Which is better for carpet?

The Roborock Q10 S5+. It has 10,000 Pa suction, auto boost on carpet, and a mop that lifts so rugs stay dry.

Which is better for hard floors?

The Roomba Combo j8 Enhanced is fine for hard floors and costs less. The Roborock still cleans hard floors well and mops more thoroughly.

Is the Roborock worth the extra $50?

For carpet, pets, or heavy shedding, yes. For a mostly hard-floor home with light mopping, the Roomba saves money.

Which lasts longer between dock empties?

Close. The Roomba's Clean Base is rated up to 60 days; the Roborock's bag is rated up to 7 weeks.

Do both work with Alexa and Google Assistant?

Yes. Both support Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant.

Which is better for pet hair?

The Roborock. Higher suction plus its anti-tangle main and side brushes handle pet hair better on carpet.

iRobot Roomba Combo j8 Enhanced + Autoempty dock vs Roborock Q10 S5+ Robot Vacuum and Mop

The Roborock Q10 S5+ is the better pick for most homes, especially carpeted ones and pet owners: 10,000 Pa suction, a vibrating mop that lifts over carpet, and up to 7 weeks between dock empties. The Roomba Combo j8 Enhanced is the simpler, cheaper choice at $249.99 at Woot as of October 28, versus $299.99 at its lowest for the Roborock as of October 30. Choose the Roomba if you mostly have hard floors and want occasional mopping for less money.

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