iRobot Roomba 105 vs iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max robot + AutoWash dock

The iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max is the more capable robot vacuum overall, with a self-emptying AutoWash dock, mopping and broader smart-home support. The iRobot Roomba 105 is simpler, cheaper and uses LiDAR instead of camera-based navigation.

Navigation and mopping. The Combo 10 Max uses a camera (VSLAM) and needs decent lighting, but it vacuums, mops and self-empties automatically, while the Roomba 105 uses LiDAR that works in the dark but is vacuum-only with no self-emptying dock.

Yes, it uses LiDAR navigation, which works reliably even without lighting. The iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max instead uses a camera-based (VSLAM) system that needs the lights on.

No, it is vacuum-only. The iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max vacuums and mops, with its AutoWash dock washing and drying the mop pad automatically.

Buyers who want reliable LiDAR mapping that works in low light, a much lower price, and don't need mopping or self-emptying.

Buyers who want vacuuming and mopping automated through a self-washing dock and broad smart-home integrations, and who keep rooms reasonably well lit for the camera-based navigation.