iRobot expands floor-care ecosystem with Electro Plus and upgraded Roomba lineup
Jul 7, 2026, 11:15 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed
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Direct product launch with new pricing tiers and pre-sale momentum could lift near-term revenue and attract new customers, though consumer adoption and timing of retailer rollouts remain uncertain.
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iRobot announced Roomba Electro Plus, a cordless 5-in-1 hard-floor cleaner that sanitizes using electrolyzed water and tap water, killing 99.99% of microbes with no added chemicals. Alongside, a redesigned Roomba robot lineup offers stronger suction, smarter navigation, and smaller form factors. The portfolio shift signals a broader floor-care ecosystem and could lift near-term demand and revenue, especially as pre-sales begin.
iRobot unveils Roomba Electro Plus 5-in-1 hard floor cleaner using electrolyzed water.
Electro Plus disinfects 99.99% of microbes with tap water, no chemicals required.
Five new Roomba models entering NA; higher-end Max/Plus lines with smarter navigation.
Pre-sale started now; full availability at retailers later this month.
Electro Plus MSRP $399.99; robot line prices up to $999.99.
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