LG's CLOi SuitBot is a 5.5 kg active lower-body exoskeleton with 25 Nm torque and 4 h battery. Limited to Asia-Pacific, with key specs undisclosed.
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LG Electronics positions the CLOi SuitBot as a wearable lower-body assist robot for mobility and repetitive work support. In logistics, that translates to reducing hip flexor load during frequent lifting and prolonged standing. The system uses joint sensors and an IMU to trigger assistance in two control modes: walking assist and standing assist. With 2 degrees of freedom, it targets the hip joint—the primary load-bearing joint in manual handling—rather than the knee or ankle. The 30 kg lift support figure indicates the maximum load the suit is rated to help the user handle, not the weight it physically lifts. At 5.5 kg, the suit itself adds meaningful weight to the wearer, which matters for shift-long comfort and fatigue. The 1.5 km/h top speed is modest, suggesting the device is tuned for slow, controlled movement in picking aisles rather than rapid transit across a distribution centre.
The table below summarises the documented specifications from the ExoSelect database. Every number is sourced from LG's public materials or the manufacturer's datasheet; missing values are marked as unknown or not disclosed.
| Parameter | Value | Procurement note |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 5.5 kg | Heavier than soft exosuits (e.g., SafeBoost at 2.2 kg); may limit wear time. |
| User weight limit | 100 kg | Lower than SafeBoost's 115 kg; check workforce demographics. |
| Assist torque | 25 Nm | Active hip torque; compare to passive systems with no torque. |
| Lift support | 30 kg | Rated assistance for lifting tasks; not a physical lift capacity. |
| Speed | 1.5 km/h | Slow walking speed; suited to picking, not long-distance travel. |
| Battery life | 4 h | Half a typical shift; swappable battery (yes) mitigates downtime. |
| Charge time | 2 h | Requires charging infrastructure and spare batteries for multi-shift use. |
| Degrees of freedom | 2 | Hip-focused; not a full-body suit. |
| Control modes | Walking assist, Standing assist | Two modes; no lifting-specific mode documented. |
| Sensors | Joint sensors, IMU | Basic motion sensing; no connectivity or data logging disclosed. |
| Materials | Aluminium, Polymer | Rigid frame; expect a structured fit. |
| Availability | Limited availability | Not a mass-market product; pilot quantities may be constrained. |
| Regions | Asia-Pacific | No sales or support outside APAC documented. |
Several parameters critical to a total-cost and compliance assessment are absent from the public datasheet. Each gap carries direct procurement risk:
These unknowns are not trivial. A buyer cannot complete a risk assessment or a total-cost-of-ownership model without them. Request them in writing before any pilot.
Do not choose the CLOi SuitBot if your operations are outside Asia-Pacific. LG documents availability only in the Asia-Pacific region, and limited availability means spare parts, service, and training may be unavailable elsewhere. European or North American buyers should look at the SafeBoost (CE marked, ISO 13482, available in North America and Europe) or the passive H-WULF (CE marked, available on inquiry in Asia-Pacific).
Also avoid the SuitBot if you need documented compliance for EU deployment. With certifications and standards unknown, you cannot demonstrate conformity to machinery or medical device regulations. Similarly, if your workforce includes users above 100 kg or outside an undisclosed height range, the fit and safety case is unproven. Finally, if you require fleet telemetry or data logging for ergonomic ROI analysis, the SuitBot offers no documented connectivity—unlike SafeBoost's cloud dashboard.
The table below compares the CLOi SuitBot with two other logistics systems in the ExoSelect database. Only documented specifications are shown; missing values are marked.
| Parameter | CLOi SuitBot (LG) | SafeBoost (Verve Motion) | H-WULF (ULS Robotics) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drive | Active | Active | Passive |
| Weight | 5.5 kg | 2.2 kg | 3.8 kg |
| Assist torque | 25 Nm | Unknown | Unknown |
| Assist force | Unknown | 80 N | Unknown |
| Lift support | 30 kg | 15 kg | 30 kg |
| Battery life | 4 h | 8 h | Not applicable |
| User weight limit | 100 kg | 115 kg | 100 kg |
| Height range | Unknown | 155–195 cm | 160–190 cm |
| Certifications | Unknown | CE | CE |
| Connectivity | Unknown | Cloud dashboard, telemetry, Bluetooth | Not applicable |
| Price | Undisclosed | Undisclosed (subscription) | 3,600 USD indicative |
| Regions | Asia-Pacific | North America, Europe | Asia-Pacific |
For a full side-by-side, use the ExoSelect comparison tool.
The CLOi SuitBot's 4-hour battery life is half a standard 8-hour shift. LG specifies a swappable battery, so continuous operation requires at least one spare battery per unit and a charging station. That adds capital cost and administrative overhead. The 2-hour charge time means a spare battery can be recharged within a shift, but you need a rotation schedule. Without a public price, you cannot calculate cost per unit or per wearer. The absence of a documented warranty or service network in Asia-Pacific further complicates lifecycle cost. For a pilot, request a quote that includes spare batteries, charging docks, training, and a service-level agreement. Compare that total to the subscription model of SafeBoost, which bundles service and telemetry but also has undisclosed pricing.
25 Nm, as documented in LG's specifications. This is the peak assist torque at the hip joint.
No. LG lists availability only in the Asia-Pacific region, and commercial availability is described as limited.
Not disclosed. The database marks certifications and standards as unknown, so compliance cannot be confirmed.
Before considering the CLOi SuitBot for a pilot, request a written specification sheet from LG Electronics that documents user height range, peak assist force, certifications, warranty, and indicative price. Then compare it directly to the SafeBoost if you are in North America or Europe, or to the H-WULF if you are in Asia-Pacific and need a lower-cost passive option. For a tailored shortlist, contact the ExoSelect selection desk.
Sources: LG Electronics official product page (lg.com); ExoSelect database records for CLOi SuitBot, SafeBoost, and H-WULF.
Editorial note
This analysis is based on published specifications and named sources. No first-party physical evaluation was performed.
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