Updated August 2026
Data from Amazon and official iRobot and Roborock sites.
2026 verdict
In 2026, the recommendation leans toward iRobot Roomba 105 over Roborock Q7 M5, driven by price, rating, and battery life. It separates itself most clearly on price, rating, and battery life, while still looking better on obstacle detection. Roborock Q7 M5 can still be the right pick, but only if mopping functionality outweighs the wider strengths of iRobot Roomba 105. That is why the final call still favors iRobot Roomba 105.
| Feature | iRobot Roomba 105 | Roborock Q7 M5 | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $149.00 | $149.98 | iRobot Roomba 105 |
| Rating | 4.2 | 4.0 | iRobot Roomba 105 |
| Battery Life | 200 minutes | 150 minutes | iRobot Roomba 105 |
| Obstacle Detection | YES | NO | iRobot Roomba 105 |
| Mopping Functionality | NO | YES | Roborock Q7 M5 |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Auto Recharge | YES | YES | Tie |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi | 2.4 GHz WiFi | Tie |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa, IFTTT | Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant | Tie |
| Navigation Type | Laser (LiDAR) | Laser (LiDAR) | Tie |
| Cliff Detection | YES | YES | Tie |
| Multi-Room Mapping | YES | YES | Tie |
Winner
6% OFF
$149.00
$159.00
- + Price: $149.00
- + Rating: 4.2
- + Battery Life: 200 minutes
- - Mopping Functionality: NO vs YES
35% OFF
$149.98
$229.99
- + Mopping Functionality: YES
- - Price: $149.98 vs $149.00
- - Rating: 4.0 vs 4.2
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: iRobot Roomba 105 or Roborock Q7 M5?
iRobot Roomba 105 has the stronger overall profile in this comparison, especially for price, rating, and battery life.
What is the biggest difference between iRobot Roomba 105 and Roborock Q7 M5?
Price is one of the clearest differences: iRobot Roomba 105 lists $149.00, while Roborock Q7 M5 lists $149.98.
Which one looks better on price?
iRobot Roomba 105 is listed at $149.00, while Roborock Q7 M5 is listed at $149.98. iRobot Roomba 105 (better spec).
Who should buy iRobot Roomba 105?
Choose iRobot Roomba 105 if your priority is price and rating and that matters more than mopping functionality.
Who should buy Roborock Q7 M5?
Choose Roborock Q7 M5 if your priority is mopping functionality and that matters more than price.
