medical Group)Switzerland (Volketswil)Battery Life: Approx. 8 hours of therapy per charge, recharges overnightNot disclosed, institutional/clinical purchase, pre-tax pricing on requestVisit manufacturer site →
ErigoProHocoma AG (DIH Medical Group)Switzerland (Volketswil)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable-adjacent Robotic Tilt Table, Medical Rehabilitation) | Verticalization Range: Up to 90 degreesNot disclosed, institutional/clinical purchaseVisit manufacturer site →
Walking Assist Device (Stride Management)Honda Motor Co., Ltd.JapanWeight: Approximately 6 lbs including battery (Honda, 2013)Lease in Japan (2015 announcement): 45,000 yen per month, 36-month contractVisit manufacturer site →
BionicBack Passive Back-Support Exoskeleton (Germany; 1.2-1.3kg Weight; Up to 30% Back Strain Reduction; Up to 86% Muscle Fatigue Reduction; AGR Seal Certified; Horb am Neckar)hTRIUS GmbHGermanyWeight: 1.2-1.3 kg (2.9 lb)Contact htrius.com for pricingVisit manufacturer site →
XoMotionHuman in Motion Robotics Inc.Canada (Vancouver)Weight: Not disclosedNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
CareExo LiftHUNIC GmbHGermanyPower Source: passive mechanical, no motor or battery | Back Muscle Force Support: 30% during patient mobilizationNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
Hypershell X ProHypershell - Shanghai Jike Technology Co., Ltd.ChinaCategory: Exoskeleton (wearable, powered, lower limb, consumer outdoor) | Net Weight: 2 kg (excluding battery and AeroFlex Kit)Not disclosed (varies by regional store)Visit manufacturer site →
Hypershell X GoHypershell - Shanghai Jike Technology Co., Ltd.China (Shanghai)Weight: 2 kg foldable, 2.5 kg total with battery | Range: 15 km per battery (Eco mode)$699 (list $999)Visit manufacturer site →
Hypershell X CarbonHypershell - Shanghai Jike Technology Co., Ltd.China (Shanghai)Weight: 1.8 kg foldable, 2.6 kg total | Range: 17.5 km per battery, 2 batteries included$1,299 (list $1,799)Visit manufacturer site →
Hypershell X Ultra SHypershell - Shanghai Jike Technology Co., Ltd.ChinaRange: Up to 30 km per battery, ships with two batteries$1,999Visit manufacturer site →
Hypershell X Max SHypershell - Shanghai Jike Technology Co., Ltd.ChinaRange: Up to 30 km on a single battery$1,499Visit manufacturer site →
Hypershell X Pro SHypershell - Shanghai Jike Technology Co., Ltd.ChinaRange: Up to 17.5 km standard range$999Visit manufacturer site →
Hyundai X-ble ShoulderHyundai Motor Company and Kia Corporation (Robotics LAB)Seoul, South KoreaWeight: Approx. 1.9 kgContact Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LABVisit manufacturer site →
X-ble MEXHyundai Motor Group (Robotics LAB)South KoreaWeight: 20 kg (Hyundai news release, October 2024); Hyundai's 2023 article cites 18 kgNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
VEX (Vest Exoskeleton)Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LABSouth KoreaWeight: 2.8 kgContact manufacturerVisit manufacturer site →
CEX (Chairless Exoskeleton)Hyundai Motor Group Robotics LABSouth KoreaWeight: 1.6 kgContact manufacturerVisit manufacturer site →
Muscle Suit EveryInnophys Co., Ltd.Japan (Tokyo)Weight: 3.8 kg (8.4 lb)JPY 150,000 incl. tax at the November 2019 launch (Innophys press release, March 2020)Visit manufacturer site →
Japet.W (formerly Atlas)Japet Medical DevicesFrance (Paris)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable, Powered, Lumbar/Back Support) | Power: Battery-powered, artificial-muscle-based actuationNot disclosed, inquiryVisit manufacturer site →
J-PAS AbleJTEKT CorporationJapanWeight: approx. 2 kg (main unit), approx. 3 kg with accessories | Runtime: approx. 4 hours under standard work conditionsNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
Laevo FLEXLaevo B.V.Netherlands (Schiedam)Weight: 2.5 to 4 kg depending on model and size (Laevo exoskeletons)Not disclosed; quote on request, 2-week test period offeredVisit manufacturer site →
Laevo V2Laevo B.V.Netherlands (Schiedam)Weight: 2.5 to 4 kg depending on model and size (Laevo exoskeletons)Not disclosed; quote on requestVisit manufacturer site →
AIRFRAMELevitate Technologies Inc.USAWeight: Lightweight (exact figure not disclosed)Approximately $4,000-6,000 (2019-era pricing, per Motor magazine)Visit manufacturer site →
CLOi SuitBotLG Electronics Inc.South KoreaWeight: Not disclosedNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
ROBERTLife Science Robotics ApSDenmarkWeight: N/A (stationary cart-mounted system)Not disclosed; contact Life Science RoboticsVisit manufacturer site →
ReWalk 6.0 (ReWalk Personal)Lifeward Ltd. (formerly ReWalk Robotics)USA/IsraelHeight Range: 160-190 cm | Weight Capacity: Up to 100 kgCovered by Medicare (Medicare brace benefit category, effective January 1, 2024); direct purchase price not disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
ReWalk 7Lifeward Ltd. (formerly ReWalk Robotics)USA (Massachusetts) / Israel (Yokneam Ilit)Weight: Not disclosedNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
ONYXLockheed Martin Corporation (powered by B-TEMIA Dermoskeleton technology)USACoverage: Lower body (hips to feet) | Actuators: Electro-mechanical knee actuatorsNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
FORTISLockheed Martin Corporation (sales/support licensed to ROBRADY design)USA (Bethesda, Maryland)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable, Passive, Industrial Tool Support) | Power: None; fully passive, mechanical load transfer to groundNot disclosed; licensed for sale through ROBRADY designVisit manufacturer site →
Atlas 2030Marsi Bionics S.L.Spain (Rivas-Vaciamadrid)Weight: Not disclosed | Battery Life: Not disclosedNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
Tek RMD M1Matia MobilityTurkeyMax Speed: 3.5 mphContact Matia Mobility (device requires custom fitting by certified Assistive Technology Professional)Visit manufacturer site →
HandTutorMediTouch Ltd.Israel (Netanya)Weight: Not disclosedNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
rakunieMORITA HOLDINGS CORPORATIONJapanWeight: approximately 250 g | Materials: nylon, polyurethane, polyether, polypropylene, polyacetalNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
Motus HandMotus Nova, LLCUSA (Atlanta, Georgia)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable, Powered, Hand/Arm Rehabilitation, Medical) | Actuation: Pneumatic air-muscle actuator, active assist and resistNot disclosed; billed through insurance including MedicareVisit manufacturer site →
MyoPro 2 Motion GMyomo, Inc.USA (Boston, Massachusetts)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable, Powered, Medical/Rehabilitation, NOT construction-industry) | Regulatory Status: FDA Class II, 510(k)-exempt, registered medical deviceNot disclosed; billed through insurance/Medicare (HCPCS code L8702)Visit manufacturer site →
MyosuitMyoSwiss AGSwitzerlandWeight: About 5.5-5.7 kgContact manufacturerVisit manufacturer site →
NEOFECT Smart GloveNEOFECT Co., Ltd.South Korea (Yongin) / USACategory: Exoskeleton (Wearable Sensor Glove, Medical Rehabilitation) | Regulatory Status: FDA clearedNot disclosed; typically billed through insurance/DME channelsVisit manufacturer site →
JaipurBeltNewndra Innovations Pvt LtdIndiaWeight: 1.6-1.8 kgContact manufacturer (price not publicly disclosed)Visit manufacturer site →
ArmMaxNewndra Innovations Pvt LtdIndiaWeight: 1.8-3.6 kgContact manufacturer (price not publicly disclosed)Visit manufacturer site →
ALEx RS Robotic Upper-Limb Rehabilitation Exoskeleton (Italy; CE Class IIa Medical Device; Tendon-Actuated Transmission; Seat-Belt Patient Securing; Pisa)Nexum Robotics (medical division of Wearable Robotics Srl)ItalyClassification: CE Class IIa medical device | Actuation: Tendon-actuated transmission systemContact nexumrobotics.it for pricingVisit manufacturer site →
Chairless Chair 2.0noonee AGSwitzerland (Zurich)Weight: 3.0 kg2190-2400 EURVisit manufacturer site →
Nuada GloveNuada Lda.Portugal (Braga)Weight: Less than 300 gNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
Paexo BackOttobockGermanyWeight: Approximately 4 kgTest packages from EUR 4,900 (per Ottobock's original launch program); leasing and purchase options also availableVisit manufacturer site →
C-BraceOttobock SE & Co. KGaAGermany (Duderstadt)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable, Powered, Knee-Ankle-Foot Orthosis, Medical) | Technology: Mechatronic Stance and Swing Phase Control Orthosis (SSCO), microprocessor sensor-controlledNot disclosed, custom-fitted, insurance/clinical billingVisit manufacturer site →
Paexo NeckOttobock SE & Co. KGaAGermany (Duderstadt)Weight: 149 gNot disclosed, industrial inquiryVisit manufacturer site →
Paexo ThumbOttobock SE & Co. KGaAGermany (Duderstadt)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable, Passive, Hand/Thumb Support, Industrial) | Power: None; fully passive, mechanical support structureFrom 99 EURVisit manufacturer site →
Paexo ShoulderOttobock SE & Co. KGaAGermanyWeight: 1.9 kgContact Ottobock for current pricingVisit manufacturer site →
IX Back AirOttobock SE & Co. KGaA (SUITX by Ottobock)GermanyWeight: About 3 kg (just under 3 kg)Not disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
G-EO SystemReha Technology AGSwitzerlandMax Speed: 2.3 km/hContact Reha Technology / distributor for current pricingVisit manufacturer site →
TWINRehab Technologies IIT-INAIL (Istituto Italiano di Tecnologia / INAIL Prosthetic Center)ItalyWeight: Not disclosedNot commercially available (research/clinical prototype); industrialization pathway in development, contact IITVisit manufacturer site →
Reudyn Hip X26ReudynChina (Shenzhen)Category: Hip-assist consumer exoskeleton | Control approach: Movement-intent recognition and gait sensing with adaptive assistance control, no manual mode-switching requiredNot yet disclosed; commercial launch planned September 2026Visit manufacturer site →
ReStore Soft Exo-SuitReWalk Robotics (now Lifeward Ltd.)USA (Marlborough, Massachusetts) / Israel (Yokneam Illit)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable, Powered, Soft Exo-Suit, Medical) | Components: Actuator assembly, calf wrap assembly, shoe insole, waist pack control unit28900 (launch price)Visit manufacturer site →
REXREX Bionics LtdNew ZealandWeight: ~38 kg (84 lb)Contact REX Bionics for current pricing (clinical REX and personal REX P configurations)Visit manufacturer site →
ForgeRoam Robotics, Inc.USA (San Francisco, California)Battery Life: Approx. 4-6 hours continuous useNot publicly available; government/defense contractsVisit manufacturer site →
AscendRoam Robotics, Inc.USA (San Francisco, California)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable, Powered, Knee Support) | Actuation: Pneumatic (air-powered), soft fabric-basedNot disclosed, inquiry via ascend.healthVisit manufacturer site →
GoGo ExoskeletonRoboCTChinaWeight: 2.3 kg per side (excluding battery) | Battery Life: 5 hours (hot-swappable)Not disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
GoGo Exoskeleton Series (China; 2.3kg/side; 25km Range; Multi-Mode AI-Powered; Walk/Stand-Sit/Cadence/Swing Assist; Hangzhou; CES 2026)RoboCTChinaWeight: 2.3 kg per side (excluding battery)Not publicly disclosed (CES 2026 debut)Visit manufacturer site →
GEMS-H (Gait Enhancing and Motivating System - Hip)Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (Samsung Advanced Institute of Technology)South Korea (Suwon)Weight: 2.1 kgNot disclosed for retail sale; early Samsung estimates cited 4.5-8.95 million KRW (approx. 4,500-8,950 USD) for a related consumer GEMS device conceptVisit manufacturer site →
Guardian XO (Full-Body)Sarcos Technology and Robotics Corp. (now Palladyne AI)USAMax Payload: 200 lbs (90.7 kg)Not disclosed (full-service lease model available)Visit manufacturer site →
Seismic Powered SuitSeismic (formerly Superflex)USA (Menlo Park, California)Weight: Not disclosed | Battery Life: Up to 10 hours per charge, enough for an 8-hour shiftNot disclosed (preorder listed on the Seismic site)Visit manufacturer site →
X2 (ExoMotus-X2)Shanghai Fourier Intelligence Co., Ltd.Singapore / China (Shanghai)Degrees of Freedom: 4 active (bilateral hip and knee), 2 passive (ankle, torsional spring)Not disclosed, institutional/clinical inquiryVisit manufacturer site →
ExoMotus M4 Lower-Limb Gait Training ExoskeletonShanghai Fourier Intelligence Co., Ltd.Shanghai, ChinaExoskeleton Weight: 40 kg | Support Frame Weight: 100 kgContact Fourier Intelligence for a quoteVisit manufacturer site →
Ant-H1 Pro Walking Assist ExoskeletonShenzhen Kenqing Technology Co., Ltd.Shenzhen, ChinaWeight: Approx. 2.3 kg | Max Speed: Up to 11 km/hRMB 17,000 official retail price (JD.com)Visit manufacturer site →
Ant-Y20 Lumbar Support ExoskeletonShenzhen Kenqing Technology Co., Ltd.China (Shenzhen)Assist Type: Lumbar (lower back) support | Lifting Assistance: 20+ kg smart assistanceContact Kenqing TechnologyVisit manufacturer site →
BEAR-A1 Lower-Limb Rehabilitation ExoskeletonShenzhen MileBot Robotics Technology Co., Ltd.China (Shenzhen, manufacturing in Hengshui, Hebei)Category: Medical Rehabilitation Exoskeleton (Class II device, China) | Assisted Joints: Hip and knee, bilateralContact manufacturerVisit manufacturer site →
WASSI Smart Walking Trainer (China; Self-Navigating; Real-Time Vital Monitoring; Emergency Seat Deploy; Shenzhen)Shenzhen UBTECH Robotics Corp LtdChinaNavigation: Autonomous self-delivery to user and auto-return for charging | Monitoring: Real-time physical/vital monitoring during trainingPOA (contact ubtrobot.com)Visit manufacturer site →
Skelex 360-XFRSkelex B.V.Netherlands (Rotterdam)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable, Passive, Shoulder/Arm Support, Industrial) | Power: None; fully passive, spring-based force generationNot disclosed, industrial inquiryVisit manufacturer site →
Skelex EdgeSkelex B.V.NetherlandsWeight: 0.95 kg | Support Force: Up to 100 kg peak force capacityEUR 915Visit manufacturer site →
IronhandSkelex B.V. (technology originally developed by Bioservo Technologies; rights transferred to Skelex, June 2024)Netherlands (Skelex) / Sweden (original developer, Bioservo)Weight: Under 3 kgNot disclosed, inquiryVisit manufacturer site →
MO/GOSkip (spun out of Google X), in collaboration with Arc'teryxUSA (San Francisco Bay Area)Weight: Not disclosedPre-order via Skip's site; press reported a regular price of US$5,000 (2024)Visit manufacturer site →
V22 ErgoSkeleton (USA; Fully Passive; 1.33kg/2.95lbs; No Motors/Sensors; OSHA/NIOSH Reminder; StrongArm Technologies; Since 2008)StrongArm Technologies, Inc.USAWeight: 2.95 lbs (1.33 kg)POA (contact strongarmtech.com)Visit manufacturer site →
IX SHOULDER AIRSUITX by OttobockGermany (Duderstadt) / USA (Emeryville, California)Weight: 2.4 kg (4.9 lb)2900 EURVisit manufacturer site →
IX BACK VOLTONSUITX by OttobockGermany (Duderstadt) / USA (Emeryville, California)Weight: 5.7 kg with battery (some sources cite approx. 10 lb / 4.5 kg) | Battery Life: Up to 8-10 hours (full shift)Not disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
SUITX by Ottobock ShoulderX V3SUITX by Ottobock (formerly US Bionics / suitX)USAWeight: 7.4 lb (3.4 kg)$5,000Visit manufacturer site →
Sumbu Exo-S3 / S3 Pro / S3 Ultra Consumer Exoskeleton (USA; Dual-Vector Drive; AI Intent Recognition; $1199-$1999; CES 2026; Founded 2025)SumbuUSADrive: Dual-vector power design (proprietary planetary gear motor) | Efficiency Gain: 20% movement efficiency improvement (per manufacturer)$1,199 (S3) / $1,499 (S3 Pro) / $1,999 (S3 Ultra)Visit manufacturer site →
Exo-S3SumbuUSAPower System: Proprietary planetary gear motor with dual-vector power design | AI Control: Human-Intent Recognition AI automatically switches modes for walking, stairs and cyclingExo-S3 $1,199; Exo-S3 Pro $1,499; Exo-S3 Ultra $1,999 (available from June 2026)Visit manufacturer site →
Trexo PlusTrexo Robotics Inc.CanadaWeight: Not disclosedTrexo Home: subscription/rental model; Trexo Plus (clinical): contact Trexo Robotics for pricingVisit manufacturer site →
AMADEOTyromotion GmbHAustria (Graz)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable-adjacent Robotic Device, Hand Rehabilitation, Medical) | Training Target: Individual fingers, thumb, or whole handNot disclosed, institutional/clinical purchaseVisit manufacturer site →
DiegoTyromotion GmbHAustria (Graz)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable-adjacent Robotic Device, Arm Rehabilitation, Medical) | Training Focus: Shoulder-arm, both proximal and distal trainingNot disclosed, institutional/clinical purchaseVisit manufacturer site →
VIATRIXULS Robotics Co., Ltd. (Shanghai ULS Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.)China (Shanghai)Category: Exoskeleton (wearable, powered, hip assist, consumer sports) | Joint Architecture: FLOAT360 floating hip jointCNY 6,799 (flagship), CNY 7,899 (colored-shell edition), ULS siteVisit manufacturer site →
FIT-HV PROULS Robotics Co., Ltd. (Shanghai ULS Intelligent Technology Co., Ltd.)China (Shanghai)Degrees of Freedom: 4Not disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
SafeLiftVerve Motion, Inc.USA (Cambridge, Massachusetts)Category: Exoskeleton (Wearable, Powered, Back/Lift Support) | Assistive Force: Up to 240 NNot disclosed; subscription-based, contact for local pricingVisit manufacturer site →
π6 Pocket-Sized AI Exoskeleton (China; 1.9kg; 800W/16Nm; Dual-Camera Terrain AI; 30ms Response; 40km Range; CES 2026; Launch Jun 2026)VIGXChinaWeight: Under 1.9 kg (folded to umbrella size)Estimated around $1,000 (region-dependent; not officially confirmed at CES)Visit manufacturer site →
Atalante XWandercraft SASFrancePowered Joints: 12 (hips, knees, ankles) | Balance: Fully self-balancing, hands-free (no crutches/walker required)Not disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
EveWandercraft SASFrance (Paris)Weight: Not disclosedNot disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
WIM SWIRoboticsSeoul, South KoreaWeight: 1.6 kgContact manufacturerVisit manufacturer site →
WIMWIRobotics (Singybotics Co., Ltd.)South Korea (Yongin)Weight: 1.6 kg including battery and fastener | Battery Life: 2 hours of continuous use (per Exoskeleton Report)Not disclosedVisit manufacturer site →
Xtand Orion Intelligent Patella Strap (Pro)Xtand (MeBotX)ChinaWeight: 57 g$91.00 (Pro, list $129.00)Visit manufacturer site →

Frequently asked questions

What is a exoskeleton?
Industrial exoskeletons are judged on injury reduction and on whether workers keep wearing them after the trial week. Medical exoskeletons are judged on clinical outcomes and reimbursement. A device left in a locker returns nothing.
Are there exoskeletons for sale right now?
Yes. This page lists 164 exoskeletons from 103 manufacturers, most sold or ordered direct. A handful of specialist and defense oriented models are quote only or program based rather than an instant checkout, that is noted on the individual listing.
What is the best exoskeleton to start with?
There is no single best exoskeleton, it depends on the job. The comparison table above lines up 5 real options side by side, from Dnsys Z1 to Hapo UP, so you can match specifications to your actual task instead of a marketing claim.
How much does a exoskeleton cost?
Real prices on this page run from 2,000 euros to $94,000, depending on the model and what it is built to do. See the comparison table above or the full list below for exact figures by manufacturer, not a vague estimate.
Can I rent or lease a exoskeleton instead of buying?
Some manufacturers in this category offer direct rental or lease terms. For the rest, J2R can help broker a short term hire or lease arrangement with the manufacturer or an approved reseller.
How long does a exoskeleton take to pay back?
Returns come from fewer strain injuries, lower absenteeism and keeping experienced workers in the job longer. Evidence is strongest for passive devices on specific tasks such as overhead work; buy for one task at a time, measured, not for a whole site.
How is a exoskeleton usually sold?
Purchase, rental, pilot programmes. Compare buy, lease and RaaS prices in the J2R 100 Robot Price Index.