iRobot
Roomba 505 Combo
The Roomba 505 Combo lands as a solid mid-range robot vacuum, built around LiDAR.
69/100
LiDARPrecisionVision AI TechnologyAlexa, Siri, Google Assistant
£699best price at Amazon
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Why we rate it
- LiDAR
- Carpet boost
- Mopping
- Spec-sheet rated, not bench-tested
Score profile
Scored against the robot vacuums classWhere the Roomba 505 Combo wins and loses
Full specification
Grouped · supported features marked in blueSpecifications
Navigation
Navigation typeLiDAR
LiDARYes
Obstacle avoidancePrecisionVision AI Technology
Suction and cleaning
Carpet boostYes
Mopping
MoppingYes
Auto mop liftingYes
Self-cleaning mop padYes
Base station
Auto-empty baseYes
Design and connectivity
Weight4.4 kg
Voice assistantAlexa, Siri, Google Assistant
App controlYes
More specs
MopYes
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Highlighted cell = better in that rowRoomba 505 Combo vs Roborock Roborock Q10 S5+ Robot Vacuum
Roomba 505 ComboRoborock Q10 S5+ Robot Vacuum
| iRobotRoomba 505 ComboThis page | RoborockRoborock Q10 S5+ Robot Vacuum | |
|---|---|---|
| Overall score | 69 /100 | 69 /100 |
| Navigation | LiDAR | LiDAR |
Who it's for
Is the Roomba 505 Combo right for you?
Buy it if
Buyers on a budget
Anyone who needs a dependable robot vacuum for the essentials without overspending.
Skip it if
Skip it if
You need the highest-end performance, in which case a higher-tier robot vacuum is the better call.
Daily user
Runs it most days and wants it to just work.
good
Busy household
Needs capacity and speed for a full home.
good
Budget buyer
Wants the essentials done well for less.
okay
Common questions
Before you buy
Is the Roomba 505 Combo worth it?
It depends on what you need. It scores 69/100 against other robot vacuums, a solid mid-range result where the class average is around 63.
What stands out on the Roomba 505 Combo?
Its lidar stands out, a genuinely useful feature if your setup calls for it.
How does it compare to the Dreame L50 Ultra AE Robot Vacuum and Mop?
The Dreame L50 Ultra AE Robot Vacuum and Mop scores 70/100 versus this one at 69/100, so it is the step up on the spec sheet.
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