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Eufy E28 vs iRobot Roomba 505X

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Updated September 2026
Data from Amazon and official Eufy and iRobot sites.
2026 verdict
For pet homes that also want to deep-clean a sofa, the Eufy E28 is the pick among these two robot vacuums.
Eufy E28
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Eufy E28
$629.98$999.9937% OFF
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It adds a portable deep cleaner that lifts out of the dock, is the better reviewed of the pair, and beats the iRobot Roomba 505X on suction at 20,000 Pa against 7,000 Pa and on runtime at 216 minutes against 180. It also supports Matter, so it lands in Apple Home, SmartThings and Home Assistant. The iRobot Roomba 505X is the cheaper option and its AutoWash dock still empties, washes and dries the mop, with a larger 3 L water tank than the eufy's 2.5 L. Pick the Eufy E28 for upholstery and stronger cleaning, and the Roomba 505X for a lower price with the same hands-off dock.
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FeatureEufy E28iRobot Roomba 505XWinner
Price$629.98$469.99iRobot Roomba 505X
Rating4.44.2Eufy E28
Battery Life216 minutes180 minutesEufy E28
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, BluetoothiRobot Roomba 505X
Suction Power20000Pa7000PaEufy E28
Water Tank Capacity2.5L3LiRobot Roomba 505X
Onboard Dustbin Capacity300ml295mlEufy E28
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
Auto RechargeYESYESTie
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterTie
Navigation TypeLaser (LiDAR)Laser (LiDAR)Tie
Obstacle DetectionYESYESTie

What the differences mean

Portable deep cleaner

The Eufy E28 ships with a deep cleaner that lifts out of the dock for sofas, stairs and car seats. The iRobot Roomba 505X has no above-floor tool, so upholstery and stairs stay a separate purchase or a separate chore.

Suction

The Eufy E28 is rated at 20,000 Pa and the iRobot Roomba 505X at 7,000 Pa. The eufy has more margin on carpet and embedded debris, though both are rated for carpet cleaning and daily dust.

Height and weight

The Eufy E28 is 111 mm tall and the heavier of the two, so it misses low cabinets and is a chore to carry between floors. The iRobot Roomba 505X is 107 mm tall and the lighter machine to lift, though both need real clearance.

Water tank

The iRobot Roomba 505X carries a 3 L clean-water tank and the Eufy E28 a 2.5 L one, so the Roomba refills less often on a long mopping run. The Eufy offsets that with a longer rated runtime of 216 minutes against 180.

Which one to buy if

  • you need to clean sofas, stairs and car seats
    Eufy E28

    The Eufy E28 includes a portable deep cleaner that lifts out of the dock, something the iRobot Roomba 505X does not offer at all.

  • raw cleaning power and runtime come first
    Eufy E28

    The Eufy E28 is rated at 20,000 Pa against 7,000 Pa and 216 minutes against 180, so it covers more ground with more force.

  • you want the same self-cleaning dock for less
    iRobot Roomba 505X

    The iRobot Roomba 505X is the cheaper of the pair and its AutoWash dock still empties, refills and washes and dries the mop pads.

  • you want a bigger water tank for long mopping
    iRobot Roomba 505X

    The iRobot Roomba 505X carries a 3 L clean-water tank against 2.5 L on the Eufy E28, so it goes longer between refills.

Winner
Eufy

Eufy E28

37% OFF
$629.98
$999.99
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  • + Rating: 4.4
  • + Battery Life: 216 minutes
  • + Suction Power: 20000Pa
  • - Price: $629.98 vs $469.99
  • - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth

What owners say

Both groups end up grateful for a dock that handles the routine: the Eufy E28 empties, washes and dries the mop and dispenses detergent, and the iRobot Roomba 505X empties, refills and washes its pads on its own. Eufy E28 owners treat the portable deep cleaner as the reason they bought it and praise how the robot maps the whole home on its first run, while warning that the dock is loud when it empties and that the tall, heavy body misses low cabinets. iRobot Roomba 505X owners say it took two chores off their list and handles pet hair and mixed flooring reliably, and they single out how little maintenance it needs. Their complaints are a loud cleaning cycle, a fiddly first Wi-Fi pairing and mop pads that lift over carpet rather than clean it.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: Eufy E28 or iRobot Roomba 505X?

The Eufy E28. It is the better reviewed of the two, has far more suction and runtime, supports Matter, and adds a portable deep cleaner for upholstery. The iRobot Roomba 505X is the value choice at a lower price with a larger water tank and a capable AutoWash dock.

What is the biggest difference between the Eufy E28 and the iRobot Roomba 505X?

The Eufy E28 includes a portable deep cleaner that lifts out of its dock for sofas, stairs and car seats. The iRobot Roomba 505X is a floor-only robot, so above-floor cleaning stays a separate tool and a separate chore.

Which one has more suction, the Eufy E28 or the iRobot Roomba 505X?

The Eufy E28, at 20,000 Pa against 7,000 Pa. That is close to three times the rated suction, which shows most on carpet and in a home with a lot of pet hair.

Do both work with Apple Home and Matter?

Yes. Both the Eufy E28 and the iRobot Roomba 505X support Matter, which brings them into Apple Home and SmartThings, and both also work with Alexa, Google Home and Home Assistant.

Who should buy the Eufy E28?

Homes with pets and children that want the floor and the furniture covered, want strong suction and long runtime, and are happy to pay more for the built-in deep cleaner and the better owner rating.

Who should buy the iRobot Roomba 505X?

A budget-conscious buyer who wants a self-emptying, self-washing robot for hard floors and everyday carpet, values the larger water tank, and does not need an above-floor deep cleaner.

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