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iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ vs Shark Ion AV753 (Entry-Level)
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 Ion AV753 (Entry-Level)
6.2/10$229
Cheapest Shark robot. Random navigation, no mapping, but quiet and surprisingly good on hard floors.
Score Comparison
iRobot Roomba Combo j9+Shark Ion AV753 (Entry-Level)
Overall
7.66.2
Hard Floor
8.26.8
Carpet
7.85.5
Mopping
6.0—
Navigation
8.04.5
Noise
7.08.5
Smart Features
7.56.0
Maintenance
8.07.0
Specifications
| iRobot Roomba Combo j9+ | Spec | Shark Ion AV753 (Entry-Level) |
|---|---|---|
| $899 | Price | $229 |
| 5500 | Suction (Pa) | 1500 |
| 4460 | Battery (mAh) | 2150 |
| 67.0 | Noise (dB) | 58.0 |
| — | Dustbin (ml) | — |
| — | Water Tank (ml) | — |
| — | Mop Lift (mm) | — |
| — | Height (mm) | — |
| — | Weight (kg) | — |
| vSLAM Camera | Navigation | Random + Bump Sensor |
| ✅ | 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 Ion AV753 (Entry-Level) is more affordable at $229 vs $899.