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iRobot Roomba 104 vs iRobot Roomba 105 Combo

Full Robot Vacuums comparison in 2026

Updated July 2026
Data from Amazon and official iRobot site.
2026 verdict
iRobot Roomba 105 Combo edges out iRobot Roomba 104 in 2026, led by price, rating, and mopping functionality. Its clearest strengths are price, rating, and mopping functionality, and it still looks stronger on its broader overall balance. iRobot Roomba 104 remains a niche alternative if battery life matters more than the rest of the comparison. As a general recommendation, iRobot Roomba 105 Combo comes out on top.
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FeatureiRobot Roomba 104iRobot Roomba 105 ComboWinner
Price$249.99$199.99iRobot Roomba 105 Combo
Rating3.54.2iRobot Roomba 105 Combo
Battery Life200 minutes100 minutesiRobot Roomba 104
Mopping FunctionalityNOYESiRobot Roomba 105 Combo
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
Auto RechargeYESYESTie
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi2.4 GHz WiFiTie
IntegrationsGoogle Home, Alexa, IFTTTGoogle Home, Alexa, IFTTTTie
Navigation TypeLaser (LiDAR)Laser (LiDAR)Tie
Obstacle DetectionYESYESTie
Cliff DetectionYESYESTie
Multi-Room MappingYESYESTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: iRobot Roomba 104 or iRobot Roomba 105 Combo?

iRobot Roomba 105 Combo has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and mopping functionality.

What is the biggest difference between iRobot Roomba 104 and iRobot Roomba 105 Combo?

Price is one of the clearest differences: iRobot Roomba 104 lists $249.99, while iRobot Roomba 105 Combo lists $199.99.

Which one looks better on price?

iRobot Roomba 104 is listed at $249.99, while iRobot Roomba 105 Combo is listed at $199.99. iRobot Roomba 105 Combo (better spec).

Who should buy iRobot Roomba 104?

Choose iRobot Roomba 104 if your priority is battery life and that matters more than price.

Who should buy iRobot Roomba 105 Combo?

Choose iRobot Roomba 105 Combo if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than battery life.

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