iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max
For pet owners who want camera obstacle avoidance and a mop that never touches carpet; check availability first, as it is now hard to find new.
Amazon $399.99$399.99
The iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max is the better robot vacuum overall, rated 4.0 to 3.4. The iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max leads on cleaning, value and navigation. The iRobot Roomba Plus 405 Combo wins on mopping. The iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max costs $100 less ($399.99 vs $499.99).
iRobot Roomba Plus 405 Combo
#103 in Self-cleaning dockFull review
Suits large, mostly hard-floor homes that want a self-washing mop dock from a familiar brand; weak carpet and pet hair results make it a poor fit for rugs and pets.
Amazon $499.99$499.99
Prices were last checked October 27, 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 iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max for cleaning (measured 85% of sand from carpet, 100% of pet hair, some hair tangled (0.5) vs measured 58% of sand from carpet, 49.5% of pet hair, some hair tangled (0.2)), value ($400 vs $500) and navigation (Camera + 3D light vs LiDAR).
- Choose the iRobot Roomba Plus 405 Combo for mopping (Dual spinning pads vs Static pad).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every self-cleaning dock robot vacuum; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max | iRobot Roomba Plus 405 Combo |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Cleaning 30% | 64 measured 85% of sand from carpet, 100% of pet hair, some hair tangled (0.5) | 11 measured 58% of sand from carpet, 49.5% of pet hair, some hair tangled (0.2) |
| Value 25% | 92 $400 | 78 $500 |
| Dock 20% | 87 Self-empties the bin, washes the mop | 87 Self-empties the bin, washes the mop |
| Navigation 15% | 80 Camera + 3D light | 65 LiDAR |
| Mopping 10% | 10 Static pad | 56 Dual spinning pads |
Independent tests
iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max
| Tested by | Carpet deep clean | Pet hair | Hair tangle (0 = none) | Area per charge | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vacuum Wars | 85% | 100% | 0.5 | 542 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 Plus 405 Combo
| Tested by | Carpet deep clean | Pet hair | Hair tangle (0 = none) | Area per charge | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vacuum Wars | 58% | 49.5% | 0.2 | 1,421 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). |
Specifications
| iRobot Roomba Combo 10 Max | iRobot Roomba Plus 405 Combo | |
|---|---|---|
| Vacuum | ||
| Main brush | dual rubber brushes | multi-surface rubber brush |
| Mopping | ||
| Mop | Static pad | Dual spinning pads |
| Leaves mop at dock | No | No |
| Extending mop | No | No |
| Dock | ||
| Dock | Washes mop + empties | Washes mop + empties |
| Self-empties | Yes | Yes |
| Washes mop | Yes | Yes |
| Hot-air drying | No | No |
| Navigation & app | ||
| Navigation | Camera + 3D light | LiDAR |
| Obstacle avoidance | PrecisionVision camera recognises and avoids cords, socks and pet waste | Object sensing (sensor type not given) |
| Matter | Yes | - |
| Voice assistants | Alexa, Siri, Google Assistant | Alexa, Siri, Google Assistant |
| Build | ||
| Height | 3.4 in (86 mm) | 4.2 in (107 mm) |
| Battery | 4,200 mAh | - |
| Weight | 11 lb (5 kg) | 9.1 lb (4.1 kg) |
| Released | 2024-08 | 2025-03 |