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iRobot Roomba Max 705 Vac vs Roborock Q5 Pro+
These two robot vacuums are evenly matched with the same overall score.
iRobot Roomba Max 705 Vac
7.6/10$500
A solid pet-hair vacuum with strong LiDAR navigation, but the app glitches and 56% Reddit positive rate make it hard to recommend at full MSRP.
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Roborock Q5 Pro+
7.6/10$400
A vacuum-first budget bot with a 7-week auto-empty dock and excellent anti-tangle DuoRoller brush; the drag-pad mopping is basic and obstacle avoidance is weak.
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iRobot Roomba Max 705 VacRoborock Q5 Pro+
Overall
7.67.6
Hard Floor
7.88.5
Carpet
8.28.0
Mopping
—5.5
Navigation
8.47.5
Noise
7.57.5
Smart Features
7.08.0
Maintenance
8.57.8
Specifications
| iRobot Roomba Max 705 Vac | Spec | Roborock Q5 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| $500 | Price | $400 |
| 13000 | Suction (Pa) | 5500 |
| 3300 | Battery (mAh) | 5200 |
| 64.0 | Noise (dB) | 67.0 |
| — | Dustbin (ml) | — |
| — | Water Tank (ml) | — |
| — | Mop Lift (mm) | — |
| — | Height (mm) | — |
| — | Weight (kg) | — |
| ClearView Pro LiDAR + PrecisionVision AI | Navigation | PreciSense LiDAR |
| ✅ | Self-Empty | ✅ |
| ❌ | Self-Wash Mop | ❌ |
| ❌ | Self-Dry Mop | ❌ |
| ✅ | AI Obstacle | ❌ |
The Verdict
Both vacuums scored equally. Your choice depends on your specific needs and budget.