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Gizmodo tests the Hypershell Halo, a hiking exoskeleton that adds knee-level motors, cushioning for descents, and a sit-to-stand feature, aiming to help people with mobility issues as well as healthy hikers. It’s more feature-rich than earlier models but remains bulky, requires several minutes of fitting, and carries a $2,300 preorder price, with Halo pitched as for everyone at IFA 2026.
A CNET reviewer wore Hypershell’s X Ultra S robotic exoskeleton on a Grand Canyon climb and a two‑mile rim hike, reaching about 12,000 steps without his cane. The five‑pound, battery‑backed device attaches at the hips and is app‑controlled with Eco, Hyper, Transparent, and Fitness modes plus an auto-detect feature. It lightweightens leg movement and extends endurance but isn’t a miracle or cure, simply augmenting existing fitness. The reviewer noted no back pain the day after, though results vary by terrain and elevation. The X Ultra S costs about $1,999 (with other models priced differently), making it a tool for regular exercisers seeking incremental gains rather than a magic fix.
A first look at Hypershell's X Ultra S, a $2,000 motorized exoskeleton for hikers that uses dual hip motors (up to 1,000W) and the HyperIntuition AI to adjust assistance in real time, helping on climbs and soft terrain while requiring manual mode changes for descents and uneven ground; controlled via a mobile app with Boost mode, it delivers about 18 miles of typical-range battery life, carries safety risks if not disengaged, and signals AI moving from analysis to physical output—still early and not perfectly seamless.
A CNET tester evaluated whether the Hypershell X Ultra S exoskeleton worn on a regular bike could match the boost of an e-bike. Over three rides—unassisted, in about 50% Hyper mode, and on an e-bike for comparison—the author found little difference in speed or heart rate, with comfort issues and the exoskeleton’s shifting battery hindering performance. The device adds weight and isn’t consistently effective, so for most riders an e-bike remains the easier upgrade. The exoskeleton could help a returning cyclist with a suitable bike, but it isn’t a true replacement for an e-bike, and the product is priced around $1,999. Results may vary with training and setup.
Hypershell debuts three slimmer S-series exoskeletons—X Pro S, Max S, and Ultra S—boosting athletic performance with AI motion-detection that reduces response delay; they deliver up to 1,000W, 22N of torque, and up to 15 mph, with Ultra S offering an 18‑mile range and swappable batteries. The company emphasizes they are not medical devices, and users should still plan for extra batteries on long trips.