Ecovacs Deebot N20 Plus
A basic self-emptying LiDAR robot for vacuuming; since it is hard to find new, the T50 Max Pro Omni is the better buy.
Amazon $194.42$194.42
The Ecovacs Deebot N20 Plus is the better robot vacuum overall, rated 3.8 to 3.5. The Ecovacs Deebot N20 Plus leads on value. The Ecovacs Deebot N20 Plus costs $74.58 less ($194.42 vs $269).
iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty
#10 in Vacuum and mopFull review
A low-cost way into self-emptying LiDAR vacuums for homes that only need light mopping.
Amazon $269$269
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Ecovacs Deebot N20 Plus for value ($194 vs $269).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every vacuum and mop robot vacuum; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Ecovacs Deebot N20 Plus | iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Cleaning 30% | 60 measured 79% of sand from carpet, 96% of pet hair, no hair tangled | 48 not yet tested; estimated from 3 tested iRobot robots and the median of the 70 tested robots |
| Value 25% | 100 $194 | 82 $269 |
| Dock 20% | 62 Self-empties the bin | 62 Self-empties the bin |
| Navigation 15% | 65 LiDAR | 65 LiDAR |
| Mopping 10% | 10 Static pad | 10 Static pad |
Independent tests
Ecovacs Deebot N20 Plus
| Tested by | Carpet deep clean | Pet hair | Hair tangle (0 = none) | Area per charge | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vacuum Wars | 79% | 96% | 0 | 943 sq ft | Embedded sand in medium-pile carpet; flattened 2.5 in pet hair on carpet, two runs; 7 in hair tangle on hard floor (0 = none wrapped). |
iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty
No independent test published yet.
Specifications
| Ecovacs Deebot N20 Plus | iRobot Roomba 105 Combo + AutoEmpty | |
|---|---|---|
| Vacuum | ||
| Claimed suction | 8,000 Pa | - |
| Main brush | single floating bristle brush (ZeroTangle) | multi-surface bristle brush |
| Dustbin | 400 mL | - |
| Extending side brush | No | - |
| Mopping | ||
| Mop | Static pad | Static pad |
| Leaves mop at dock | No | No |
| Extending mop | No | No |
| Water tank | 220 mL | - |
| Dock | ||
| Dock | Self-empty | Self-empty |
| Self-empties | Yes | Yes |
| Washes mop | No | No |
| Navigation & app | ||
| Navigation | LiDAR | LiDAR |
| Obstacle avoidance | Infrared and bump sensors only | Object sensing (sensor type not given) |
| Climbs thresholds | 20 mm | - |
| Voice assistants | Alexa, Google Assistant | - |
| Build | ||
| Height | 3.8 in (96 mm) | 4.1 in (104 mm) |
| Retracting LiDAR | No | No |
| Battery | 5,200 mAh | 3,000 mAh |
| Run time | Up to 5 h | - |
| Weight | - | 6.5 lb (2.9 kg) |
| Warranty | 1 year | - |
| Released | 2024-09 | 2025-03 |