The Roomba is the robot vacuum that started it all — iRobot’s lineup now spans budget floor cleaners to flagship vacuum-and-mop combos that empty and wash themselves.
iRobot launched the first Roomba in 2002 and has sold tens of millions of robot vacuums since. Today’s range includes the affordable Roomba Vac and Combo essentials, mid-range j-series robots with obstacle avoidance that can recognize cords and pet waste, and flagship Combo models that vacuum, mop, self-empty and wash their own mop pads. PrecisionVision navigation, Imprint Smart Mapping and the iRobot Home app let you schedule room-by-room cleaning and keep-out zones.
iRobot supports its robots for years with replacement brushes, filters and batteries, and also sells certified refurbished models at a discount. Roomba robots can start cleaning automatically when you leave home using phone-based geofencing, and higher models learn your routines to suggest schedules — for example, a quick kitchen clean after breakfast on weekdays.
Roombas are one-time hardware purchases with no subscription. Entry models start around $180, mid-range robots with self-emptying run roughly $400-$600, and flagship vacuum-mop combos reach $1,000 or more. iRobot frequently discounts models during major sales events.
Anyone who wants floors cleaned on a schedule without thinking about it — especially pet owners and busy households choosing a proven brand with strong support and parts availability. If you are unsure where to start, the mid-range self-emptying models are the sweet spot for most homes.