Shoppers who value the Roomba ecosystem, straightforward vacuuming and a familiar support route.
RightRobot US brand guide
iRobot robot vacuums — which one should you buy?
iRobot made 'Roomba' shorthand for robot vacuuming, but shopping the brand today requires more care than the name recognition suggests. Newer Roomba ranges sit alongside a long tail of older products, bundles and retailer stock, so it is important to separate a current model from a familiar historical one.
✓ Cleared exact-model photos only✓ US range kept separate✓ Home Fit stays independent
ShowniRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty DockProduct image shown for this exact model.
RightRobot in one sentenceThe best-known Roomba name is rebuilding its range around simpler choices, while many older models remain widely visible.
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RightRobot is independent. Use this guide to understand the range, then choose the features that matter most in your home.
US brand range
Compare robots →Start with the iRobot models RightRobot tracks for this market
17 iRobot models are represented for US; 5 have a detailed RightRobot guide. Start with the focused comparison set below, then open the full range when a different model catches your eye.
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Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty Dock
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Roomba 105 Vac + AutoEmpty Dock
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Roomba Max 705 Combo + AutoWash Dock
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Roomba Max 775 Combo + AutoWash Dock
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Roomba Plus 505 Combo + AutoWash Dock
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Current US profileRoomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty DockView profile →Current US profileRoomba 105 Vac + AutoEmpty DockView profile →Current US profileRoomba Max 705 Combo + AutoWash DockView profile →Current US profileRoomba Max 775 Combo + AutoWash DockView profile →Current US profileRoomba Plus 505 Combo + AutoWash DockView profile →
Current US modelRoomba 105 Combo AutoEmptyThis current model is included for comparison while a fuller guide is being prepared.
Current US modelRoomba 105 Vac AutoEmptyThis current model is included for comparison while a fuller guide is being prepared.
Current US modelRoomba 205 DustCompactor ComboThis current model is included for comparison while a fuller guide is being prepared.
Current US modelRoomba Combo 10 MaxThis current model is included for comparison while a fuller guide is being prepared.
Current US modelRoomba Combo j9+This current model is included for comparison while a fuller guide is being prepared.
Current US modelRoomba Essential 2 ComboThis current model is included for comparison while a fuller guide is being prepared.
Current US modelRoomba j7+This current model is included for comparison while a fuller guide is being prepared.
Current US modelRoomba j9+This current model is included for comparison while a fuller guide is being prepared.
Current US modelRoomba Max 705 ComboThis current model is included for comparison while a fuller guide is being prepared.
Current US modelRoomba Max 705 VacThis current model is included for comparison while a fuller guide is being prepared.
Current US modelRoomba Plus 405 ComboThis current model is included for comparison while a fuller guide is being prepared.
Current US modelRoomba Plus 505 ComboThis current model is included for comparison while a fuller guide is being prepared.
Do not assume an older premium Roomba is a better buy simply because it once sat at the top of the range. Current products can use a different platform and naming system.
A newer, simplified current range sitting beside a very large installed base of older Roombas that remain searchable and still appear in shops.
iRobot buying guide
Understand the range before comparing individual models
Family names are useful shortcuts, but the exact robot still matters. Similar-looking models can have different mopping systems, obstacle hardware, docks, heights and prices.
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Premium currentMax-series
The models to inspect when you want iRobot's higher-end current cleaning and dock options.
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Mainstream currentPlus-series
Designed to cover the middle of the range with more accessible combinations of vacuuming, mopping and dock automation.
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Entry current100 / 200-class models
Worth considering when basic scheduled cleaning, compact hardware or a lower entry price matters more than a premium dock.
RightRobot take
Find the best robot for my home →Where iRobot genuinely makes sense
iRobot deserves to be judged on the robot available now, not on the strength of the Roomba name. That means comparing current cleaning, navigation, dock and mopping capability directly against fast-moving rivals. For some buyers the simpler ecosystem and familiar brand remain attractive; for others, competing models now offer more automation for the money.
Choose by home, not badge
Three sensible ways into the iRobot range
Existing Roomba owner
Check app, parts and accessory compatibility rather than assuming your old accessories fit a new generation.
Vacuum-first home
A vacuum-only model can still make more sense than paying for mopping you will rarely use.
Comparing with newer brands
Compare obstacle avoidance, dock maintenance and mopping directly. Brand familiarity should not be treated as a performance score.
Before checkout
Four things to check on the exact model
Small suffixes and dock changes can matter more than the brand name.
- ✓Current versus older Roomba generation
- ✓Vacuum-only or combo
- ✓Dock type
- ✓Consumables and accessory compatibility
Quick answers
iRobot robot-vacuum questions
Is Roomba still the safest default robot-vacuum choice?+
It is still a major brand, but the market is much more competitive. RightRobot compares the exact current Roomba with current rivals rather than giving iRobot a familiarity bonus.
Why are there so many old Roombas online?+
iRobot has a huge installed base and retailers can keep older stock for a long time. RightRobot separates current market models from reference models where possible.
Should I choose a vacuum-only Roomba?+
Yes if mopping is not useful in your home. A simpler machine can be the better purchase when it does the job you actually need.