Winner
26% OFF
$591.80
$799.99
Updated November 2026
Data from the official iRobot site.
2026 verdict
The lower priced robot of this pair is not the compromise: the iRobot Roomba 415X wins this robot vacuum matchup on mopping and a 200 minute battery.
It vacuums and mops with a dock that washes, dries and lifts the mop pads, and it runs 200 minutes per charge against 120 on the iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock. The Max 715 is vacuum-only but answers with the broader smart home, adding Apple Home, SmartThings, Home Assistant and Matter plus 5 GHz Wi-Fi, and with 30000Pa of suction against the 20000Pa of the iRobot Roomba 415X. Both self-empty into their dock, and the Max 715 does it from a much smaller footprint. Choose the Max 715 for vacuum-only homes in tight spaces, and the iRobot Roomba 415X for mopping and long runs.
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The biggest differences
Where these two are furthest apart, and by how much.
- Battery Life+67%iRobot Roomba 415X200 minutes vs 120 minutes
- Suction Power+50%iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock30000Pa vs 20000Pa
| Feature | iRobot Roomba 415X | iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $591.80 | $699.00 | iRobot Roomba 415X |
| Battery Life | 200 minutes | 120 minutes | iRobot Roomba 415X |
| Connectivity | 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth | iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock |
| Integrations | Google Home, Alexa | Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter | iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock |
| Suction Power | 20000Pa | 30000Pa | iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock |
| Mopping Functionality | YES | NO | iRobot Roomba 415X |
| Auto Mop Washing | YES | NO | iRobot Roomba 415X |
| Auto Mop Drying | YES | NO | iRobot Roomba 415X |
| Rating | 3.2 | 3.2 | Tie |
| Warranty | 1 year | 1 year | Tie |
| Auto Recharge | YES | YES | Tie |
| Navigation Type | Laser (LiDAR) | Laser (LiDAR) | Tie |
What the differences mean
Mopping
The iRobot Roomba 415X mops with pads the dock washes, dries and lifts 10 mm over rugs. The iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock is vacuum only, with no water tank, mop or detergent support.
Battery life
The iRobot Roomba 415X is rated for 200 minutes per charge against 120 on the iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock, and it recharges faster, about 6 hours against 3.
Smart home reach
The iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock supports Apple Home, SmartThings, Home Assistant and Matter plus 5 GHz Wi-Fi. The iRobot Roomba 415X stops at Google Home and Alexa, with no Matter.
Suction
iRobot lists 30000Pa for the Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock against 20000Pa for the Roomba 415X, so the vacuum-only model pulls harder on carpet and heavy debris.
Dock footprint
The iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock uses a compact 213 x 172 x 290 mm AutoEmpty dock. The iRobot Roomba 415X AutoWash dock is a larger appliance that needs a permanent spot.
Which one to buy if
- hard floors need mopping
The iRobot Roomba 415X mops with pads the dock washes, dries and lifts, while the iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock cannot mop.
- your smart home runs on Apple Home, SmartThings or Matter
The iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock reaches all of them through Matter; the iRobot Roomba 415X does not.
- you want the longest runtime
The iRobot Roomba 415X is rated for 200 minutes against 120 on the iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock.
- the dock has to fit a tight space
The iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock dock is only 213 x 172 x 290 mm, far smaller than the AutoWash dock of the 415X.
Winner
26% OFF
$591.80
$799.99
- + Price: $591.80
- + Battery Life: 200 minutes
- + Mopping Functionality: YES
- - Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth vs 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth
- - Integrations: Google Home, Alexa vs Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
$699.00
- + Connectivity: 2.4 GHz WiFi, 5 GHz WiFi, Bluetooth
- + Integrations: Google Home, Alexa, Apple HomeKit, Samsung SmartThings, Home Assistant, Matter
- + Suction Power: 30000Pa
- - Price: $699.00 vs $591.80
- - Battery Life: 120 minutes vs 200 minutes
What owners say
Owners of the iRobot Roomba 415X describe the routine they wanted: the AutoWash dock empties the bin and washes and heat-dries the mop pads, while the 20000Pa suction lifts pet hair and dust from hard floors and low rugs. They praise the low 84 mm body for reaching under beds and sofas and the quietness that lets them schedule it overnight. Their recurring complaints are the companion app, which they find rough around renaming rooms and error messages, and hair that tangles around the spinning mop module or roller and needs clearing every week or two. A few add that the mop itself does not scrub as hard as a hand pass on tough stains.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better overall: the iRobot Roomba 415X or the iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock?
The iRobot Roomba 415X is better overall, winning on battery life, mopping, mop washing and mop drying. The iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock wins on price, integrations and suction power.
What is the biggest difference between the iRobot Roomba 415X and the iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock?
Mopping. The iRobot Roomba 415X vacuums and mops with a dock that washes and dries the mop, while the iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock only vacuums.
Which has stronger suction?
The iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock lists 30000Pa of suction, against 20000Pa for the iRobot Roomba 415X.
Which one works with Matter?
The iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock supports Matter, Apple Home, SmartThings and Home Assistant as well as Google Home and Alexa. The iRobot Roomba 415X supports Google Home and Alexa, with no Matter or Apple Home.
Who should buy each one?
Buy the iRobot Roomba 415X for vacuuming and mopping with a 200 minute battery. Buy the iRobot Roomba Max 715 Vac Robot + AutoEmpty Dock for stronger vacuum-only cleaning and wider smart home support.
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