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iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ vs Shark RV2502AE AI Ultra
The iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ wins with a score of 7.6/10. Best for: Pet owners who prioritize the P.O.O.P. pet-waste guarantee and want a simple app experience..
Winner
iRobot Roomba Combo j9+
7.6/10$899
The premium Roomba with the best pet-waste avoidance in the industry, but its basic wipe-only mopping falls short of Roborock and Dreame flagships.
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Shark RV2502AE AI Ultra
7.5/10$699
Vacuum-only LiDAR Shark with 60-day self-empty base. Solid mid-range pick if you don't need mopping.
Score Comparison
iRobot Roomba Combo j9+Shark RV2502AE AI Ultra
Overall
7.67.5
Hard Floor
8.27.8
Carpet
7.87.2
Mopping
6.0—
Navigation
8.08.2
Noise
7.07.8
Smart Features
7.57.5
Maintenance
8.07.5
Specifications
| iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ | Spec | Shark RV2502AE AI Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| $899 | Price | $699 |
| 5500 | Suction (Pa) | 3200 |
| 4460 | Battery (mAh) | 2600 |
| 67.0 | Noise (dB) | 65.0 |
| — | Dustbin (ml) | — |
| — | Water Tank (ml) | — |
| — | Mop Lift (mm) | — |
| — | Height (mm) | — |
| — | Weight (kg) | — |
| vSLAM Camera | Navigation | LiDAR + AI Camera |
| ✅ | Self-Empty | ✅ |
| ❌ | Self-Wash Mop | ✅ |
| ❌ | Self-Dry Mop | ❌ |
| ✅ | AI Obstacle | ✅ |
The Verdict
The iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ is the better choice with an overall score of 7.6/10 — best for pet owners who prioritize the p.o.o.p. pet-waste guarantee and want a simple app experience.. The Shark RV2502AE AI Ultra is more affordable at $699 vs $899.