IROBOT LAUNCHES $1,199 ROOMBA MAX 875 COMBO

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WED, SEP 2, 2026

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iRobot unveiled its most powerful robot vacuum yet at IFA 2026. The Roomba Max 875 Combo joins a new budget model in the company's latest lineup.

The Roomba Max 875 Combo carries a $1,199 price tag and represents iRobot's flagship offering. The device combines vacuuming and mopping capabilities in a single unit. iRobot also introduced the Roomba Plus 678 Combo at $899, providing a lower-cost entry point to the combo category. Both models were announced at IFA 2026, Europe's largest tech conference. The releases mark iRobot's continued push into premium home robotics, building on existing combo offerings that integrate multiple cleaning functions. The 875 designation suggests positioning at the higher end of iRobot's current Roomba Max line. Specific performance metrics and feature details were not disclosed in the announcement.

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