I just got this product. It seems to be quite marvelous. I got it as an aid for a family member who has trouble walking. It will require a little training, but I’m optimistic. A warning for prospective buyers. It does NOT come with a charger! I think this is inexcusable, but there is an easy fix. Be sure to purchase (separately) a 65W charger block. If you try to use the device without a fully charged battery, it will seem to do nothing. Once your battery is fully charged, everything works as designed. (If you use a standard 20W Apple charger, it will charge, but very slowly.) I hope this helps others. Read more

I am middle aged with numerous autoimmune diseases that impact my joints and energy. I bought this (the middle price point model) in the hopes that I would be able to go to museums, parks, and do other activities with my family. Although not perfect and it doesn't help everything, it has made a world of difference for me and surpassed my expectations. It's easy to learn to use and has a good app with versatile functionality. In my initial home tests, it has helped me to go up and down the stairs. In the past, I literally organized my life around not going downstairs or only going down once a day. This was to avoid the fatigue of climbing the stairs. With this, it helps so much that I don't have to worry about it. It aids in strength to ascend and stability to descend. When traveling, it allowed me to be out with the family and go where they wanted to go. I'm still slow and weak but this allowed me to be slow and weak all day instead of for an hour or two. After a week of consistent use, I've been able to regain some muscle. In the past, my fatigue and pain prevented me from being able to do so. Half a battery lasted the day at Sea World on 50% economy mode with some sitting. I carried a second battery a couple of days but never got close to needing it. I would use the red mode or an increased percentage on eco on stairs or steep includes periodically. Things it doesn't help: - Standing around. - Sitting is often harder because of the battery sticking out behind you. (Put it in transparency mode when sitting.) - Feet and ankles (I'm looking forward to the Nike product that is in the works) Based on reviews I've watched and on comments I've read, I have some tips. - Check the sizing guide on their website. If you're too big or too small, you'll struggle in different ways or it won't even fit. We found it effective on heights ranging from 5' to 6'4" because that's what we have in our family. I'm 6' and 175 lbs. and it works well. - Fit it to your body properly. It's expensive and an exciting new toy but take the time to follow the fitment guide or watch the video from the company. I've found that if the width at the waist and/or the leg adjustments aren't correct, you can have a very different experience. Some people couldn't even tell if it was doing anything. Either they had a weaker motor unit (the 400 Watt) or they didn't have it setup well. I've used it enough to know when I need to readjust as you can feel the assistance and resistance it provides. - Test, practice, play. If you have friends or family, recruit them to help "test." Basically, get to know it, especially before you are in a situation where you have to rely solely on it. Read more

First of all, as stated this is not a medical device, but I have Myotonic Dystrophy and at 62 years old it has greatly affected my mobility from muscle weakness, I am also obese because of the mobility problems and am at the size limit (probably over) for the Hypershell. Without the Hypershell I can only walk about 200 meters without getting extremely out of breath and a lot of muscle pain. My average walking speed is less than 2kmh, but with the Hypershell I have measured myself at speed of 4kmh and I have walked just about 4km with out stopping and resting at that speed (probably could have gone further). This is the furthest I have walked in probably about 10 years. Even more amazing is how much it helps with going up stairs. Without the Hypershell I have a lot of difficulty, must use the railing to help pull myself up and usually with help from my wife. With the Hypershell i can go up a flight of stairs without the railing and without any other help and it does this automatically without setting it in stair mode. The only unfortunate thing is that is does not help with getting up from sitting and is actually is bulky enough to make it hard to sit on a chair with a back. That said I do not find it extremely bulky and it will fit under a jacket or sweater making it almost unnoticeable. Unlike other comment I do not find it to heavy and I think some of the comments might be because of a poor fit. I find that is best when adjusted so it sits even with the hip joint maybe a little higher and with the frame width adjusted so it is tight against the body. For a long walk I use a pair or tactical/tool belt suspenders to help keep them in place from movement. Also leg straps need to be snug. I have not gone farther than 4 km but this only uses about 40% of the battery so I think the range is as advertised. I always use it in hyper mode level 4 (4 red led's lit). It looks well built, is almost silent and I think it should last for a long time, I have had it for about 2 1/2 months. the motors do get a bit warm with use but some of this can be alleviated with a higher Overheat Protection setting but I think it does this by lowering the assistance a bit. The app is pretty good and does allow for a lot of adjustment with sensitivity, torque and even for difference in leg strength. I do find it's distance reading to be off and use another gps tracking app to measure speed and distance. Up until now I have used a scooter to get around especially while travelling, so the hope is to use the Hypershell, which should make flying easier (no wheel chair service and checking the scooter). I am also hoping that it will allow me to be a bit more active and shed a few pounds. All in all definitely 5 stars. Read more

I originally bought the Hypershell Pro X as a surprise for my elderly mother. She's a true warrior and wants to rely on her own natural strength for now, which I respect! So, I decided to start using it for my runs and walks, and I realized very quickly what an incredible machine this is. The assistance it provides is enormous and feels incredibly satisfying during any activity. I know my mom will eventually want to use it, so I'm giving her the time to decide. As for the device itself, it’s very straightforward and easy to get used to. Just be sure to provide your height and weight when you order. Adjusting it is simple, and it's also very easy to put on, take off, and store. For what it does, I think the price is more than fair—it's actually a fantastic value. Read more

This technology is amazing and even more amazing is the availability to the public. Using this exoskeleton is like have Robocop legs. It’s not designed as a medical device, but I have issues walking (even with a cane) for any length of time and I wondered if this might improve that. It absolutely does. I’ve had problems taking my dog for long walks lately and along with PT, I thought this might up my game a bit. And it does. I can walk over half a mile without a cane or any problems now, and that’s more than twice as far as I’ve been limited to over the last year. The Hypershell pulls up your legs up for you, once the AI senses that’s what you’re trying to do, and it makes walking, jogging and going up hill 30-40% easier. I have been able to run around with my grandkids and my dog again and I don’t suffer afterward. I expect I’ll be able to increase my endurance, and thus my walking distance, now that I can get out and about again. My biggest problem with the Hypershell Pro X is getting it properly fitted so it doesn’t slide down or hurt my lower back. Once you ignore the waist size setting suggested and make it much smaller it stays up much better. A lighter battery in the future would be helpful since that’s most of the weight. The battery sits at your waist in the middle of your back making it hard to sit anywhere with a seat back. But it is easy enough to take off to sit. Again, I know this is intended for hikers, bikers, etc. and I do plan to ride my bike with it, once it’s dug out of the garage, now that I can use it again. But if you have minor issues walking due to age, injury or various diseases, this “could” be helpful while not supported by the manufacturer. You must be able to move in a walking motion so the AI can detect it and help you walk. But don’t expect miracles or a cure for the loss of the use of your legs. I don’t want to give that impression. I can walk without a cane for about 5 minutes and no one would know anything is wrong with me. So, this just extends that 5 minutes to 30 or 60 or more. I had hoped to go to Disney World again one day with my grandkids. This makes that a real possibility again and I won’t have to ride a scooter. Read more

These exoskeletons are a good idea, but this one is not ready for prime time. It is way heavier and bulkier than it looks and because all the weight of the motors and batteries are around your waist you feel it, and it keeps sliding down your waist. It might help you walk a little, but it makes you suffer while wearing it. The batteries come uncharged, so I go to charge them and I find it does NOT include the charger. You have to buy one separately so you are anxious to try the darn thing, and you can't until you buy a charger. HOW DUMB! You pay $1200, and you can't charge the darn thing. Another thing that is incredibly dumb is you have to charge the battery while it is ON the device. So you have to lay the whole device on a table next to the charger to charge it, and you have to do it twice if you want an extra battery unless you buy the extra three in one charger. This thing is HEAVY, weighing almost 5 pounds, and that weight negates the help it gives you while walking. I think I will wait till they perfect these a little more, or perhaps look at the new one that fit's on your knees. Read more

This is an amazing piece of technology. I decided to put it to the test to help rehab an auto accident that fractured my ribs, pelvis and ankle. Not right away, but after I was able to walk without a walker, I wore the Hypershell to help with my stride and to climb stairs. I found the assistance to be exactly the help I needed. This belt is ideal for when you're better able to walk, but need the assistance with more laborious tasks, "like grocery shopping!" Talk about a life saver! My gate was like normal with very little effort! Just stayed with the green lights. No need to go to the red light settings. It may not be recommended for rehab therapy, but that doesn't mean it doesn't work in that instance. Just need to use common sense. If you can't walk without a walker, WAIT until you can. Then use the Hypershell to assist for longer walks, like grocery shopping, and climbing stairs. My opinion is one of the best investments I've made. With injuries, we need all the help we can get. AND THIS WORKS!! Read more

the manual to get started is not clear to turn on or off i went on youtube to figure it out Read more