iRobot

iRobot has introduced the Roomba Max 875 Combo and Plus 678 Combo with SealForce vacuuming technology, 35,000 Pa suction, 20 L/s airflow, and heated ThermaMist mopping. We break down the new flagships, the novel carpet-sealing chassis design, the AutoWash Dock, and what the September 2026 launch means for iRobot’s fight to stay relevant.

iRobot has unveiled the Roomba Duo at IFA 2026, a dual-unit robot vacuum and mop system where a tall main robot vacuums and steam-mops open floors while a mechanical arm deploys an ultra-slim companion robot into tight spaces. Here is how the ambitious concept works, what the shared-map AI coordination enables, and what it signals about iRobot’s comeback strategy.