Smith+Nephew
Smith+Nephew CORI Surgical System
ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
$750,000
What problem does this solve?
Healthcare and clinical settings.
Who is this for?
Enterprise operations teams with dedicated automation budgets and integration requirements.
BEST FOR
Healthcare and clinical settings
AVOID IF
Budget is primary constraint and manual alternatives exist
PAYBACK
TBD
COMPLEXITY
TBD
Handheld robotic-assisted surgery platform for knee replacement. Surgeon holds the handpiece while robotic control ensures precision. No large robotic arm required.
The Smith+Nephew CORI Surgical System earns a RoboScore of 79.9/100, placing it in the solid tier for healthcare and clinical robots. At $750,000 it sits in the premium enterprise segment, making it a reasonable choice for teams where precision and regulatory compliance is the priority. Smith+Nephew delivers a competent platform at this price point. FDA clearance status and clinical validation data should be verified before procurement.
Organizations with strategic automation mandates, dedicated robotics teams, and capital budgets above $500K. If precision and regulatory compliance is your primary decision criterion, the Smith+Nephew CORI Surgical System deserves a place on your shortlist.
Any operation without a clear, validated ROI model showing payback within 24 months. If your requirements center on a different set of capabilities, compare alternatives in the medical category before committing.
Stryker
Stryker MAKO
ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
Robotic-arm assisted orthopedic surgery. CT-based 3D planning. 3K+ installed.
Stryker Robotics
Stryker Mako Total Knee
ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
CT-based robotic arm-assisted total knee arthroplasty system with AccuStop haptic boundaries preventing bone cuts beyond the pre-operative plan.
Stryker Robotics
Stryker Mako Total Hip
ROBOSCORE™ METHODOLOGY — 9 DIMENSIONS
Independently verified.
Not manufacturer-provided.
Robotic total hip arthroplasty with 3D CT planning for precise acetabular cup positioning and real-time leg length and offset calculations.
Other
| Size | Compact console |
| Type | Handheld robotics |
| Planning | Real-time 3D bone mapping |
| Application | Knee arthroplasty |
The Real Cost of Ownership
Purchase price is only 40-60% of the true cost. Here's the full picture.
Purchase Costs
MSRP
$750,000
CURRENT
$750,000
Operating Costs (Annual)
MAINTENANCE LOW
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MAINTENANCE HIGH
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5-Year Summary
$750,000
Purchase price + estimated 5 years maintenance
Monthly savings
$8,333
Payback period
~8yr
3-year net ROI
-60%
5-year savings
-$250,000
| 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 Smith+Nephew CORI Surgical System, 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
$750,000
Est. Annual Maintenance
Est. $112,500–$150,000/year (15–20%)
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.
Smith+Nephew
Founded
EST. 1856(170 years)
Funding
Undisclosed
Employees
Undisclosed
HQ
GB
Vendor Health Score
Health score pending verification
Certifications data being verified. Contact manufacturer for compliance documentation.
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