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iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty Dock review: 118 specs compared

Avg. price:~£350Max suction power:7000 PaRuntime:120 minDustbin capacity:400 mLMax threshold height:16 mm

iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty Dock Review: Compare 118 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Robot Vacuums category and whether it is worth buying.

iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty Dock
7.8/10

Overall score

Score
7.8/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the robot vacuum's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
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80%

7.4

Technical score

20%

9.0

User score

â–²Better than 74% of robot vacuums
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the robot vacuum's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a robot vacuum with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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Score components

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

â–²Better than 73%
7.4

Technical score

Technical score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of robot-vacuum performance across cleaning, navigation, mopping, battery life, filtration, brush design, smart features, and dimensions.
When it matters
When you want to compare robot vacuums based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 62% of models
Score components

30%

7.7

Cleaning

23%

7.7

Navigation

18%

6.7

Mopping

12%

5.9

Battery

10%

8.8

Smart Features

7%

8.0

Design

â–²Better than 62%
9.0

User score

User score
9.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the robot vacuum
When it matters
When you want to know how a robot vacuum handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
★Better than 98%
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Technical Specifications of robot vacuum iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty Dock

Technical score
Technical score
7.4/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of robot-vacuum performance across cleaning, navigation, mopping, battery life, filtration, brush design, smart features, and dimensions.
When it matters
When you want to compare robot vacuums based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 62% of models
Score components:

30%

7.7

Cleaning

23%

7.7

Navigation

18%

6.7

Mopping

12%

5.9

Battery

10%

8.8

Smart Features

7%

8.0

Design

7.4
User score
User score
9.0/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the robot vacuum
When it matters
When you want to know how a robot vacuum handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 98% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

10

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
9.0
Popularity
Popularity
10/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the robot vacuum.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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★ Better than 91% of models
Popularity:
iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty Dock has a popularity index of 10, higher than that of 91.5% of robot vacuums and equal to that of 8.5% of robot vacuums.
10
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the robot vacuum's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a robot vacuum with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 73% of models
Score components:

70%

7.8

Overall score

30%

8.7

Price

8.0
Max suction power
7,000 Pa
Market range: <1.6k Pa – >12k Pa
This robot vacuum has a maximum suction pressure of 7,000 Pa, which is higher than 78.7% of robot vacuums and equal to 3.5% of robot vacuums.
N. of suction power levels
4
Market range: <2 – >4
This robot vacuum has 4 suction power levels, which is more than 49.7% of robot vacuums offer and the same number as 43.8% of robot vacuums offer.
Motor type
brushless
This robot vacuum uses a brushless motor, a type that is generally more efficient than those used by 2.7% of robot vacuums and also used by 97.3% of robot vacuums.
Power
?
Cleaning modes
3
Market range: <2 – >5
This robot vacuum offers 3 cleaning modes, which is fewer than 62% of robot vacuums offer and the same number as 27.7% of robot vacuums offer.
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Mopping capability
yes
This robot vacuum can mop floors. 78.8% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
Mopping system type
static pad
This robot vacuum uses static pad for mopping. This system is more effective than those on 20.4% of robot vacuums and as effective as those on 46.3% of robot vacuums.
Mop pad type
semi-circular
Mop pad material
microfiber
Mop pressure
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Primary navigation technology
LiDAR
This robot vacuum uses LiDAR as its primary navigation system, which is more capable than the systems in 34.7% of robot vacuums and matched by 60.4% of robot vacuums.
Mapping capability
yes
This robot vacuum maps the floor. 74% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
Real-time mapping
yes
This robot vacuum updates its map in real time. 68.5% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
Multiple map storage
yes
This robot vacuum stores multiple maps. 56.4% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
Map editing
yes
This robot vacuum lets you edit maps. 63.8% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
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App control
yes
This robot vacuum supports app control. 5.5% of robot vacuums support app control.
App name
iRobot Home
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This robot vacuum supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 6.3% of robot vacuums support Wi-Fi connectivity.
Supported Wi-Fi bands
2.4 GHz
Bluetooth connectivity
yes
This robot vacuum supports Bluetooth connectivity. 35.5% of robot vacuums support Bluetooth connectivity.
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Battery capacity
3,000 mAh
Market range: <2.4k mAh – >5.2k mAh
This robot vacuum has a battery capacity of 3,000 mAh, which is lower than 53.7% of robot vacuums and equal to 3.4% of robot vacuums.
Battery type
LiFePO4
Battery voltage
14.4 V
Runtime
120 min
Market range: <90 min – >240 min
This robot vacuum runs for 120 min per charge, which is shorter than 57.6% of robot vacuums and equal to 19.8% of robot vacuums.
Recharge and resume
yes
This robot vacuum resumes cleaning after charging. 83.1% of robot vacuums offer this feature.
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Shape
round
Height
104 mm
Width
335 mm
Length
336 mm
Weight
2.92 kg
Market range: <2.59 kg – >4.76 kg
This robot vacuum weighs 2.92 kg, making it lighter than 79.7% of robot vacuums.
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iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty Dock vs the average robot vacuum

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  • 3,000 Pa stronger maximum suction
    This robot vacuum has stronger maximum suction than the average robot vacuum (7,000 Pa vs 4,000 Pa). The average robot vacuum has a maximum suction pressure of 4,000 Pa.
    7,000 Pa vs 4,000 Pa
  • Empties its dustbin automatically
    This robot vacuum empties its dustbin automatically, while the average robot vacuum requires manual dustbin emptying.
  • Detects dirtier areas
    This robot vacuum detects dirtier areas, while the average robot vacuum does not detect dirtier areas.
  • 1.5 h shorter charging time
    This robot vacuum takes less time to recharge fully than the average robot vacuum (3 h vs 4.5 h). The average robot vacuum takes 4.5 h.
    3 h vs 4.5 h
  • Newer model
    This robot vacuum was released in 2025, later than the average robot vacuum in 2023. The average release year for robot vacuums is 2023.
    2025 vs 2023
  • Dispenses cleaning solution automatically
    This robot vacuum dispenses cleaning solution automatically, while the average robot vacuum does not. 26.4% of robot vacuums offer this.
  • 18.2% lighter
    This robot vacuum is lighter than the average robot vacuum (2.9 kg vs 3.57 kg). The average robot vacuum weighs 3.57 kg.
    2.92 kg vs 3.57 kg
  • Has a child lock
    This robot vacuum has a child lock, while the average robot vacuum does not. 44.9% of robot vacuums offer this.
  • 13% higher user score
    User score
    9.0/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the robot vacuum
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a robot vacuum handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty Dock
    the average robot vacuum
    iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty Dock has a higher user score than the average robot vacuum (9.04 vs 8.000).
    9.04 vs 8
  • 53.2% more popular
    iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty Dock is more popular than the average robot vacuum (10 vs 6.5).
    10 vs 6.53
  • 1.5 h shorter charging time
    This robot vacuum takes less time to recharge fully than the average robot vacuum (3 h vs 4.5 h). The average robot vacuum takes 4.5 h.
    3 h vs 4.5 h
  • 52 m² larger cleaning area
    This robot vacuum has a larger maximum cleaning area than the average robot vacuum (232 m² vs 180 m²). The average robot vacuum has a maximum cleaning area of 180 m².
    232 m² vs 180 m²
  • 0.3 W lower standby power consumption
    This robot vacuum draws less power in standby than the average robot vacuum (1.7 W vs 2 W). The average robot vacuum draws 2 W in standby.
    1.7 W vs 2 W
  • Newer model
    This robot vacuum was released in 2025, later than the average robot vacuum in 2023. The average release year for robot vacuums is 2023.
    2025 vs 2023
  • 18.2% lighter
    This robot vacuum is lighter than the average robot vacuum (2.9 kg vs 3.57 kg). The average robot vacuum weighs 3.57 kg.
    2.92 kg vs 3.57 kg
  • 3 dB quieter
    This robot vacuum has a lower reported cleaning noise level than the average robot vacuum (62 dB vs 65 dB). The average robot vacuum has a reported noise level of 65 dB.
    62 dB vs 65 dB
  • 2.23 kg lighter base station
    This robot vacuum has a lighter base station than the average robot vacuum (2.1 kg vs 4.3 kg). The average robot vacuum's base station weighs 4.3 kg.
    2.07 kg vs 4.3 kg
  • Has a child lock
    This robot vacuum has a child lock, while the average robot vacuum does not. 44.9% of robot vacuums offer this.
  • 3,000 Pa stronger maximum suction
    This robot vacuum has stronger maximum suction than the average robot vacuum (7,000 Pa vs 4,000 Pa). The average robot vacuum has a maximum suction pressure of 4,000 Pa.
    7,000 Pa vs 4,000 Pa
  • Empties its dustbin automatically
    This robot vacuum empties its dustbin automatically, while the average robot vacuum requires manual dustbin emptying.
  • Detects dirtier areas
    This robot vacuum detects dirtier areas, while the average robot vacuum does not detect dirtier areas.
  • Dispenses cleaning solution automatically
    This robot vacuum dispenses cleaning solution automatically, while the average robot vacuum does not. 26.4% of robot vacuums offer this.
  • Supports cleaning solution
    This robot vacuum supports cleaning solution for mopping, while the average robot vacuum does not. 44.8% of robot vacuums support this.
  • More basic obstacle avoidance
    This robot vacuum uses basic sensors for obstacle avoidance, while the average robot vacuum uses hybrid.
    basic sensors vs hybrid
  • 1 fewer cleaning modes
    This robot vacuum offers fewer cleaning modes than the average robot vacuum (3 vs 4). The average robot vacuum offers 4 cleaning modes.
    3 vs 4
  • Does not have a floating main brush
    This robot vacuum does not have a floating main brush, while the average robot vacuum has a floating main brush.
  • 4 mm lower threshold clearance
    This robot vacuum can only cross lower thresholds than the average robot vacuum (16 mm vs 20 mm). The average robot vacuum can cross thresholds up to 20 mm high.
    16 mm vs 20 mm
  • Does not show its location in real time
    This robot vacuum does not show its location in real time, while the average robot vacuum shows its location in real time.
  • 38 mm narrower main brush
    This robot vacuum has a narrower main brush than the average robot vacuum (140 mm vs 178 mm). The average robot vacuum has a main brush 178 mm wide.
    140 mm vs 178 mm
  • 30 min shorter runtime
    This robot vacuum runs for less time per charge than the average robot vacuum (120 min vs 150 min). The average robot vacuum runs for 150 min.
    120 min vs 150 min
  • 40 mL less onboard water capacity
    This robot vacuum has a smaller onboard water tank than the average robot vacuum (200 mL vs 240 mL). The average robot vacuum's onboard water tank holds 240 mL.
    200 mL vs 240 mL
  • 34.6% more expensive
    iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty Dock is more expensive than the average robot vacuum (£350 vs £260).
    £350 vs £260
  • 30 min shorter runtime
    This robot vacuum runs for less time per charge than the average robot vacuum (120 min vs 150 min). The average robot vacuum runs for 150 min.
    120 min vs 150 min
  • 200 mAh smaller battery capacity
    This robot vacuum has a smaller battery capacity than the average robot vacuum (3,000 mAh vs 3,200 mAh). The average robot vacuum has a battery capacity of 3,200 mAh.
    3,000 mAh vs 3,200 mAh
  • More basic obstacle avoidance
    This robot vacuum uses basic sensors for obstacle avoidance, while the average robot vacuum uses hybrid.
    basic sensors vs hybrid
  • 4 mm lower threshold clearance
    This robot vacuum can only cross lower thresholds than the average robot vacuum (16 mm vs 20 mm). The average robot vacuum can cross thresholds up to 20 mm high.
    16 mm vs 20 mm
  • Does not show its location in real time
    This robot vacuum does not show its location in real time, while the average robot vacuum shows its location in real time.
  • 1 fewer cleaning modes
    This robot vacuum offers fewer cleaning modes than the average robot vacuum (3 vs 4). The average robot vacuum offers 4 cleaning modes.
    3 vs 4
  • Does not have a floating main brush
    This robot vacuum does not have a floating main brush, while the average robot vacuum has a floating main brush.
  • 38 mm narrower main brush
    This robot vacuum has a narrower main brush than the average robot vacuum (140 mm vs 178 mm). The average robot vacuum has a main brush 178 mm wide.
    140 mm vs 178 mm
  • 40 mL less onboard water capacity
    This robot vacuum has a smaller onboard water tank than the average robot vacuum (200 mL vs 240 mL). The average robot vacuum's onboard water tank holds 240 mL.
    200 mL vs 240 mL

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09/07/2026
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independent.co.uk
11/11/2025
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rtings.com
27/01/2026
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Third-party reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
Reviews last updated: July 2026 · How we calculate this

What customers like about iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty Dock

  • Powerful 7,000 Pa suction effectively removes pet hair, crumbs and dust.
  • Compact, convenient self-emptying station keeps users from touching the bin for weeks.
  • Improved LiDAR navigation with fast, accurate mapping.
  • Good value for an iRobot model with self-emptying.
  • Comprehensive app features including no-go zones and zone cleaning.

What customers don't like about iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty Dock

  • The iRobot Home app is unintuitive, slow and sometimes buggy.
  • Basic drag-behind mop without automatic lifting is ineffective on stubborn stains.
  • No advanced object-detection obstacle avoidance.
  • Firmware updates can be long and frustrating.
  • The self-emptying station is loud.

Verdict

The iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty Dock is a 2-in-1 robot vacuum and mop featuring ClearView LiDAR navigation to build up to 3 custom maps, an integrated 3,000 mAh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, a 400ml dry bin, and a 200ml water tank. It delivers a powerful 7,000 Pascals (70x) of suction across 4 adjustable power levels and utilizes automatic carpet detection to prevent wetting rugs while dragging its microfiber pad. Its core advantage lies in the included AutoEmpty Dock, which holds debris for up to 75 days in AllergenLock bags for convenient, low-maintenance cleaning. However, major downsides include a very basic "drag-and-wipe" mopping mechanism with no automated mop-lifting or self-cleaning capabilities, a lack of advanced small-obstacle avoidance due to missing camera hardware, and a clunky, unintuitive smartphone application.

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