iRobot has unveiled a fresh series of Roomba models, marking a significant release since the launch of its initial lidar-equipped robot vacuums just before it encountered financial difficulties. The company has introduced eight new models that enhance the previous range while offering more affordable pricing, with some units being up to £200 (approximately $270) less expensive. Notable updates include increased suction capability, a more compact design for improved maneuverability, additional models equipped with roller mops, and the innovative “hot spot mopping” feature.
Now under the ownership of Shenzhen Picea Robotics, a Chinese firm specializing in the design of robotic vacuums, iRobot has revamped its lineup to be up to 25% smaller for “many” of the models. This reduction in size allows the vacuums to adeptly clean spaces with furniture as low as 9cm. Enhanced suction power and superior navigation capabilities are consistent improvements across the board.
The rollout of these new models is scheduled to begin in mid-2026, with a phased introduction set for North America, Europe, the Middle East, and Africa. The Roomba 415 Combo and 115 Combo are expected to lead the charge, already appearing as “coming soon” on iRobot’s UK website.
iRobot has shared UK pricing details with The Verge, with prices starting at £229 (around $309) for the base model 115 and reaching £799 ($1,080) for the premium 775 model. The previous lineup ranged from £249 to £999, equivalent to $299 to $999 in the US. While detailed specifications and features for all models are yet to be disclosed, some insights have been revealed.
The premier model, the Roomba Max 775 Combo, is priced at £799 and boasts impressive features such as 30,000Pa suction power, surpassing the 16,000Pa of the 705 series. It includes Roomba’s renowned dual rubber roller brushes, effective for removing hair from carpets, and a self-cleaning roller mop equipped with the newly introduced hot spot mopping capability.
This innovative feature involves a “pressurized hot-spray pre-treatment” designed to tackle stubborn, dried-on messes before the scrubbing process begins, as explained by iRobot. While the spray feature is novel for robot vacuums, it made its initial appearance on the Ecovacs Deepot X12 Omnicycle, launched last month. However, the concept was initially seen in iRobot’s original robotic floor mopper, the Braava.
The 775 comes with an AutoWash dock that empties the robot’s bin, washes its mop with hot water, and dries it with hot air.
The Roomba Max 715, priced at £549, is a vacuum-only robot with the same specs and an auto-empty dock. They both use iRobot’s most advanced lidar navigation and camera-based, AI-powered obstacle detection to better maneuver around your home and avoid getting stuck on things like cords, shoes, and household clutter.
The mid-range Plus line features the Roomba Plus 615, £599, and 675, £699. These are also combo mopping-and-vacuuming robots with roller mops, bringing the feature to a lower price point. They both have the new hot spot mopping feature and offer “up to 20,000–30,000Pa” of suction, according to iRobot.
The models use iRobot’s standard lidar navigation combined with camera-based, AI-powered obstacle detection, rather than the more advanced navigation on the 700 series. The autowash docks also have a different, more utilitarian design.
The Roomba Plus 575 Combo, also priced at £599, is a mopping robot with dual-spinning mop pads and suction power of up to 20,000Pa. This is a big jump from the prior 500 series models, which offered 7,000Pa. It uses iRobot’s standard lidar navigation and camera-based obstacle detection. The 515 Combo, £549, and the 415 Combo, £449, have the same features but drop the camera-based object recognition.
Finally, the entry-level Roomba 115 Combo, £229, offers 15,000 Pa of suction, again a big jump from the 7,000 Pa on the prior model. It has a removable, washable microfiber pad with an onboard water tank for mopping. For an extra £70, according to iRobot.co.uk, you can get the 115 with an auto-empty dock.
The expanded lineup aligns with how iRobot’s competitors, such as Ecovacs and Roborock, operate, offering multiple models with minor differences across a range of price points. Ostensibly, this is to help people find the exact right robot vacuum for their needs and budgets, but it is also complicated to parse through all the specs to understand what you’re getting. We plan to test the new models and will report back when iRobot releases more specifics.
