Just "swap and mop" with the Roomba
Combo® j5+ and Roomba
Combo® i5+ robot vacuum and mops for a
powerful and intelligent clean
BEDFORD,
Mass., Aug. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- iRobot Corp.
(NASDAQ: IRBT), a leader in consumer robots, today expanded its
2-in-1 lineup with the Roomba Combo j5+ and Roomba Combo i5+ robot
vacuum and mops that can vacuum or combination clean with the
simple switch of a bin – giving customers more choice when it comes
to an iRobot hybrid floor cleaning solution.
"Following the successful launch of the Roomba Combo j7+,
customer demand for more iRobot 2-in-1 cleaning devices continues
to grow," said Barry Schliesmann,
chief product officer at iRobot. "We're meeting that demand by
expanding our 2-in-1 fleet with the Roomba Combo j5+ and Roomba
Combo i5+, giving customers greater choice when it comes to an
iRobot vacuum and mop option that best suits their home and
budget."
Roomba Combo j5+ mops where you want, skips where you
don't
The Roomba Combo j5+ robot vacuum and mop is designed for both
wet and dry floor cleaning – converting from an all-floor vacuum to
a hard floor vacuum and mop with the simple switch of a bin. With
the vacuum bin installed, the Roomba Combo j5+ employs
power-lifting suction and its unique Dual Multi-Surface Rubber
Brushes to a mix of floor types, from carpet and rugs to hard
surfaces – avoiding tangles with pet hair while picking up
everything from small particles to hair and large debris. When
using the vacuum bin, patented Dirt Detect™ Technology allows the
Roomba Combo j5+ to detect dirtier areas and clean them more
thoroughly, and the robot automatically empties itself into the
Clean Base Automatic Dirt Disposal. The Clean Base holds up to 60
days of debris and uses disposable bags for easy disposal without
the cloud of dust.
When it's time to mop, just swap in the Roomba
Combo® bin filled with water or a compatible
cleaning solution and the robot will automatically detect it's time
for a combination clean. The Roomba Combo j5+ will then instantly
transform into a robot vacuum that also mops, employing its Dual
Multi-Surface Rubber Brushes, Power-Lifting Suction, an
Edge-Sweeping Brush and mopping pad to tackle debris, dirty
footprints and dust.
Unlike competing 2-in-1 robots, the Roomba Combo j5+ is powered
by iRobot OS and gets smarter with each use, learning how best to
navigate your floors by creating a Smart Map, remembering room
names and your specific cleaning preferences. Customers can use the
iRobot Home App to set No Mop Zones so the robot knows to avoid
carpets and rugs to keep them dry. The Roomba Combo j5+ recognizes
more than 80 common objects,1 which enables the robot to
clean more specific places on command, like around kitty litter
boxes, toilet bowls, dishwashers and more.2 It also
allows the robot to detect and avoid floor hazards like cords,
clothes, shoes, socks, backpacks, pet bowls and pet toys to avoid
getting stuck and finish the job. Backed by iRobot's P.O.O.P
promise, the Roomba Combo j5+ also avoids solid pet waste. To make
cleaning even easier, pair the robot with your voice assistant and
simply tell it to clean specific rooms or by specific objects in
your home, and it does what you ask instantly.3 The
Roomba Combo j5+ understands approximately 600 voice commands, more
than competing 2-in-1 robots.
Roomba Combo i5+: Dual cleaning for smaller spaces
Also available from iRobot is the Roomba Combo i5+ robot
vacuum and mop – an all-floor-types vacuum that converts to a hard
floor vacuum and mop after switching bins, just like the Roomba
Combo j5+. Ideal for smaller homes with mostly hard floor surfaces,
the Roomba Combo i5+ purposefully and logically cleans in neat rows
to navigate multiple rooms within the home. Using the iRobot Home
app, customers can create a Smart Map and label room names to
initiate directed room cleanings. Cleaning jobs can be initiated
via the iRobot Home app or with a voice command when the robot is
paired with a voice assistant device. If the robot's battery runs
low, the Roomba i5+ will automatically recharge and resume cleaning
until the job is complete. When using the vacuum bin, the Roomba
Combo j5+ automatically empties up to 60 days' worth of dirt and
debris into its Clean Base, which doubles as the robot's charging
station.
Pricing & Availability:
North America:
The Roomba Combo j5+ and Roomba Combo i5+ are available immediately
for pre-sale in North America on
iRobot.com. They will also be available for pre-sale at select
retailers throughout North America
beginning September 3. Pricing starts
as follows:
Roomba Combo j5+ Robot Vacuum and Mop - $799
Roomba Combo i5+ Robot Vacuum and Mop - $549
Rest of World:
The Roomba Combo i5+ is currently available in Europe, and the Roomba Combo j5+ will be
available in the region in September. Availability in other
international markets will vary throughout the rest of 2023 and
into Q1 2024.
For more information:
Roomba robot vacuums,
Roomba Combo robot vacuum and mops, and Braava jet robot mop
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1Robot behavior varies by
object.
2Certain iRobot OS digital
features will only work with Imprint® Smart Mapping
robots, like the Roomba i Series, Roomba s Series, Roomba j Series
robot vacuums and Braava jet m6 robot mops. Timing and availability
of iRobot OS features may also differ based on model.
3Works with Alexa, Google Assistant enabled
devices and Siri. Alexa and all related logos are trademarks
of Amazon.com or its
affiliates. Google is a trademark of Google LLC.
Siri is a registered trademark of Apple Inc., registered in
the U.S. and other countries and regions.
About iRobot Corp.
iRobot is a global consumer
robot company that designs and builds thoughtful robots and
intelligent home innovations that make life better. iRobot
introduced the first Roomba robot vacuum in 2002. Today, iRobot is
a global enterprise that has sold millions of robots worldwide.
iRobot's product portfolio features technologies and advanced
concepts in cleaning, mapping and navigation. Working from this
portfolio, iRobot engineers are building robots and smart home
devices to help consumers make their homes easier to maintain and
healthier places to live. For more information about iRobot, please
visit www.irobot.com.
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