Questions & Answers

Q: QuestionWhat kind of sensors does this robot vacuum have?

• A:Answer It has specialized sensors to prevent it from falling down stairs, along with ClearView Pro LiDAR for mapping and navigation, and PrecisionVision AI to identify and avoid obstacles like cords, socks, and pet waste.

Q: QuestionDoes the Roomba have a mapping feature?

• A:Answer Yes, it uses ClearView™ Pro LiDAR to expertly map your home for maximized coverage and thorough cleaning.

Q: QuestionIs this robot vacuum good for pet hair?

• A:Answer Yes, it is designed for pet owners and features 70x more intense suction compared to the Roomba 600 series, along with a multi-surface rubber brush and edge-sweeping brush to effectively remove pet hair and other debris.

Q: QuestionDoes this Roomba have a self-emptying feature?

• A:Answer Yes, the Roomba comes with an AutoWash™ Dock that auto-empties debris for up to 75 days.

Q: QuestionHow much suction power does this Roomba have compared to the 600 series?

• A:Answer The Roomba Plus 505 has 70x more suction power than the 600 series.

Q: QuestionWhat kind of battery does this Roomba use?

• A:Answer This Roomba uses a Lithium-ion battery.

Q: QuestionHow does the Roomba handle obstacles like cords or pet waste?

• A:Answer It uses PrecisionVision™ AI Technology to recognize and navigate around obstacles like cords, socks, and pet waste.

Q: QuestionCan I control this Roomba with my voice assistant?

• A:Answer Yes, you can pair the Roomba with Alexa, Siri, or Google Assistant-enabled devices.

Q: QuestionHow does the Roomba handle different floor types like carpet and hard floors?

• A:Answer The Roomba has intuitive mop pads that auto-lift when sensing carpet, allowing for seamless multi-surface cleaning.

Q: QuestionWhat is the bin capacity of this Roomba?

• A:Answer The bin capacity is 0.1 gallons.

Q: QuestionDoes this Roomba empty itself?

• A:Answer Yes, the AutoWash Dock automatically empties the debris bin, refreshes and washes the mop pads, and then heat-dries them.

Q: QuestionWhat is the battery capacity of this Roomba?

• A:Answer The battery capacity is 5000 milliampere hours.

Q: QuestionCan I control the robot with my voice?

• A:Answer Yes, it's compatible with Alexa, Siri, and Google Assistant, allowing you to start cleaning, schedule cleanings, or target specific rooms with voice commands.

Q: QuestionCan you turn the mopping feature off completely if you want?

Asked 1 week ago by Jlizx.

• A:Answer Yes, you can turn off the mopping feature on a Roomba Combo 505 in two ways: either by physically removing the mopping system (the Combo Bin, cleaning pad, and tank) for a vacuum-only job, or by using the iRobot Home app to create a "No Mop Zone" on the map for specific areas. For completely disabling mopping, removing the mopping hardware is the most direct method.

  Answered 1 week ago by iRobot Team

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Q: QuestionWhat is the suction power of the iRobot-Roomba 505?

Asked 1 month ago by EdMo.

• A:Answer Hello Edmo, The suction power of our Roomba 505 Combo is 7000 Pa.

  Answered 1 month ago by iRobot Team

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Q: QuestionHow do you clean dust bin?

Asked 3 months ago by JohnB.

• A:Answer Hello JohnB, Please check out the following article which will contain a detailed guide on how to clean the Dust Bin - https://homesupport.irobot.com/s/article/50508

  Answered 3 months ago by iRobot Team

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Q: QuestionWhat cleaning solution am I supposed to use with this unit? Water isn’t doing the trick and it smells musty sitting. make the information based on specific models readily available on the app for things like this or send a bottle with this purchase.

Asked 4 months ago by Rylo.

• A:Answer Hello Rylo, Please check out the following article for all the approved cleaning solutions for your robot - https://homesupport.irobot.com/s/article/roomba-combo-cleanser Please note that using unapproved cleaning solutions can void your warranty.

  Answered 4 months ago by iRobot Team

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Q: QuestionMy combo arrived minus combo bin also does not empty bag mustem!pry by hand a disappoint since I was pleased with previous vacuums please address these proble.MS or replace

Asked 4 months ago by Cathy.

• A:Answer Hello Cathy, We are sorry to hear about the inconvenience. Please reach out to https://homesupport.irobot.com/s/contact-support-info, so we may properly diagnose your issue.

  Answered 4 months ago by iRobot Team

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Q: QuestionIs there anything else I need to purchase to use this when it arrives?

Asked 4 months ago by CliffW.

• A:Answer It comes with the side brush, two sets of mop pads, and two vacuum bags that are in the compartment - so not necessarily! I would get some more vacuum bags and parts for the future, but all you need is the iRobot app on your phone for setup when you first get it.

  Answered 4 months ago by szymonsssVerified Purchase

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