iRobot Roomba – Robot Vacuum Ecosystem Overview

Created by Lamont Gibson, Modified on Wed, 1 Jul at 8:19 AM by Lamont Gibson

Purpose

This overview serves as the SmartHomeConcierge.ai master reference for the iRobot Roomba ecosystem. It provides a comprehensive summary of products, platform features, mobile app capabilities, subscriptions, smart cleaning technologies, integrations, and common configuration categories used by SmartHomeConcierge.ai technicians when assisting customers and creating device-specific configuration articles.

iRobot develops intelligent robotic vacuum cleaners, robot mops, and combination cleaning robots that use advanced mapping, AI navigation, obstacle avoidance, and automated cleaning systems to provide hands-free floor care throughout the home.

Supported Products

Robot Vacuums

Roomba Combo 10 Max
Roomba Combo j9+
Roomba Combo j7+
Roomba Combo i5+
Roomba j9+
Roomba j7+
Roomba j5+
Roomba i7+
Roomba i5+
Roomba i3+
Roomba 900 Series
Roomba 800 Series
Roomba 600 Series

Robot Mops

Braava jet m6
Braava jet 240
Braava jet 250

Auto-Empty Systems

Clean Base® Automatic Dirt Disposal
AutoWash™ Dock
AutoFill Dock
AutoEmpty Dock

Mobile Applications

iRobot Home App

Mobile App Features

Feature	Description
Device Management	Add, organize, rename, and manage iRobot devices.
Smart Maps	Create and manage floor maps of your home.
Room Management	Divide, merge, and rename rooms.
Cleaning Schedules	Schedule cleaning by room, zone, or entire home.
Cleaning History	Review previous cleaning sessions and reports.
Notifications	Receive cleaning, maintenance, and device alerts.
Firmware Updates	Install over-the-air software updates.
Multi-Device Management	Control multiple Roomba and Braava devices from one account.

Subscription Services

Free Features

Remote Robot Control
Smart Maps
Room Cleaning
Zone Cleaning
Cleaning Schedules
Cleaning History
Maintenance Reminders
Firmware Updates
Device Notifications

Premium Features

Most Roomba smart features are included with the iRobot Home app.
Optional replacement plans, consumables, and support services may vary by region.
No subscription is required for standard robot operation or app functionality.

Core Hardware Features

Feature	Description
Smart Navigation	Navigates efficiently using cameras, sensors, and advanced mapping.
Dirt Detect®	Detects dirtier areas and cleans them more thoroughly.
PrecisionVision AI	Identifies and avoids common household obstacles on supported models.
Auto-Empty Dock	Automatically empties the robot's dustbin into a sealed bag.
AutoWash Dock	Washes and dries mop pads on supported Combo models.
Smart Mapping	Creates editable maps of the home.

Cleaning Features

Vacuum Only
Mop Only
Vacuum & Mop
Room Cleaning
Zone Cleaning
Spot Cleaning
Edge Cleaning
Carpet Cleaning
Hard Floor Cleaning
Quiet Cleaning
Deep Cleaning
Scheduled Cleaning
Favorite Cleaning Routines
Recharge & Resume
Cleaning History

Navigation Features

Imprint® Smart Mapping
PrecisionVision AI
Camera Navigation
Obstacle Avoidance
Dirt Detect®
Multi-Floor Maps
Room Labels
Keep Out Zones
Clean Zones
Furniture Recognition (supported models)
Automatic Room Suggestions

Dock Features

Clean Base Automatic Dirt Disposal
Auto-Empty
AutoWash Mop Cleaning
Mop Drying
Auto Water Refill
Automatic Charging
Recharge & Resume
Dust Bag Monitoring

Smart Features

Feature	Description
Imprint® Smart Mapping	Learns the home's layout for customized cleaning.
Dirt Detect®	Focuses additional cleaning time on dirtier areas.
PrecisionVision AI	Avoids cords, shoes, pet waste, and other obstacles on supported models.
Favorite Routines	Save frequently used cleaning tasks for one-touch operation.
Keep Out Zones	Prevent the robot from entering selected areas.
Clean Zones	Target frequently used areas for faster cleaning.

Automation Features

Scheduled Cleaning
Favorite Cleaning Routines
Room Automation
Zone Cleaning
Recharge & Resume
Smart Dock Automation
Automatic Dirt Disposal
Automatic Mop Washing
Automatic Mop Drying
Seasonal Cleaning Suggestions

Notification Features

Cleaning Started
Cleaning Completed
Bin Full Alerts
Dust Bag Full Alerts
Mop Maintenance Alerts
Filter Replacement Alerts
Brush Replacement Alerts
Device Offline Alerts
Firmware Update Notifications

Maintenance Features

Filter Monitoring
Main Brush Monitoring
Side Brush Monitoring
Mop Pad Monitoring
Dust Bag Replacement
Sensor Cleaning
Wheel Maintenance
Battery Health Monitoring
Dock Maintenance

Privacy Features

Two-Factor Authentication
Secure Cloud Communication
User Permissions
Device Sharing
Encrypted Communications

Smart Home Integrations

Amazon Alexa
Google Home
Apple Siri Shortcuts
IFTTT
Home Assistant (community integration)
SmartThings (limited integrations)

Voice Assistant Integration

Amazon Alexa

Start Cleaning
Stop Cleaning
Pause Cleaning
Resume Cleaning
Return to Dock
Clean Specific Rooms

Google Assistant

Start Cleaning
Stop Cleaning
Pause Cleaning
Dock Robot
Clean Selected Rooms

Apple Siri Shortcuts

Start Favorite Routine
Return Robot to Dock
Pause Cleaning
Resume Cleaning

Device Management Features

Add Devices
Remove Devices
Rename Devices
Smart Map Management
Room Management
Device Sharing
Firmware Updates
Cleaning History
Maintenance Tracking
Device Diagnostics

Common Customer Requests

Connect iRobot Home App
Connect Robot to Wi-Fi
Create Smart Maps
Divide or Rename Rooms
Configure Clean Zones
Configure Keep Out Zones
Schedule Cleaning
Create Favorite Routines
Configure Auto-Empty Dock
Configure AutoWash Dock
Connect Alexa
Connect Google Home
Update Firmware
Troubleshoot Mapping Issues
Restore Wi-Fi Connectivity