iRobot Roomba 105 vs Roomba Max 705 (2026): Which to Buy?

Updated September 2026

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2026 verdict

Both of these robot vacuums skip mopping entirely, so the decision comes down to how much automation and connectivity you want, and the iRobot Roomba Max 705 wins that comparison.

Winner

iRobot Roomba Max 705

$769.99$899.9914% OFF

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It adds a self-emptying dock, 13,000Pa suction, dual-band Wi-Fi with Bluetooth, and support for Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant and Matter alongside Google Home and Alexa, none of which the entry-level Roomba 105 offers. Battery life is also longer on the Max 705, rated around 210 minutes versus the Roomba 105's roughly 200. The Roomba 105 keeps its appeal simple: it costs far less and still delivers the same LiDAR mapping, no-go zones and multi-room maps as its pricier sibling. Buyers who want a self-emptying vacuum-only robot with broad smart-home reach should choose the iRobot Roomba Max 705; anyone who wants mapped vacuuming at the lowest possible entry price should pick the iRobot Roomba 105.

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iRobot Roomba 105

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$149.00

$159.00

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iRobot Roomba Max 705

14% OFF

$769.99

$899.99

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Feature	iRobot Roomba 105	iRobot Roomba Max 705	Winner
Price	$149.00	$769.99	iRobot Roomba 105
Rating	4.2	3.8	iRobot Roomba 105
Battery Life	200 minutes	210 minutes	iRobot Roomba Max 705
Connectivity	2.4 GHz WiFi	2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi	iRobot Roomba Max 705
Integrations	Google Home, Alexa	Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter	iRobot Roomba Max 705
Self-Emptying Dustbin	NO	YES	iRobot Roomba Max 705
Warranty	1 year	1 year	Tie
Auto Recharge	YES	YES	Tie
Navigation Type	Laser (LiDAR)	Laser (LiDAR)	Tie
Obstacle Detection	YES	YES	Tie
Cliff Detection	YES	YES	Tie
Multi-Room Mapping	YES	YES	Tie

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iRobot Roomba 105

6% OFF

$149.00

$159.00

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+ Price: $149.00
+ Rating: 4.2
- Battery Life: 200 minutes vs 210 minutes
- Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi

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iRobot

iRobot Roomba Max 705

14% OFF

$769.99

$899.99

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+ Battery Life: 210 minutes
+ Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi
+ Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- Price: $769.99 vs $149.00
- Rating: 3.8 vs 4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: iRobot Roomba 105 or iRobot Roomba Max 705?

The iRobot Roomba Max 705 is the more capable robot vacuum, with a self-emptying dock, 13,000Pa suction, dual-band Wi-Fi and broader integrations including Apple HomeKit and Matter. The iRobot Roomba 105 is a simpler, more affordable vacuum-only entry model.

What is the biggest difference between the iRobot Roomba 105 and the iRobot Roomba Max 705?

Self-emptying and connectivity. The Max 705 empties its own bin automatically and connects over both 2.4GHz and 5GHz Wi-Fi with Bluetooth, while the Roomba 105 must be emptied by hand and connects over 2.4GHz only.

Does either the Roomba 105 or Roomba Max 705 mop?

No, both are vacuum-only robots with no mopping, detergent compatibility or auto mop features of any kind.

Which one supports more smart-home platforms?

The iRobot Roomba Max 705 supports Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant, IFTTT and Matter. The iRobot Roomba 105 supports only Google Home, Alexa and IFTTT.

Who should buy the iRobot Roomba 105?

Buyers who want basic LiDAR-mapped vacuuming at the lowest price and don't need self-emptying or the widest smart-home compatibility.

Who should buy the iRobot Roomba Max 705?

Buyers who want a self-emptying vacuum-only robot with stronger suction, dual-band Wi-Fi and support for Apple HomeKit, Home Assistant and Matter.

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