Eufy 11S MAX vs iRobot Roomba 505X

The iRobot Roomba 505X, since it mops as well as vacuums, self-empties, washes its own mop pads, runs longer and connects to Alexa, Google Home and Apple Home. The Eufy 11S MAX wins only on price and its simpler, app-free design.

Maintenance. The iRobot Roomba 505X's AutoWash dock empties, refills and washes itself for weeks at a time, while the Eufy 11S MAX has to be emptied by hand after every single run and has no mop at all.

No. The Eufy 11S MAX is vacuum-only. The iRobot Roomba 505X mops with DualClean spinning pads that lift automatically when the robot moves onto carpet.

Price and simplicity. The Eufy 11S MAX costs far less, runs quietly, slides under low furniture and needs no app or Wi-Fi setup, which some buyers prefer over another account to manage.

Buyers who want a low-maintenance vacuum-and-mop combo, with an AutoWash dock that handles emptying and mop care, and voice control through Alexa, Google Home or Apple Home.

Buyers who want the cheapest, simplest option for a small home with hard floors and light carpet, and who are comfortable emptying a bin themselves and skipping mopping entirely.