Robot Vacuums · Head to head

iRobot Roomba 105X vs Tikom G8000 Max

Full Robot Vacuums comparison in 2026

Updated October 2026
Data from Amazon and official iRobot and Tikom sites.
2026 verdict
Mapped rooms and real obstacle avoidance aside, the Tikom G8000 Max still leads the iRobot Roomba 105X.
Tikom G8000 Max
Winner
Tikom G8000 Max
$109.99$129.9915% OFFPrime exclusive deal
Buy on Amazon USA
The Tikom is the robot vacuum this pair recommends: better reviewed, more affordable, a mop, 150 minutes against 120, and Home Assistant. The iRobot Roomba 105X is the one that actually maps, with LiDAR, no-go zones and obstacle detection the Tikom does not have. The Tikom steers by gyroscope and publishes 5,000 Pa. Roomba suction is not documented. Buy the map, or buy the mop.
vs
News by email

Still comparing? Get what's new by email

New releases and the smart home news worth knowing, in your inbox.

Smart home news and new releases, straight to your inbox

New releases, comparisons and the smart home news worth knowing.

No spam. Unsubscribe in one click.

Your subscription could not be saved. Please try again.
Please enter a valid email address.
Tick the box above to finish signing up.
We couldn't verify you're human. Please try again.
Too many attempts. Please try again in an hour.
Your subscription has been successful.
FeatureiRobot Roomba 105XTikom G8000 MaxWinner
Rating4.24.4Tikom G8000 Max
Battery Life120 minutes150 minutesTikom G8000 Max
IntegrationsGoogle Home, AlexaGoogle Home, Alexa, Home AssistantTikom G8000 Max
Navigation TypeLaser (LiDAR)Gyroscope NavigationiRobot Roomba 105X
Obstacle DetectionYESNOiRobot Roomba 105X
Multi-Room MappingYESNOiRobot Roomba 105X
No-Go ZonesYESNOiRobot Roomba 105X
Mopping FunctionalityNOYESTikom G8000 Max
Warranty1 year1 yearTie
Auto RechargeYESYESTie
Connectivity2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth2.4 GHz WiFi, BluetoothTie
Cliff DetectionYESYESTie

What the differences mean

A map, or a wander

The iRobot Roomba 105X uses LiDAR, stores rooms, sets no-go zones and detects obstacles. The Tikom G8000 Max uses a gyroscope, draws a fresh path every run, and has no saved floor plan and no zones in the app. You fence it with a 1 m magnetic strip. One robot can be sent to the kitchen. The other covers what it reaches, then starts over tomorrow.

Mopping

The Tikom G8000 Max vacuums and mops in one pass, from a 300 ml water tank, with clean water only. The pad does not lift, and it is rinsed by hand. The iRobot Roomba 105X does not mop at all. Neither robot self-empties. The Tikom's 450 ml bin and the Roomba's bin both come out by hand. The Roomba's bin size is not documented.

Runtime, noise and height

The Tikom G8000 Max is rated for 150 minutes, 45 dB and 5,000 Pa, in a 78 mm body that weighs 5.3 lb, and it takes about 6.5 hours to charge. The iRobot Roomba 105X is rated for 120 minutes, stands 104 mm tall, weighs 6.27 lb, and takes about 5 hours to charge. Its suction and noise are not documented, so the Tikom's 5,000 Pa is not a win over a hidden number. It is simply the only figure published.

Home Assistant, not Apple Home

The Tikom G8000 Max reaches Home Assistant, Alexa and Google Home through a Tuya account, with Bluetooth used for setup, on 2.4 GHz. The iRobot Roomba 105X supports Alexa and Google Home and does not support Home Assistant. Neither supports Apple Home, SmartThings or Matter, and neither has 5 GHz Wi-Fi. The smart-home step is Home Assistant, not a premium assistant.

Which one to buy if

iRobot

iRobot Roomba 105X

Prime exclusive deal
Currently unavailable on Amazon USA
See on Amazon USA
  • + Navigation Type: Laser (LiDAR)
  • + Obstacle Detection: YES
  • + Multi-Room Mapping: YES
  • - Rating: 4.2 vs 4.4
  • - Battery Life: 120 minutes vs 150 minutes
Winner
Tikom

Tikom G8000 Max

15% OFF
Prime exclusive deal
$109.99
$129.99
Buy on Amazon USA
  • + Rating: 4.4
  • + Battery Life: 150 minutes
  • + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Home Assistant
  • - Navigation Type: Gyroscope Navigation vs Laser (LiDAR)
  • - Obstacle Detection: NO vs YES

What owners say

These owners are not describing the same kind of cleaning. iRobot Roomba 105X owners praise everyday suction on pet hair, a LiDAR map that can send the robot to one room, and a simple schedule, and they say it switches between carpet and hard floor on its own. They complain that a large home needs a recharge mid-run, that cords and mats still tangle it, and that there is no mop and no self-empty dock. Tikom G8000 Max owners are surprised by how much pet hair and dust a 450 ml bin holds, and by how quiet a 45 dB run is. They complain that it wanders without a saved floor plan, that the magnetic strip is too short to fence a real home, and that cables and rug fringes stop a robot with no camera.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is better overall: iRobot Roomba 105X or Tikom G8000 Max?

The Tikom G8000 Max, on price, reviews, a mop, a 150 minute rating and Home Assistant. The iRobot Roomba 105X is the one that maps with LiDAR, sets no-go zones and detects obstacles. Those are real advantages. They are not enough to flip this comparison.

What is the biggest difference between the iRobot Roomba 105X and the Tikom G8000 Max?

Navigation. The iRobot Roomba 105X builds a LiDAR map with rooms and no-go zones. The Tikom G8000 Max uses a gyroscope, redraws its path every run, and is fenced with a magnetic strip. The Tikom mops. The Roomba does not.

Does the Tikom G8000 Max map the house?

No. The Tikom G8000 Max does not store a floor plan. The iRobot Roomba 105X does, with LiDAR, multi-room mapping, no-go zones and obstacle detection. The Tikom instead adds a mop, a 78 mm body and a published 5,000 Pa.

Which robot vacuum works with Home Assistant?

The Tikom G8000 Max, through its Tuya account, along with Alexa and Google Home. The iRobot Roomba 105X supports Alexa and Google Home and does not support Home Assistant. Neither supports Apple Home, SmartThings or Matter.

Who should buy the iRobot Roomba 105X?

Buyers who need a mapped vacuum, room selection and no-go zones, and who will skip mopping and Home Assistant. Suction is not published. Runtime is 120 minutes.

Who should buy the Tikom G8000 Max?

Budget buyers who want a quiet mopping robot vacuum, a 78 mm body, Home Assistant, and can tolerate gyroscope navigation with a magnetic strip. It is the recommendation in this pair, not the better navigator.

Full comparison table

Compare all 166 Robot Vacuums side by side

You are looking at two of them. The full table lines up all Robot Vacuums in the catalog with the same specs, so you can filter by what you need and sort by price or rating.

  • 166 Robot Vacuums
  • 46 specs compared
  • 41 filters
Open the full comparison
More Robot Vacuums

Top Robot Vacuums to compare next

166 robot vacuums from 12 brands compared: Roborock, Dreame, Ecovacs, iRobot and more. Suction, navigation, mopping, self-emptying docks and prices.

All Robot Vacuums
iRobot

More iRobot products

A sharper look at other iRobot products worth comparing.

Explore iRobot
Tikom

More Tikom products

A sharper look at other Tikom products worth comparing.

Explore Tikom
Independent · Not sponsoredBrands never pay for placement or rankings. Affiliate commissions never influence our comparisons.

As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

CERTAIN CONTENT THAT APPEARS ON THIS SITE COMES FROM AMAZON. THIS CONTENT IS PROVIDED ‘AS IS’ AND IS SUBJECT TO CHANGE OR REMOVAL AT ANY TIME.

© 2026 Smart Home Compared
Search