Roombas have always been a staple in the robot vacuum market because iRobot is often the first brand to bring innovative new robot vacuum features to the mainstream. Everyone was wowed by a robot vacuum that could remember a map of your home or empty itself with the i7+ in 2018, or a robot vacuum that could avoid phone chargers with the j7 in 2021.

Needless to say, iRobot's line-up of eight new robot vacuums are impressive. The stand-out models include the Roomba 205 DustCompactor Combo (wet and dry) that costs $469, the Roomba Plus 405 Combo Robot + AutoWash Dock priced at $799 and the Roomba Plus 505 Combo Robot + AutoWash Dock for $999.

With models ranging from $299 to $999, the new Roomba lineup promises stronger suction power, enhanced navigation, and an innovative bagless solution for dust storage.

After a tumultuous 2024, in which iRobot lost its founder and CEO, Colin Angle, Amazon abandoned its acquisition plans, and the company laid off a large portion of its staff, iRobot is back with a major shake-up of its robotic vacuum line.

This year has been huge for robot vacuums, with new and upcoming models from Dreame, Eureka, and Roborock now clambering over obstacles, targeting water spills and even picking up your socks, all in the name of more effective,