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iRobot · Vacuum cleaner

iRobot

Mixed6/10

US maker of the Roomba robot vacuum; bought out of Chapter 11 by its Chinese contract manufacturer Picea in January 2026.

Founded
1990
From
United States
HQ
Bedford, United States
Owned by
Picea Robotics (2026)
Made in
China and Southeast Asia (contract manufacturers, chiefly Picea)
Also sold as
Roomba
www.irobot.com

Vacuum cleaner

Mixed6/10Mid-range

Roomba defined the robot vacuum, but reviewers now see rivals offering more for the money. Picea's 2026 takeover keeps the brand going, though long-term app and support plans are less certain.

Good at

  • Simple, easy-to-use app and scheduling
  • Wide availability of parts and accessories
  • Good obstacle avoidance on newer Roombas

Weak at

  • Fell behind Roborock and Ecovacs on features per dollar
  • Company went through Chapter 11 and a 2026 ownership change
  • Mopping weaker than rival all-in-one docks
Reliability
Value
Features
Service & warranty
Roomba ComboRoomba MaxRoomba Plus

Best for: buyers who value a simple, familiar robot over cutting-edge features

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Vacuum cleaner brands in United States

iRobot is #7 of 8, best rated first.

#BrandRatingPriceDetails
1RoborockChina8/10GoodPremium
2MieleGermany8/10GoodPremium
3DysonUnited Kingdom8/10GoodLuxury
4EcovacsChina7/10GoodMid-range
5SharkUnited States7/10GoodMid-range
6SamsungSouth Korea7/10GoodPremium
7iRobotUnited States6/10MixedMid-range
8HooverUnited States5/10MixedBudget

Researched September 2026 from public reviews, consumer groups and retailer listings, and summarised by hand — ratings are a judgement, not a lab score. Check current reviews and local retailers before you buy.