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iRobot Roomba 104 vs iRobot Roomba 105X

Full Robot Vacuums comparison in 2026

Updated July 2026
Data from Amazon and official iRobot site.
2026 verdict
For most buyers in 2026, iRobot Roomba 105X is the safer pick over iRobot Roomba 104 because of price and rating. It separates itself most clearly on price and rating, while still looking better on its broader overall balance. iRobot Roomba 104 is still relevant if you care most about its specific feature mix, but iRobot Roomba 105X is the stronger recommendation overall. For most setups, iRobot Roomba 105X is the smarter buy.
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FeatureiRobot Roomba 104iRobot Roomba 105XWinner
Price$249.99$239.99iRobot Roomba 105X
Rating3.54.2iRobot Roomba 105X
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
Battery Life200 minutes200 minutesTie
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
No-Go ZonesYESYESTie

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

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

Price is one of the clearest differences: iRobot Roomba 104 lists $249.99, while iRobot Roomba 105X lists $239.99.

Which one looks better on price?

iRobot Roomba 104 is listed at $249.99, while iRobot Roomba 105X is listed at $239.99. iRobot Roomba 105X (better spec).

Who should buy iRobot Roomba 104?

Choose iRobot Roomba 104 if your priority is its specific strengths and that matters more than price.

Who should buy iRobot Roomba 105X?

Choose iRobot Roomba 105X if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than the competing advantages.

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