iRobot Roomba i2
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- 3.6 inRobot heightlower than 5 of 9
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| This model iRobot Roomba i2 | Cheapest of the top 10 ILIFE V2 Best on 1 fact | Highest score here Tikom G8000 Max Best on 4 facts | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price and ranking | |||
| Lowest price | – | $99Amazon.com best | $129Amazon.com |
| Score | not in our ranking | best | |
| Rank | – | rank 8 of 9 without a station | rank 1 of 9 without a station |
| Customer rating | ★ 4.2 · 788 reviews | ★ 4.2 · 24,424 reviews | ★ 4.4 · 4,893 reviews best |
| Mopping | |||
| Mop type | no mop | no mop | flat or vibrating pad |
| Washes the mop | – | – | no |
| Station | |||
| Station same on all | charging dock only | charging dock only | charging dock only |
| Brush and obstacles | |||
| Anti-tangle brush | yes | yes | – |
| Obstacle avoidance | none | – | none |
| Climbs thresholds up to higher is better | 0.6 in (16 mm) | 0.6 in (15 mm) | 0.7 in (18 mm) best |
| Size, noise and age | |||
| Robot height lower is better | 3.6 in (9.1 cm) | 3 in (7.6 cm) | 3 in (7.6 cm) best |
| Noise not judged | – | 60 dB | – |
| On the market since | – | – | March 2025 |
Facts as the maker states them. A dash means the maker does not name it. Each model’s page gives the source of every fact. Noise is the maker’s own figure, so we do not judge it, and a customer rating only counts from 20 reviews.
iRobot Roomba i2 specifications
The numbers that matter first, then every fact by group. As published by the maker or the store we read it from.
Suction and brushes 2 facts
- Anti-tangle brush
A brush that guides hair to the side instead of letting it wind around the shaft. It saves the cutting work in homes with long hair or pets.
- yes
- Dirt detection
A sensor notices where more dirt lies, at the doormat for example, and the robot cleans that patch longer or a second time.
- yes
Mopping 1 fact
- Mop type
How the mop is built: flat pads, two spinning discs or a roller. Discs press harder on dried-on dirt, a roller rinses itself while it works.
- no mop
Navigation and obstacles 3 facts
- Navigation
How the robot maps your home and follows that map. Lidar measures with a laser and works in the dark, a camera looks along and recognizes more.
- gyroscope
- Obstacle avoidance
How the robot sees loose things on the floor, such as cables, socks or a pet accident. A camera with depth sensing sees more than a bumper that reacts on contact.
- none
- Climbs thresholds up to
The highest threshold the robot takes, as the maker states it. Measure your own: the step into a bathroom or onto a balcony is often higher.
- 0.6 in (16 mm)
Robot 2 facts
- Robot height
How tall the robot is. It decides whether it fits under your sofa, bed or cabinet.
- 3.6 in (9.1 cm)
- Robot weight
What the robot weighs. It counts most if you carry it up a staircase every day.
- 7 lb (3.18 kg)
Battery 1 fact
- Runtime per charge
How long the robot cleans on one charge, at its quietest setting. After that it recharges and carries on where it stopped.
- 75 min
Smart features and warranty 2 facts
- Voice assistants
Which voice assistants the robot works with, such as Google Assistant or Alexa.
- Alexa, Google Assistant
- Home Assistant
Whether the robot works with Home Assistant, the home automation software you run yourself. Official means the integration comes with Home Assistant itself, community that volunteers maintain it.
- official integration
Sources: irobot.com · amazon.com · homesupport.irobot.com · home-assistant.io
Frequently asked questions about the iRobot Roomba i2
Can the iRobot Roomba i2 mop?
No, this model only vacuums.
Does the iRobot Roomba i2 work with Alexa, Google Home or Siri?
It works with Alexa and Google Assistant. Home Assistant has an official integration for this model.
How high a threshold can the iRobot Roomba i2 climb?
Thresholds up to 0.6 in (16 mm), the maker says. Measure your own thresholds: the ones to a bathroom or balcony are often higher.
Does the iRobot Roomba i2 fit under low furniture?
The robot is 3.6 in (9.1 cm) tall, so it fits under furniture with at least 3.6 in of clearance. It has no turret on top.
How long does the iRobot Roomba i2 run on one charge?
75 minutes on its quietest setting.
