Intuitive SimNovus vs Stryker Mako Shoulder
Head-to-head comparison of Intuitive Surgical Intuitive SimNovus and Stryker Robotics Stryker Mako Shoulder. Updated 2026.
Last updated: November 7, 2026
Overall Score
81.9/ 100
Intuitive SimNovus
Intuitive Surgical
82.0/ 100
Stryker Mako Shoulder
Stryker Robotics
Score Breakdown
78
Performance85
86
Reliability86
88
Ease of Use80
82
Intelligence84
72
Value65
80
Ecosystem78
90
Safety90
82
Design84
Specs Comparison
| Spec | Intuitive SimNovus | Stryker Mako Shoulder |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $150,000 | $1,300,000 |
| Latency | < 5 ms | — |
| Scoring | AI performance metrics | — |
| Procedures | 30+ simulated | — |
| Multiplayer | dual console | — |
| Compatibility | da Vinci Xi, SP, 5 | — |
| Haptic Feedback | Yes | — |
| Haptic | — | AccuStop boundaries |
| Arm Type | — | surgeon-controlled |
| Planning | — | CT-based 3D |
| Clearance | — | FDA 510(k) |
| Procedure | — | total shoulder arthroplasty |
| Glenoid Accuracy | — | ±1.5° |
Buyer Intelligence
| Metric | Intuitive SimNovus | Stryker Mako Shoulder |
|---|---|---|
| Vendor Health Score | — | — |
| 5-Year TCO Estimate | $210,000 | $1,820,000 |
| Annual Maintenance | — | — |
| Support Model | — | — |
| Safety Certifications | — | — |