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are nearly identical, both featuring a 3-stage cleaning system and dual multi-surface rubber brushes.

The "i5 Combo" variant includes an interchangeable bin that allows the robot to mop hard floors, a feature not originally standard for the

The , released in 2022 , is often characterized as a "slightly smarter" version of the earlier Roomba i3 . The primary distinction lies in its mapping capabilities , which was a major software evolution for iRobot’s mid-range lineup at the time. The Main Difference: Smarter Mapping 2022---iRobot-Roomba-i5--a-slightly-smarter-Roomba-i3

was launched with more advanced "Imprint Smart Mapping" features.

offered a slightly more "premium" out-of-the-box software experience in 2022, many reviewers noted that it was essentially the same machine as the upgraded or compare it to newer 2025 LiDAR models ? are nearly identical, both featuring a 3-stage cleaning

Both models offer 10x the suction of the entry-level 600 series and utilize Dirt Detect technology to focus on messier areas. Comparison Summary Roomba i3 (Original) Roomba i5 (2022) Navigation Straight lines (Gyroscopes) Navigation Straight lines (Gyroscopes) Room-Specific Cleaning No (at launch) Room-Specific Cleaning Yes Upgradable to Genius 4.0 (Out of box) Mopping Capability Vacuum only (standard) Mopping Capability Combo variant available

To bridge this gap, iRobot released the Genius 4.0 software update in early 2022, which brought these same smart mapping features to the . Because of this, the was rebranded in some regions as the Go to product viewer dialog for this item. . Hardware and Mopping Variants Mechanically, the Go to product viewer dialog for this item. The Main Difference: Smarter Mapping was launched with

(Original): Could map a home to ensure complete coverage in neat rows but did allow users to select specific rooms for cleaning.