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iRobot Roomba 105 vs SwitchBot K11+

Full Robot Vacuums comparison in 2026

Updated September 2026
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2026 verdict
Want the robot to empty itself? The SwitchBot K11+ is the better equipped budget robot vacuum of these two, thanks to its self-emptying dock and far broader smart home support.
SwitchBot K11+
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SwitchBot K11+
$199.49$239.9917% OFF
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It empties into a 4L dock bag, adds a pre-moistened mop pad, is rated at a quiet 45 dB and works with Matter, Apple Home, SmartThings and Home Assistant as well as Alexa and Google Home, all in a body just 248 mm across. The iRobot Roomba 105 wins on runtime, rated at 200 minutes against 150 minutes, and is usually the lower priced of the pair, with a larger 335 mm body and a bin you empty by hand. Both map several rooms with LiDAR, avoid obstacles, set no-go zones and connect over 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi. Choose the SwitchBot K11+ for a compact, hands-off robot in a small home, and the iRobot Roomba 105 for longer vacuum-only runs on a tight budget.
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FeatureiRobot Roomba 105SwitchBot K11+Winner
Price$149.00$199.49iRobot Roomba 105
Rating4.24.1iRobot Roomba 105
Battery Life200 minutes150 minutesiRobot Roomba 105
IntegrationsGoogle Home, AlexaGoogle Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, MatterSwitchBot K11+
Mopping FunctionalityNOYESSwitchBot K11+
Self-Emptying DustbinNOYESSwitchBot K11+
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
Auto RechargeYESYESTie
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi2.4 GHz WiFi, BluetoothTie
Navigation TypeLaser (LiDAR)Laser (LiDAR)Tie
Obstacle DetectionYESYESTie
Cliff DetectionYESYESTie

What the differences mean

Self-emptying dock

The SwitchBot K11+ empties its bin into a 4L bag in the dock, which owners say lasts weeks. The iRobot Roomba 105 has no self-emptying dock, so its bin is emptied by hand every few days.

Size

The SwitchBot K11+ measures 248 mm across and 92 mm tall against 335 mm and 104 mm for the iRobot Roomba 105. The smaller body reaches between chair legs and into corners, while the larger one covers more floor per pass.

Battery life

The iRobot Roomba 105 is rated at 200 minutes and the SwitchBot K11+ at 150 minutes. Roomba owners still mention recharge stops in bigger homes, so neither is built for large floor plans in one run.

Smart home support

The SwitchBot K11+ adds Matter, Apple Home, SmartThings and Home Assistant to the Alexa and Google Home support both share. The iRobot Roomba 105 stops at Alexa and Google Home.

Mopping

The SwitchBot K11+ carries a pre-moistened wipe pad for light upkeep; the iRobot Roomba 105 does not mop at all.

Which one to buy if

iRobot

iRobot Roomba 105

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$149.00
$299.99
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  • + Price: $149.00
  • + Rating: 4.2
  • + Battery Life: 200 minutes
  • - Integrations: Google Home, Alexa vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
  • - Mopping Functionality: NO vs YES
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SwitchBot

SwitchBot K11+

17% OFF
$199.49
$239.99
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  • + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
  • + Mopping Functionality: YES
  • + Self-Emptying Dustbin: YES
  • - Price: $199.49 vs $149.00
  • - Rating: 4.1 vs 4.2

What owners say

Owners of both robots are pleased with LiDAR mapping that cleans in orderly paths and with how much pet hair each picks up for the money. iRobot Roomba 105 owners single out a roomy bin that lasts a few days and a quieter run than their older robot, but they name battery life as the main limit in larger homes, some see weaker pickup on thicker carpet, and a few report battery or navigation faults after some months. SwitchBot K11+ owners single out the small body reaching corners and chair legs, a tangle-free brush, weeks between dock bags and helpful customer service, while warning that the mop is only a wipe pad, hair can collect at rug edges, and the robot can climb ledges or stall under very low furniture.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: iRobot Roomba 105 or SwitchBot K11+?

The SwitchBot K11+. It self-empties into a 4L dock bag, adds a light mop pad and supports Matter, Apple Home, SmartThings and Home Assistant. The iRobot Roomba 105 runs longer at 200 minutes and usually costs less, but you empty its bin by hand.

What is the biggest difference between the iRobot Roomba 105 and the SwitchBot K11+?

The dock. The SwitchBot K11+ empties itself into a bag, while the iRobot Roomba 105 only charges on its base. The K11+ is also much smaller, at 248 mm across against 335 mm.

Which has the longer battery, the iRobot Roomba 105 or the SwitchBot K11+?

The iRobot Roomba 105, rated at 200 minutes against 150 minutes for the SwitchBot K11+. Both return to their base and resume cleaning on their own.

Does the SwitchBot K11+ mop better than the iRobot Roomba 105?

The SwitchBot K11+ is the only one of the two that mops at all, and only lightly, with a pre-moistened wipe pad. The iRobot Roomba 105 is vacuum-only.

Who should buy the iRobot Roomba 105?

Budget buyers in small to medium homes who want mapped, vacuum-only cleaning with a long rated runtime and do not mind emptying the bin by hand.

Who should buy the SwitchBot K11+?

Apartment owners, anyone with tight corners and furniture legs, and smart homes on Matter, Apple Home or Home Assistant that want a compact robot that empties itself.

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