VIGX π Plus – Motorized Hip Exoskeleton for Hiking and Sport

Yes, it's motorized. The VIGX π Plus carries two batteries and an AI-driven system that samples your gait 1,000 times per second to continuously adjust assistance, according to the manufacturer's data. Unlike passive models such as the Ski-Mojo or the Hapo range, it doesn't just release energy stored during each flexion — its motors deliver active thrust with every step, with up to 30 kg of equivalent assistance claimed by VIGX. This approach adds weight (2.1 kg) and battery management, but in return offers assistance that adapts to terrain (walking, hiking, running, fitness) across several modes, plus energy recovery on descents and deceleration. It's the classic trade-off of motorized exoskeletons: more power and versatility, at the cost of a battery to keep charged.

The manufacturer states more than 24,000 steps thanks to the dual battery — as a rough guide, that's roughly 15 to 18 km depending on stride length, enough for a long hike or several outings. VIGX's headline feature here is hot-swapping: the second battery takes over without needing to power the device off, avoiding any interruption in assistance mid-effort. Full charging time isn't published by the manufacturer; we'd recommend checking this directly on vigx.ai before buying if battery life is a deciding factor for your use. These figures come from the manufacturer — we have not measured this battery life ourselves under real conditions.

VIGX's official store lists prices in US dollars: at the manufacturer's current rate, the VIGX π Plus is offered at $1,399 on sale ($1,499 at full price). The euro amount shown on our page is an indicative conversion at the current exchange rate; the exact euro price, should VIGX ever offer one directly, is still to be confirmed with the manufacturer. Also keep in mind that orders ship from Shenzhen, China: customs duties and import VAT may be added to the amount shown at checkout, worth checking before you confirm your order to avoid any surprise on delivery.

VIGX mentions an international certification on its site without explicitly specifying CE marking, which in Europe attests that a product meets applicable safety requirements (notably the Machinery Directive for a motorized device like this one). The lack of detail doesn't necessarily mean the product isn't compliant, but it does mean we can't confirm it from the publicly available information. If you're in Europe and CE marking matters to you — for professional use, resale, or simply regulatory caution — we'd recommend requesting written confirmation directly from the manufacturer before buying, rather than relying solely on the product page.

Expect 12 to 18 business days for delivery to the European Union, as VIGX ships from Shenzhen, China. This estimate covers transit only — it doesn't account for potential customs clearance delays, which can extend it depending on the period and checks in place. As with any international order shipped from outside the EU, budget for customs duties and import VAT to potentially be charged on arrival, on top of the purchase price. These details come from VIGX; if you need a precise timeframe for your delivery country, contact their customer service directly via vigx.ai before ordering.