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iRobot launches Roomba Max 875 Combo with carpet-sealing technology
The company introduced two new automated vacuum-and-mop models at IFA Berlin, led by a flagship device designed to improve suction efficiency.
The short version
- iRobot debuted two new combo robot vacuums at IFA Berlin 2026: the flagship Roomba Max 875 Combo and the midrange Roomba Plus 678 Combo.
- The flagship model incorporates chassis-sealing technology and heated mist mopping aimed at matching the cleaning performance of traditional stick vacuums.
- Both cleaning devices and their automated maintenance docks are currently available on the manufacturer's website.
- Real-world performance evaluations from independent reviewers remain pending following the initial product reveal.
Key facts
- iRobot announced the Roomba Max 875 Combo priced at $1,199 and the Roomba Plus 678 Combo priced at $899 at IFA Berlin 2026.[CNET]
- The Roomba Max 875 Combo features SealForce technology, which lowers a chassis skirt against carpet to direct airflow and utilizes 35,000 pascals of suction.[CNET]
- The flagship model includes heated mist mopping with 18 newtons of downward pressure, alongside a docking station that washes mop pads with 176°F water.[CNET]
- The midrange Roomba Plus 678 Combo utilizes unheated high-pressure water spray, 15 newtons of downward mopping pressure, and 30,000 pascals of suction.[CNET]
What remains uncertain
- Whether the new sealing mechanism delivers on manufacturer claims of carpet pickup comparable to traditional stick vacuums under independent testing conditions.[CNET]