iRobot launches Roomba Combo j9+ with iRobot OS 7.0, revolutionary Dirt Detective intelligence, SmartScrub, and Clean Base® Auto-Fill Dock, ensuring the new advanced robot vacuum and mop unparalleled power and intelligence. At the same time, the company's #1 robot for collecting dirt and dust1 – the Roomba® j9+ robot vacuum – is presented.
Denmark, September 11, 2023 – Consumers should be able to trust that their floor cleaning robot is intelligent enough not to create its own mess, that it completes the job without interruptions, and that it cleans according to their preferences. iRobot Corp. (NASDAQ: IRBT), a leader in household robots, today introduces two of its most intelligent and powerful models: the flagship Roomba Combo® j9+ robot vacuum and mop, and the Roomba® j9+ robot vacuum, which solve pitfalls that competing robots struggle with. The Roomba Combo j9+ takes automation and cleaning performance to a new level and includes a new Clean Base® Auto-Fill Dock that automatically empties dirt and refills the robot with liquid. iRobot also presents iRobot OS 7.0, which redefines cleaning automation with the additions of Dirt Detective and SmartScrub. The Roomba Combo j9+ and Roomba j9+ join the recently announced Roomba Combo j5+ and Roomba Combo i5+ robots as part of iRobot's expanded range of robot vacuums and mops. All are 2-in-1 robots that help you achieve perfectly tailored cleaning.
By leveraging its advanced testing facility, iRobot in 2023 created a comprehensive testing methodology focused on what matters most when it comes to a floor cleaning robot: cleaning efficiency, cleaning reliability, automatic cleaning and control, and good craftsmanship. iRobot's extensive benchmarking and internal testing in real-world cleaning scenarios revealed common robot pitfalls from competing robots, including stained carpets due to dirty mop cloths where the robot was unable to lift the cloth high enough, robots getting stuck due to insufficient obstacle avoidance, as well as hardware deficiencies and the lack of robot ability to get smarter through learning from past cleaning missions and software updates. With a combination of elegantly designed hardware and intelligent software, iRobot tackles these real-world challenges and provides customers with a superior cleaning experience.
"iRobot understands that customers need to be able to trust that the robot lives up to the promise of automated cleaning. If a robot continuously gets stuck, gets lost, creates stains on carpets due to a wet, dirty mop cloth being dragged over it, etc., then the customer loses confidence in the product," says Colin Angle, Chairman and CEO of iRobot. "The new Roomba Combo j9+ and Roomba j9+ tackle competing product shortcomings with superior technology, iRobot OS intelligence, and thoughtful digital experiences. They are designed so you can trust your robot to get the job done right."
iRobot OS 7.0 – Clean your home just as you would
Based on your habits, your home, and even the seasons, iRobot OS combines insights and technology to create a personalized cleaning experience tailored to fit your unique needs and preferences – all while giving you full control via the iRobot Home app. With iRobot OS 7.0, new digital technologies are introduced: Dirt Detective and SmartScrub.
"Since the unveiling of iRobot OS, we have continuously presented customers with new features and cleaning experiences that give them ways to clean intelligently and effortlessly according to their wishes," continues Angle. "With Dirt Detective, iRobot sets its products apart from competitors by introducing a unique cleaning experience. Dirt Detective lets our most powerful and intelligent robots know where the dirtiest areas in the home are - and the best way to clean these areas. This level of intelligence allows customers to forget about cleaning planning, knowing the robot handles it for them exactly as they would have done it."
Dirt Detective: Plans, predicts, and ensures a superior cleaning experience
A floor cleaning robot must be intelligent and efficient, it must first go to the dirtiest rooms and be smart enough to know that mopping the bathroom floor should be done last. Powered by iRobot OS, the revolutionary Dirt Detective intelligence allows Roomba Combo j9+ and Roomba j9+ to automate cleaning based on cleaning history, enabling you to forget about floor cleaning. It learns from past cleaning missions to automatically prioritize dirtier rooms and adjust settings such as suction power, cleaning passes, and floor scrubbing. Dirt Detective provides you with:
Cleanliness Assessment Map: With Roomba Combo j9+ and Roomba j9+, you can now check the iRobot Home app for a room-to-room cleanliness assessment. iRobot OS tracks cleaning missions and dirt events to assess which rooms need the most attention during the next cleaning job.
Prioritization of Dirty Rooms: With Dirt Detective, Roomba Combo j9+ and Roomba j9+ can now prioritize where to vacuum and mop, or just vacuum. Based on which rooms were last cleaned and the frequency of dirt events, Dirt Detective will automatically clean the dirtiest rooms - those that haven't been cleaned recently and need more attention. Dirt Detective also enables the Roomba Combo j9+ robot vacuum and mop to automatically clean the bathroom last.
Intelligent Cleaning Preferences: Dirt Detective creates a tailored cleaning plan based on room and floor type, automatically giving your floors a more thorough cleaning in higher traffic areas and a lighter cleaning in less demanding areas. It lets Roomba Combo j9+ and Roomba j9+ know to make two cleaning passes in the kitchen, increase suction power on carpeted areas, and apply a gentler suction on hallways. It also enables Roomba Combo j9+ to automatically mop more in areas where it's needed and less in areas where it's not - and for an extra floor scrub.
SmartScrub – Powerful and with downward pressure for a perfect clean
Some areas in the home need a more thorough cleaning - like an entryway filled with paw prints or the kitchen floor. With iRobot OS 7.0 updates, new Roomba Combo j9+ and existing Roomba Combo j7+ customers will be able to activate SmartScrub in targeted rooms, and the robot will scrub in a back-and-forth pattern with consistent downward pressure to effectively remove dirt. SmartScrub tackles stubborn dirt with 2x deeper floor scrubbing.2
"In addition to exceptional intelligence provided by iRobot OS 7.0, we are excited about the expansion of the 2-in-1 range with our most powerful and intelligent Roomba robots to date," says Barry Schliesmann, Chief Product Officer at iRobot. "A range of proprietary cleaning technologies make Roomba Combo j9+ and Roomba j9+ best in class for picking up everything from fine dust to stubborn dirt and hair deeply embedded in carpets and floors – and they always finish the job without getting stuck. Additionally, they are elegant and fit perfectly into any home."
Roomba Combo j9+ robot vacuum and mop – more power and intelligence than ever
Roomba Combo j9+ robot vacuum and mop is number 1 in its class, designed to tackle dust, dirt, and pet hair with unmatched precision. Its 4-stage cleaning system and unique dual rubber brushes provide 100% more powerful suction3 and floor scrubbing with downward pressure. Unlike competing 2-in-1 robots that barely or do not lift the mop cloth, iRobot's D.R.I. (Dry Rug Intelligence) means you can trust Roomba Combo j9+ to keep even high-pile carpets clean and dry. This is made possible by the unique Auto-Retract mop system, which lifts the mop to the top of the robot when it detects carpets, thereby preventing wet carpets.
The advanced iRobot OS technology creates an accurate map of the home 7x faster4 and automatically names the home's rooms. Thanks to iRobot OS, Roomba Combo j9+ can also recognize and maneuver around shoes, cords, backpacks, clothes, pets, and even solid pet waste, creating greater confidence that the job will be completed.
With Dirt Detective, Roomba Combo j9+ anticipates cleaning needs for all rooms in the home, automatically adjusts settings, and cleans the dirtiest rooms first based on insights from cleaning history, so you never have to plan where the robot should clean. To tackle stubborn dirt on hard floors, SmartScrub adds elbow grease to the mop, where the robot works in a back-and-forth pattern with constant downward pressure.
"Customers want a thoroughly scrubbed floor and for their carpets to remain clean and dry. By combining SmartScrub with our exclusive Auto-Retract mop system, iRobot is the only manufacturer on the market to offer a product that can do both. By lifting its mop to the top of the robot, the robot acts as a drip shield, separating the mop head from the floor when not in use, thereby preventing it from transferring wet dirt to carpets and mats," concludes Schliesmann.
Roomba Combo j9+ Clean Base® Auto-Fill Dock
The new, elegant Clean Base® Auto-fill Dock does more than ever to support the Roomba Combo j-series robot vacuum and mop. It empties dirt for up to 60 days and refills liquid for up to 30 days for truly hands-free cleaning. Beautifully crafted and made from premium materials with a wood-like top that serves as a decorative shelf. The Clean Base Auto-fill Dock also includes space for storing extra vacuum bags and mop cloths. iRobot's quietest Clean Base docking station to date - carefully engineered to produce less noise while working to empty dirt and refill liquid.
Roomba j9+ robot vacuum – #1 robot for picking up dust and dirt1
iRobot's most powerful and intelligent robot vacuum, Roomba j9+ is designed to thoroughly clean and refresh larger homes with and without pets. Based on years of cleaning research, it is designed and equipped with 100% more powerful suction3, a longer-lasting battery5, and more pet features than any other robot vacuum. With carpet boost technology, a 3-stage cleaning system, and dual rubber brushes, Roomba j9+ automatically detects floor type and adjusts its cleaning power to handle everything from fine dust to pet hair deep down in high-pile carpets. When finished cleaning, Roomba j9+ returns to the small and sleek Clean Base – External dustbin, where it automatically empties the robot's dustbin for up to two months. Like Roomba Combo j9+, Dirt Detective allows Roomba j9+ to analyze past cleaning preferences, patterns, and timing, so it can automatically prioritize the rooms that need the most attention and adjust settings such as suction power and number of cleaning passes room by room.
Thanks to iRobot OS and Imprint® Smart Mapping technology, Roomba Combo j9+ and Roomba j9+ understand more voice commands than any other robot vacuum. They can be paired with Alexa, Google Assistant, or Siri6, and you can ask the robot to clean specific rooms or near specific objects like the sofa, kitchen sink, dining table, or stove. With Precision Vision navigation, Roomba Combo j9+ and Roomba j9+ can also identify exactly what's ahead, and if there's an object to avoid, they steer clear. This includes cords, pet food and water bowls, toys, litter boxes, cats, dogs, and pet waste. iRobot's P.O.O.P. (Pet Owner's Official Promise)7 guarantees a replacement if Roomba misses a pet accident.
iRobot's commitment to customer data, privacy, and security
iRobot products and iRobot OS are supported by the company's commitment to your privacy and data security. The company uses the highest standards of data encryption to ensure that customer data remains private and secure. Customer data is used solely to improve your experience and the robot's performance. You can update settings in the app at any time, allowing you to determine what information iRobot can access. iRobot does not sell customer data.
iRobot's commitment to your data security has earned iRobot the trusted TÜV SÜD Cyber Security mark, the first company in the world to receive this level of certification.
1#1 cleaning system based on IEC 62285-7 on hard floors and carpets with dust. Cleaning system available in several iRobot products
2Compared to standard vacuuming and mopping mode of dirt
3Compared to the Roomba i-series
4Compared to previous iRobot mapping technology
5Compared to the Roomba j7 series
6Works with Alexa and Google Assistant-enabled devices. Alexa and all related logos are trademarks of Amazon.com or its affiliates. Google is a trademark of Google LLC. Siri is a registered trademark of Apple Inc., registered in the U.S. and other countries and regions.
7The offer is valid for one year from purchase and only covers replacement product. Applies exclusively to solid form pet waste from dogs and cats. Additional terms and conditions apply – see https://om.irobot.com/legal/terms-and-conditions#promise for full details.
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About iRobot Corp.
iRobot® is a global consumer robot company that designs and builds intelligent robots and smart home devices that make a difference in your life. iRobot introduced the first Roomba in 2002. Today, iRobot® is a global company that has sold millions of consumer robots worldwide. iRobot's product portfolio includes technologies and advanced concepts in cleaning, mapping, and navigation. From this portfolio, iRobot engineers build robots and smart home devices that improve indoor environments and help consumers with daily cleaning. For more information about iRobot®, please visit www.irobot.dk
To iRobot Investors
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Recommended Retail Prices and Availability
- Roomba Combo j9+: DKK 10,999 – Expected in stock: November 2023
- Roomba j9+: DKK 7,999 – Expected in stock: November 2023
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See a presentation of Roomba Combo j9+
See a presentation of Roomba j9+
