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Ekso EVO

Reduce arm/shoulder effort in overhead industrial work

Keep in mind Mechanical passive assistance is explicit; no powered-motor or smart-sensor functionality claimed.

Ottobock IX BACK AIR

Passive lower-back support during manual work

Keep in mind Specialized professional product; specifications are manufacturer documentation, not our independent performance test.

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Ekso EVO versus Ottobock IX BACK AIR
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Ekso EVO - Manufacturer photograph of physical Ekso EVO hardware.
Wearable robotics · Ekso BionicsEkso EVOProfessional
Ottobock IX BACK AIR - Original manufacturer product imagery.
Wearable robotics · SUITX by OttobockOttobock IX BACK AIRProfessional
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Designed forReduce arm/shoulder effort in overhead industrial work ↗Passive lower-back support during manual work ↗
Form factorPassive upper-body exoskeleton ↗Passive back exoskeleton ↗
ControlsIndependent shoulder toggle switches ↗Not verified
Power & outputNo batteries, charging or electrical supply ↗Passive; no powered actuation ↗
WeightNot verifiedLess than 3 kg ↗
SupportDecoupled left/right shoulder support ↗Not applicable to this category
StructurePatented stacked-link arm structure ↗Not applicable to this category
MovementTorso twisting/bending and elbow/arm movement ↗Not applicable to this category
FitMinimal body contact without shoulder straps ↗Not applicable to this category
Harness CompatibilityLeaves space for a fall harness ↗Not applicable to this category
Lifting AssistanceNot applicable to this categoryUp to 15 kg of lower-back relief claimed by manufacturer ↗
UseNot applicable to this categoryManual handling and logistics ↗
AvailabilityManufacturer describes commercially offered passive hardware; configured purchase price not verified.Manufacturer documentation checked; local stock, final checkout and destination delivery not verified.
Important context
  • Mechanical passive assistance is explicit; no powered-motor or smart-sensor functionality claimed.
  • Occupational suitability and fitting depend on task and wearer.
  • Specialized professional product; specifications are manufacturer documentation, not our independent performance test.
Editorial pick & release#10 · Our Top 10 Wearable roboticsRelease date not verifiedFirst retail releaseNo editorial ranking recorded
EvidenceManufacturer source Checked 2026-10-13Manufacturer source Checked 2026-10-13

Battery claims use different conditions and are not a controlled benchmark. “Not verified” is an evidence gap, not a missing feature. Prices are dated regional snapshots. Deposits, bundles and historical launch prices are labelled. Brightness measurement methods and battery workloads vary by manufacturer.