iRobot Roomba 105 Combo vs iRobot Roomba 415X

The iRobot Roomba 415X wins overall, with over three times the runtime, stronger suction and self-washing mop pads. The iRobot Roomba 105 Combo mops with plain water and needs manual bin emptying.

Battery life and mop automation. The 415X runs about 360 minutes per charge with self-washing, self-drying mop pads, while the 105 Combo runs about 100 minutes and mops with plain water only.

No, the bin is emptied by hand. The iRobot Roomba 415X self-empties automatically for up to 90 days at a time.

Not on the iRobot Roomba 415X, which lifts its mop pads automatically about 10mm when it detects carpet. The iRobot Roomba 105 Combo instead avoids carpets and rugs entirely while mopping.

Buyers who want basic combined vacuuming and light mopping at a lower price and don't mind manual bin and mop upkeep.

Buyers who want a long-running vacuum-and-mop robot with an automated, self-washing dock and stronger suction.