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Hypershell X Max S

Hypershell X Max S hip exoskeleton
Our score Our score breakdownAssist power9.5Real-world range9.0Weight and comfort8.5Value for money7.5Warranty and support9.5See our score breakdown
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Price checked $1,499 at Hypershell · Official US store, free shipping, contiguous US only
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  • 1,000 W · Motor power
  • 5.7 lb · Weight
  • 18.6 mi · Battery range
  • 1 battery · Batteries in the box
  • 10 modes · Modes
  • App + AI · App

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Prices checked on October 1, 2026
Hypershell Official US store, free shipping, contiguous US only In stock $1,499 Buy

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Full specs

Full specs
Motor power 1,000 W peak
Weight 5.7 lb (2.6 kg), battery included
Battery range 18.6 mi (30 km) per battery
Batteries in the box 1 battery
Modes 10 modes
App iOS and Android, HyperIntuition AI
Water resistance IP54, 14 °F to 140 °F (-10 °C to 60 °C)
Ships from a US warehouse Yes
Removable battery Yes
App for iOS and Android Yes

Our review

Comparative analysis · updated October 2, 2026

A strong motor on the newest platform, but it costs $100 more than the X Ultra and ships with one 18.6-mile battery instead of two. Choose it only if you want the S series platform and its HyperIntuition AI.

Scores by criterion

Assist power9.5 Real-world range9.0 Weight and comfort8.5 Value for money7.5 Warranty and support9.5

Pros

  • The cheapest 1,000 W model in the S series, $500 less than the X Ultra S
  • 18.6 miles on one battery, as much as each of the X Ultra's two
  • Free shipping from a US warehouse, in about 8 business days

Cons

  • $100 more than the X Ultra, which includes two batteries (37.3 miles combined)
  • 5.7 lb with a battery, slightly heavier than the X Ultra (5.5 lb)

Who it's for

Buyers set on the S series platform and its AI who want 1,000 W without paying the X Ultra S price.

Who it's not for

Anyone shopping on value: the X Ultra costs $100 less and includes a second battery.

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Frequently asked questions

X Max S or X Ultra: which should I choose?

The X Ultra, for most buyers: it costs $100 less (prices checked Oct 1, 2026), comes with two batteries, 12 modes and an SGS-certified carbon frame, and weighs 5.5 lb against 5.7 lb.

The Max S offers the newer platform. Until the S series builds up owner reports, the X Ultra is the safer pick at this price.

Is the 18.6-mile range realistic?

It is a best-case figure for one battery. With sustained, strong assist, expect a third to half less.

If you need more, the X Ultra gives you two batteries for less money.

Alternatives

Hypershell X Ultra hip exoskeleton Hypershell X Ultra Our top pick: 1,000 W, two 18.6-mile batteries and a carbon frame, for $600 less than the X Ultra S, which has the same power and range. 9.6 $1,399 Hypershell X Ultra S hip exoskeleton Hypershell X Ultra S The S series flagship: 1,000 W, two 18.6-mile batteries and HyperIntuition AI, for $600 more than the X Ultra with the same power and range. 9.0 $1,999 AstroShell Alpha 1 hip exoskeleton AstroShell Alpha 1 A hip exoskeleton from a Florida-based brand: 1,000 W peak, two batteries on board and 5.3 lb in total, at the lowest 1,000 W price in our comparison. 8.4 $1,199

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Updated October 2, 2026 Full methodology
8.8
$1,499 at Hypershell