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iRobot Roomba 105 Combo vs iRobot Roomba Plus 505

Full Robot Vacuums comparison in 2026

Updated July 2026
Data from Amazon and official iRobot site.
2026 verdict
Across the 2026 comparison, iRobot Roomba Plus 505 earns the nod over iRobot Roomba 105 Combo on the strength of battery life, connectivity, and integrations. It separates itself most clearly on battery life, connectivity, and integrations, while still looking better on auto mop washing and auto mop drying. iRobot Roomba 105 Combo still makes sense if price is your priority, but most buyers should still lean toward iRobot Roomba Plus 505. That keeps the verdict firmly in favor of iRobot Roomba Plus 505.
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FeatureiRobot Roomba 105 ComboiRobot Roomba Plus 505Winner
Price$199.99$499.00iRobot Roomba 105 Combo
Battery Life100 minutes120 minutesiRobot Roomba Plus 505
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFiiRobot Roomba Plus 505
IntegrationsGoogle Home, AlexaGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatteriRobot Roomba Plus 505
Auto Mop WashingNOYESiRobot Roomba Plus 505
Auto Mop DryingNOYESiRobot Roomba Plus 505
Self-Emptying DustbinNOYESiRobot Roomba Plus 505
Rating4.24.2Tie
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
Auto RechargeYESYESTie
Navigation TypeLaser (LiDAR)Laser (LiDAR)Tie
Obstacle DetectionYESYESTie

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: iRobot Roomba 105 Combo or iRobot Roomba Plus 505?

iRobot Roomba Plus 505 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for battery life, connectivity, and integrations.

What is the biggest difference between iRobot Roomba 105 Combo and iRobot Roomba Plus 505?

Price is one of the clearest differences: iRobot Roomba 105 Combo lists $199.99, while iRobot Roomba Plus 505 lists $499.00.

Which one looks better on price?

iRobot Roomba 105 Combo is listed at $199.99, while iRobot Roomba Plus 505 is listed at $499.00. iRobot Roomba 105 Combo (better spec).

Who should buy iRobot Roomba 105 Combo?

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

Who should buy iRobot Roomba Plus 505?

Choose iRobot Roomba Plus 505 if your priority is battery life and connectivity and that matters more than price.

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