"Earlier this year at IFA 2025, amidst all the smart home innovations, I also got a refreshing demo at the Berlin tradeshow that hasn't left my mind since I returned home. I wore the Hypershell X Ultra exoskeleton on the ground to test its capabilities. I wasn't prepared for what to expect or for how it would impact my walking abilities, but I was curious to know how it would feel to have my legs powered by an external force."
"Setting up the Hypershell X Ultra Wearing the Hypershell X Ultra requires fiddling with straps and adjusting the fit through a belt, which is really hard to move. I had a prototype unit for a demo, and Hypershell says they are working on making it easier for consumers to adjust the belt size. Once done, it stayed in place (with minor strap adjustments every few hours) for my workday."
"The X Ultra exoskeleton weighs 2kg (battery included). I was skeptical about being bothered by the battery's weight, but it didn't trouble me at all. I was comfortable wearing it for the next six hours. Hypershell has packed its flagship offering with over a dozen sensors and two M-One Ultra Motors to generate 1000 watts of power. For reference, this is more than any other Hypershell exoskeleton."
Wearing the Hypershell X Ultra requires adjusting multiple straps and a stiff belt; the prototype required occasional strap tweaks but the company plans easier consumer adjustments. The unit weighs 2 kg including the battery and remained comfortable during a six-hour demo. Hypershell equipped the flagship with over a dozen sensors and two M-One Ultra Motors that produce 1000 watts, exceeding other Hypershell models. The base X Go delivers 400W for $900 and the X Pro delivers 800W for $1,200. The X Ultra claims up to a 20% reduction in physical exertion while walking and retails for $1,999 aimed at active users.
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