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iRobot Roomba Combo j9 Plus

The iRobot Roomba Combo j9 Plus is a premium robot vacuum and mop lauded for its excellent obstacle avoidance, particularly pet waste, and its innovative retractable mop that keeps carpets dry. However, its high price and relatively weak suction power compared to competitors are significant drawbacks.

The short version

The iRobot Roomba Combo j9 Plus is a premium robot vacuum and mop lauded for its excellent obstacle avoidance, particularly pet waste, and its innovative retractable mop that keeps carpets dry. However, its high price and relatively weak suction power compared to competitors are significant drawbacks.

Pros
6
Cons
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Sources
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What's good

  • Excellent obstacle avoidance, especially for pet waste, with a P.O.O.P. guarantee [cite: 1, 6]
  • Innovative retractable mop pad prevents wetting carpets [cite: 1, 2, 6]
  • Automatic emptying of the dustbin and refilling of the mop tank for hands-free operation [cite: 1, 2, 6]
  • +3 more in the deep verdict

What's not

  • High price point [cite: 2]
  • Suction power is weaker compared to similarly priced competitors [cite: 1, 3]
  • Ongoing costs for replacement parts like bags and mop pads [cite: 2]
  • +5 more in the deep verdict

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