Intuitive Surgical
Intuitive Ion
ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
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What problem does this solve?
Healthcare and clinical settings.
Who is this for?
Operations teams evaluating automation — contact the manufacturer for deployment consultation and pricing.
BEST FOR
Healthcare and clinical settings
AVOID IF
Budget is primary constraint and manual alternatives exist
PAYBACK
TBD
COMPLEXITY
TBD
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The Intuitive Ion earns a RoboScore of 88/100, a strong result that positions it as worth serious consideration in healthcare and clinical. Intuitive Surgical has built a highly capable system for teams focused on precision and regulatory compliance. Pricing is available on request from Intuitive Surgical directly. FDA clearance status and clinical validation data should be verified before procurement.
Teams in healthcare and clinical looking for a highly capable solution. The Intuitive Ion is designed for organizations where precision and regulatory compliance matters most.
Buyers who need transparent pricing upfront to build ROI models. Without published pricing, budget planning requires direct engagement with Intuitive Surgical, which may slow evaluation timelines.
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The Real Cost of Ownership
Purchase price is only 40-60% of the true cost. Here's the full picture.
Purchase Costs
MSRP
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CURRENT
RFQ
Operating Costs (Annual)
MAINTENANCE LOW
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MAINTENANCE HIGH
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Monthly savings
$8,333
Payback period
6mo
3-year net ROI
500%
5-year savings
$450,000
| Interval | Task | Est. Time | Est. Cost | Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Daily | Visual inspection & debris removal | 5–10 min | — | Operator |
| Weekly | Sensor calibration check & log review | 15–30 min | — | Operator |
| Monthly | Lubrication, belt/chain tension check | 1–2 hrs | $50–150 | Technician |
| 6-Month | Full mechanical inspection & software update | 4–8 hrs | $500–2,000 | Certified Tech |
| Annual | Comprehensive overhaul & recalibration | 1–2 days | $2,000–10,000 | OEM / Partner |
Service Details
Operator Training
Contact Vendor
Typical Training Plan
SAFETY & BASICS
2–4 hours
OPERATIONS
4–16 hours
TROUBLESHOOTING
2–8 hours
MAINTENANCE
4–16 hours
Before purchasing the Intuitive Ion, ask the vendor these critical questions:
- 01What is the total cost of ownership over 5 years?
- 02What does the warranty cover, and what's excluded?
- 03What is your average response time for critical issues?
- 04Can you provide references from similar deployments?
- 05Is a pilot program available before full commitment?
... and 15 more critical questions
Purchase Price
RFQ
Est. Annual Maintenance
Contact manufacturer for maintenance pricing
5-Year Total
Requires pricing data
Cost per Shift
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Cost per Hour
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Based on industry averages. Actual costs vary.
Intuitive Surgical
Founded
EST. 1995(31 years)
Funding
Undisclosed
Employees
Undisclosed
HQ
US
Vendor Health Score
Health score pending verification
Certifications data being verified. Contact manufacturer for compliance documentation.
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Independently verified.
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