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- Main Differences
- Design
- Performance
- Automation
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Roborock S6 MaxV vs iRobot Roomba j7/j7+
Side-by-Side Comparison
Products
Roborock S6 MaxV
iRobot Roomba j7/j7+
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Wet CompatibleMopping Only
Vacuum TypeRobot
BaglessYes
CordlessYes
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)No
Wet CompatibleNo
Lowest Height Cleared8.5 cm (3.3'')
Obstacle Detection SensorCamera-Based
Max Threshold Height1.9 cm (0.7")
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)No
Variants
- S6 MaxV (Black)
- Roomba j7+ (Graphite)
- Roomba j7 (Graphite)
Our Verdict
Roborock S6 MaxV
iRobot Roomba j7/j7+
The Roborock S6 MaxV and the iRobot Roomba j7 perform better for different uses, meaning one might be a better fit for your needs than the other. The Roborock incurs fewer recurring costs, has a much longer maximum battery life, comes with a mopping attachment, and delivers superior overall performance on bare floors and low-pile carpets. Its LIDAR sensor also allows for faster room mapping, though it also has cameras that let it identify and react to hazards in real-time. Meanwhile, the iRobot is compatible with a self-emptying docking station, takes much less time to recharge, deals with pet hair more effectively on low-pile carpets, and delivers better overall performance on high-pile carpets.
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S6 MaxV
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Roomba j7+
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S6 MaxV
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Roomba j7
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Multi-Surface Household
Threshold
Multi-Surface Household
6.8
Full Comparison
Design
Build Quality
8.5
Vacuum Type
Robot
Build Quality Picture
Build Quality
8.5
Build Quality Picture
Vacuum & Mop Combo
No
User Maintenance
6.0
7.0
Maintenance Picture
Brushroll Cleaning Video
Recurring Cost
4.5
3.0
Recurring Cost Picture
Bag Part Number
No bag
4640235
Filter Part Number
E11
4785883
HEPA Filter Part Number
No HEPA Filter
No HEPA Filter
Storing
8.9
Storing Picture
Height
3.94" (10.0 cm)
Width
15.35" (39.0 cm)
Depth
16.93" (43.0 cm)
Cord Storing
Not Needed
On-Board Tool Storage
Not needed
Vacuum Rack/Station
Yes
Dimensions
Robot Vacuum Dimensions
Robot Vacuum Height
8.6 cm (3.4")
Robot Vacuum Width
33.5 cm (13.2")
Robot Vacuum Depth
34.0 cm (13.4")
Docking Station Dimensions
Docking Station Height
33.4 cm (13.1")
Docking Station Width
31.5 cm (12.4")
Docking Station Depth
39.4 cm (15.5")
Dirt Compartment
7.1
Dirt Compartment Picture
Bagless
Yes
Volume
0.11 gal (0.42 L)
Full Indicator
Yes
Bag Included
No Bag Needed
Internal Dirt Compartment
6.1
Dirt Compartment Photo
Dirt Compartment Capacity
0.25 L
Full Indicator
Yes
Station Maintenance Capabilities
6.4
Station Photo
Auto Empty
Yes
Bagless Station
No
Dirt Compartment Capacity
2.40 L
Automatic Tank Refill
No
Mop Washing
No
Mop Drying
No
In The Box
In The Box Picture
Range
10
Cordless
Yes
Cord Length
N/A
Hose Length
N/A
Minimum Wand Length
N/A
Maximum Wand Length
N/A
Total Range
N/A
Portability
7.9
Total Weight
8.29 lbs (3.76 kg)
Weight In Hand
0.00 lbs (0.00 kg)
Carrying handle
No
Battery
8.8
9.1
Minimum Battery Life
91 min
102 min
Maximum Battery Life
180 min
102 min
Recharge Time
255 min
137 min
Recharge Dock
Yes
Battery Life Indicator
Yes
Removable Batteries
No
Yes
Quality-Of-Life Features
Picture Of Controls
Power Adjustment
Yes
No
Easy On/Off
Yes
Yes
Surface Type Adjustment
Only Automatic
Rotating Head
No
Self-Propelled
Yes
Headlights
No
Head Surface Type Adjustment
Only Automatic
Brushroll And Tools
Brushroll And Tools Photo
Brushroll Setup
Dual
Brushroll Type
Rubber
Side Brush Setup
Single
Side Brush Type
Fixed
Tools And Brushes
Tools And Brush Picture
Brushroll
Yes
Brushroll On/Off
No
Removable Brushroll
Yes
Turbo Brush
No
Crevice Tool
No
Upholstery Tool
No
Soft Bristle Brush
No
Hard Bristle Brush
No
Extension Wand
No
Ceiling Fan Tool
No
Pet Grooming Tool
No
Alternative Configuration
Alternative Configuration Photo 1
Alternative Configuration Photo 2
Blower Mode
No
Performance
Bare Floor Performance (Hardwood, Laminate, Tiles)
7.8
Setting Used
"Balanced"
Bare Floor Large Debris Graph
Large Debris at 0 gal (0L)
79%
Large Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L)
40%
Large Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L)
N/A
Large Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L)
N/A
Large Debris at 0.8 gal (3L)
N/A
Large Debris at 1.6 gal (6L)
N/A
Bare Floor Small Debris Graph
Small Debris at 0 gal (0L)
100%
Small Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L)
≈ 100%
Small Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L)
N/A
Small Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L)
N/A
Small Debris at 0.8 gal (3L)
N/A
Small Debris at 1.6 gal (6L)
N/A
Hard Floor Pickup
7.5
Hard Floor Pickup Video
Hard Floor Pickup Post Test
Low-Pile Carpet Performance
4.9
Setting Used
"Max"
Low Carpet Large Debris Graph
Large Debris at 0 gal (0L)
40%
Large Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L)
≈ 39%
Large Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L)
N/A
Large Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L)
N/A
Large Debris at 0.8 gal (3L)
N/A
Large Debris at 1.6 gal (6L)
N/A
Low Carpet Small Debris Graph
Small Debris at 0 gal (0L)
25%
Small Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L)
≈ 24%
Small Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L)
N/A
Small Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L)
N/A
Small Debris at 0.8 gal (3L)
N/A
Small Debris at 1.6 gal (6L)
N/A
High-Pile Carpet Pickup
7.0
High-Pile Carpet Pickup Video
High-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test
High-Pile Carpet Performance
6.5
Setting Used
"Max"
High Carpet Large Debris Graph
Large Debris at 0 gal (0L)
47%
Large Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L)
≈ 46%
Large Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L)
N/A
Large Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L)
N/A
Large Debris at 0.8 gal (3L)
N/A
Large Debris at 1.6 gal (6L)
N/A
High Carpet Small Debris Graph
Small Debris at 0 gal (0L)
40%
Small Debris at 0.07 gal (0.25L)
≈ 39%
Small Debris at 0.2 gal (0.75L)
N/A
Small Debris at 0.4 gal (1.5L)
N/A
Small Debris at 0.8 gal (3L)
N/A
Small Debris at 1.6 gal (6L)
N/A
Low-Pile Carpet Pickup
7.0
Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Video
Low-Pile Carpet Pickup Post Test
Pet Hair Floor Performance
9.4
Pet Hair Graph
Bare Floor
100%
Low-Pile Carpet
96%
High-Pile Carpet
72%
Pet Hair Pickup
7.0
Pet Hair Pickup Video
Pet Hair Pickup Post Test
Suction
0.0
Suction Video
Maximum Hose Suction
N/A
Maximum Head Suction
0.2 inH₂O (0.04 kPa)
Normal Head Suction
0.0 inH₂O (0.01 kPa)
Setting Used For Normal
"Balanced" (App)
Hose Diameter
N/A
Airflow
2.9
5.8
Maximum Airflow Video
Maximum Head Airflow
14.2 CFM (0.4 m³/min)
6.0 CFM (0.2 m³/min)
Noise
9.3
7.8
Noise Video
Bare Floor
60.7 dBA
63.0 dBA
Low-Pile Carpet
64.3 dBA
57.5 dBA
Household Adaptability
8.0
7.5
Household Adaptability
Pet Hair Furniture Performance
0.0
Sofa Pickup Video
Sofa Pickup Post Test
Obstacle Avoidance
9.2
Obstacle Detection Sensor
Camera-Based
Object Recognition
Yes
Obstacle Video
Bare Floor: Avoidance Rate
93%
Bare Floor: Intervention Rate
0%
Carpet: Avoidance Rate
58%
Carpet: Intervention Rate
0%
Always Avoided Pet Waste
Yes
Height Clearance
9.0
Height Clearance Video
Lowest Height Cleared
8.5 cm (3.3'')
Threshold Clearance
7.0
Low Threshold Video
High Threshold Video
Max Threshold Height
1.9 cm (0.7")
Air Quality
Sealing Quality Video
Anti-Allergy Filter (HEPA)
No
No
Cracks
4.5
5.5
Cracks Video
Wood Cracks Post Test
Stains
5.0
1.0
Stain Video
Stain Pickup Post Test
Water
0.0
0.0
Wet Compatible
Mopping Only
No
Water Video
Water Pickup Post Test
Automation
Physical Automation
7.1
8.9
Recharge And Resume
Yes
Automatic Recharging
Yes
Automatic Bag Emptying
No
Pathing Algorithm
Smart
Smart
Physical Boundary Markers
No
No
Scheduled Start Buttons
No
No
Cycle Control Buttons
Onboard Only
On-Board Only
Navigation Control Buttons
Return to Base Only
Return To Base Only
Companion App Automation
9.5
7.5
Companion App Screen Grabs
App Name
Roborock
iRobot HOME
Software Boundary Markers (No-Go Zones)
Yes
Yes
App Scheduled Start
Yes
Yes
App Cycle Control
Yes
Yes
Navigation Control Within App
Yes
No
iOS Availability
Yes
Android Availability
Yes
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