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iRobot Roomba 104 vs Roborock Q7 L5

Full Robot Vacuums comparison in 2026

Updated November 2026
Data from the official iRobot and Roborock sites.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, Roborock Q7 L5 earns the nod over iRobot Roomba 104 on the strength of price, rating, and integrations.
Roborock Q7 L5
Winner
Roborock Q7 L5
$159.99$249.9936% OFF
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The comparison tilts its way because of price, rating, and integrations, with mopping functionality keeping it in front. iRobot Roomba 104 remains a niche alternative if battery life and obstacle detection matter more than the rest of the comparison. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of Roborock Q7 L5.
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FeatureiRobot Roomba 104Roborock Q7 L5Winner
Price$249.99$159.99Roborock Q7 L5
Rating3.34.0Roborock Q7 L5
Battery Life200 minutes150 minutesiRobot Roomba 104
IntegrationsGoogle Home, AlexaGoogle Home, Alexa, Home AssistantRoborock Q7 L5
Obstacle DetectionYESNOiRobot Roomba 104
Mopping FunctionalityNOYESRoborock Q7 L5
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
Auto RechargeYESYESTie
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi2.4 GHz WiFiTie
Navigation TypeLaser (LiDAR)Laser (LiDAR)Tie
Cliff DetectionYESYESTie
Multi-Room MappingYESYESTie
Winner
Roborock

Roborock Q7 L5

36% OFF
Prime exclusive deal
$159.99
$249.99
Buy on Amazon USA
  • + Price: $159.99
  • + Rating: 4.0
  • + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant
  • - Battery Life: 150 minutes vs 200 minutes
  • - Obstacle Detection: NO vs YES

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: iRobot Roomba 104 or Roborock Q7 L5?

Roborock Q7 L5 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and integrations.

What is the biggest difference between iRobot Roomba 104 and Roborock Q7 L5?

Price is one of the clearest differences: iRobot Roomba 104 lists $249.99, while Roborock Q7 L5 lists $159.99.

Which one looks better on price?

iRobot Roomba 104 is listed at $249.99, while Roborock Q7 L5 is listed at $159.99. Roborock Q7 L5 (better spec).

Who should buy iRobot Roomba 104?

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

Who should buy Roborock Q7 L5?

Choose Roborock Q7 L5 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than battery life.

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