Which is better for pet hair?

The 208's compactor packs hair and debris so you empty the bin less often, and its Efficient Particulate Air filter traps finer particles. The 1010's bristle brush and edge-sweeping brushes still handle hair well on both hard floors and carpet.

Which lasts longer per charge?

The 208, at 185 minutes versus 120 minutes for the 1010. That is about 65 more minutes, enough for a larger home on one charge.

Is the 208 worth the extra money?

At $169.99 versus $158.00, the $11.99 gap buys 65 more minutes of runtime and a dust compactor. If you have a big floor plan or hate emptying bins, it is worth it.

Does the 1010 map my home?

Yes. ClearView LiDAR maps rooms and lets you send it to a specific room or zone from the app. The 208's listing does not state a mapping system.

Can either one mop and vacuum at the same time?

The 1010 does vac only, mop only, or combo in one pass, with SmartScrub for 2x deeper scrubbing. The 208 is listed as a vacuum and mop combo but does not detail modes.

Which is better for carpet?

Both list carpet support and 70X suction. The 1010 adds a bristle brush for dirt pickup; the 208's compactor helps with debris volume on mixed floors.

iRobot Roomba 1010 Combo vs iRobot Roomba 208 DustCompactor

Buy the Roomba 1010 Combo if you want the lower price and a proven LiDAR mapper with a washable microfiber pad. Buy the Roomba 208 DustCompactor if longer runtime and a dust compactor matter more than saving about $12. The 1010 is $158.00 at Walmart as of November 7, 2026; the 208 is $169.99 at eBay as of the same date, and it has traded at $157.50.

Today the iRobot Roomba 1010 Combo costs $11.99 less at its best price.

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