Irobot
iRobot Roomba Plus 505 Combo Robot Vacuum & Mop with AutoWash Dock - Extending Spinning Mop Pads, Self-Empties, Pad Wash & Heated Drying, Self-cleaning, Recognizes & Avoids Obstacles, LiDAR Navigation | Washes and Heat-Dries Pads, Siri, And Google Assistant
Best for
Best for busy households with mostly hard floors and light carpets who want daily automated mopping and vacuuming; skip it if you expect deep pet-hair removal on thick carpet or need a set-and-forget system without occasional manual intervention.
What buyers say
Most owners find the mapping fast and the combo mopping surprisingly effective at picking up daily grime, making it a practical tool for busy households. However, you’ll likely still need a deeper manual clean for stubborn messes and may encounter app or navigation frustrations over time.
Loved by buyers
- •Fast LiDAR mapping that accurately builds a home layout in minutes, much quicker than older models.
- •Extending mop pads that scrub edges and corners, reducing the need to sweep baseboards.
- •Multiple cleaning modes like vac-then-mop that let you schedule daily upkeep and come home to clean floors.
Buyer concerns
- •Navigation errors after months of use, with the robot getting lost or circling, sometimes requiring remapping.
- •Only a single multi-surface brush that traps hair and is tedious to clean, unlike dual-brush designs on other models.
- •App flaws: room selection is awkward for large homes, labels overlap, and connectivity can be glitchy.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is it loud while cleaning?+
It’s quieter than older Roomba models during cleaning, but the dock can be noticeably loud when emptying or washing pads, similar to a washing machine. On carpet, it gets louder on higher suction settings.
How long does the battery last on a single charge?+
For an average home, it cleans several rooms on a full charge; one owner saw 60% battery used after three standard rooms, so larger homes may need a mid-clean recharge.
Can it clean in the dark?+
No, it needs some light for LiDAR navigation to work properly. Running it at night without lights can cause it to get lost or stop.
How do I keep the dock from smelling?+
Empty the dirty water tank after each mopping session and rinse it out. Periodically remove and clean the dock's water filter to prevent odor buildup.
Key Features
- • DEEP DOWN AND WALL-TO-WALL. Advanced DualClean Mop Pads with PerfectEdge extend floor-mopping coverage by 18%* and SmartScrub adds 2x deeper scrubbing** to wipe out tough messes. *Compared to unextended DualClean Mop Pad**Compared to standard vacuum & mop mode on coffee & grime
- • STRONG SUCTION SERIOUS MOPPING. Devours messes from crumbs to pawprints with 70x more suction*, DualClean Mop Pads with PerfectEdge, SmartScrub, a multi-surface rubber brush, and edge-sweeping brush. *As compared to Roomba 600 series robots
- • CLEARVIEW PRO LIDAR. Expertly maps your home to maximize coverage and clean thoroughly, day or night- Plus, specialized sensors ensure Roomba robot won't take a tumble down stairs.
- • PRECISIONVISION AI TECHNOLOGY. Immediately recognizes cords, socks, even pet waste, and swiftly navigates around them. Identifies wet & dry messes ahead and repeats cleaning passes for a more thorough clean.
- • AUTOWASH DOCK DOES IT ALL. 75 days of auto-emptying, 4 weeks of mopping and pad washing*, continuous pad refreshing, and heated pad drying ensure an ultra-effective clean day after day. *Based on 1 mopping run per week
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