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iRobot Roomba Max 705 Combo vs Shark AV2511AE Matrix Self-Empty

The iRobot Roomba Max 705 Combo wins with a score of 7.6/10. Best for: Hard-floor homes with light-to-moderate pet shedding, and iRobot loyalists who want US-based support over a Chinese flagship..

WinneriRobot Roomba Max 705 Combo robot vacuum

iRobot Roomba Max 705 Combo

7.6/10$800

iRobot's long-awaited LiDAR comeback. The best mopping Roomba ever — but the reliability bugs documented on Reddit make it hard to recommend at MSRP.

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Shark AV2511AE Matrix Self-Empty robot vacuum

Shark AV2511AE Matrix Self-Empty

7.0/10$399

Budget-friendly LiDAR vacuum with self-empty base under $400. No mop, but solid for the price.

Score Comparison

iRobot Roomba Max 705 ComboShark AV2511AE Matrix Self-Empty
Overall
7.6
7.0
Hard Floor
8.5
7.5
Carpet
7.0
7.0
Mopping
7.8
Navigation
8.0
6.5
Noise
7.0
7.5
Smart Features
7.5
7.0
Maintenance
6.5
7.5

Specifications

iRobot Roomba Max 705 ComboSpecShark AV2511AE Matrix Self-Empty
$800Price$399
13000Suction (Pa)2800
Battery (mAh)2600
71.0Noise (dB)64.0
Dustbin (ml)
Water Tank (ml)
Mop Lift (mm)
Height (mm)
Weight (kg)
LiDARNavigationLiDAR
Self-Empty
Self-Wash Mop
Self-Dry Mop
AI Obstacle

The Verdict

The iRobot Roomba Max 705 Combo is the better choice with an overall score of 7.6/10 — best for hard-floor homes with light-to-moderate pet shedding, and irobot loyalists who want us-based support over a chinese flagship.. The Shark AV2511AE Matrix Self-Empty is more affordable at $399 vs $800.

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