iRobot Roomba 205 DustCompactor Cordless Vacuum U112020 5.8" Cleaning Path Black
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The iRobot Roomba 205 is a versatile robot vacuum that excels in cleaning various surfaces, including hardwood and carpets. Guests appreciate its user-friendly app for mapping and scheduling cleanings, as well as its compact design that fits well in small spaces. While many enjoy its strong suction and ability to pick up pet hair, some have experienced issues with navigation and battery life. Overall, it offers a convenient cleaning solution for busy households.
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3.9 out of 5 stars with 190 reviews
56% would recommend
53 recommendations
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
9 September, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Has lots of power and suction which makes it work well on carpet and bare floors
1 out of 5 stars
28 August, 2026
originally posted on https://www.irobot.com/

Does NOT work
The computer does not remember which rooms it has done. I had to re-set the settings several times before the routine would "stick" in the memory. This took hours of (wasted) time. The vacuum gets caught on lamp bases, under the sofa, on speaker legs (1/8" high), on the recliner legs. In other words, it runs for about 4 minutes, then gets stuck and runs the battery down. Charging takes 4-5 hours. Then try again, for another 4 minutes! Once it claimed to have finished the first floor routine--but the history showed 1 minute in the living room. Nope. I've had it for 2 weeks, have tried to vacuum the living room rug about 6 times, and this time, I'm sitting right here to re-direct it constantly. Now it's making a horrible noise--I thought the dog was getting sick. I emptied it, still makes this obnoxious noise so I can't even use the phone while it's "working". Now it's in the wrong room entirely! I've set "no" zones, which now include under the sofa and much of the living room! My Roomba 600 had no problems. The computer is really bad.
1 reply from iRobot team - 12 days ago
Dear Customer, we apologize for the inconvenience you've faced. We want to ensure we resolve this for you as soon as possible. Could you kindly share your email address associated with the robot registration, so we can address the issue directly?
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
25 August, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Had an early model many years ago and I hated it. This one is amazing! Used it daily for 3 months so far. I own two Aussies and 3 cats. I also have a toddler. My house is hard flooring with some area rugs. 1050sqft it does need to go back and charge once before finishing. I’m so happy I’m not sweeping everyday and the floors feel clean.
1 reply from iRobot Team team - 3 days ago
Hello Veronica, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about the Romba 205 Vac. We’re thrilled you are loving your new robot. Three cheers for clean floors!
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
23 August, 2026Verified purchase
Fantastic
This room is unbelievable in a good way we had years ago Was just ok.This one hardly needs emptying and works much better. It connects to Alexa and we can operate it from across the room. It's a real robot that talks to you and mas the rooms. Such a great deal now too!
1 out of 5 stars
23 August, 2026
(no review title)
absolutely unacceptable delivery condition
1 reply from iRobot Team team - 19 days ago
We appreciate you taking the time to provide feedback on the Roomba 205. We're sorry to hear about the difficulties you are experiencing. Please reach out to https://homesupport.irobot.com/s/contact-support-info, so we may properly diagnose your issue.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
22 August, 2026Verified purchase
Don't purcase or get a refund before 90 days
It stopped charging within 2 months of purchase. Make sure you return it within 90 days or you’ll be stuck with an inoperable vacuum and no refund.
1 reply from iRobot Team team - 12 days ago
We appreciate you taking the time to provide feedback on the Roomba 205. We're sorry to hear about the difficulties you are experiencing. Please reach out to https://homesupport.irobot.com/s/contact-support-info, so we may properly diagnose your issue.
4 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
11 August, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Taking a little to get used to. Trying to get it to go where I want it to but that's on me
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
4 August, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
I bought two of these while on sale. They’ve worked great so far!
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
3 August, 2026Verified purchase
It's a NO for me
The idea of a robot vacuum gets two stars from me. I hoped it would perform well, but it was a major disappointment. There was no real suction, and I couldn’t speak to durability because I packed it back up about 15 minutes after the first use. I only needed it for wood floors, yet it wouldn’t stay on its path or remain connected to the internet. Maybe I’m not tech savvy enough, but this vacuum is a definite no.
1 reply from iRobot Team team - 1 month ago
We appreciate you taking the time to provide feedback on the Roomba 205 Vac. We're sorry to hear about the difficulties you are experiencing. Please reach out to https://homesupport.irobot.com/s/contact-support-info, so we may properly diagnose your issue.
1 out of 5 stars
31 July, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
It does not work. I need return instructions
1 reply from iRobot Team team - 1 month ago
We appreciate you taking the time to provide feedback on the Roomba 205. We're sorry to hear about the difficulties you are experiencing. Please reach out to https://homesupport.irobot.com/s/contact-support-info, so we may properly diagnose your issue or initiate a return.
2 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
9 July, 2026Verified purchase
Disappointing
The first few days were great: an assistant doing the once over automatically! Then it got stuck on a carpet (easy fix). Then the brush fell off (another easy fix but already?). Then it needed assistance (it was lonely??). The brush kept falling off, it kept stopping, it required assistance, it started going off in the middle of the night... And at the end of it all, there are still crumbs on the hardwood floor. Such a bummer. Return!
1 reply from iRobot Team team - 2 months ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so sorry to hear that you weren't happy with your Roomba 205 and returned it. We will absolutely share your feedback with the relevant teams for consideration on future products. We hope you’ll give our products another try in the future.
1 out of 5 stars
8 July, 2026
originally posted on https://www.irobot.com/

Do not buy this Roomba
I "upgraded" to a new model and could not hate this model more. It can NOT detect any objects, gets stuck on almost everything (rugs that are even taped down) and is SO MUCH LOUDER. I run mine everyday downstairs and have had it for about a month with no successful runs yet. Do NOT recommend.
1 reply from iRobot team - 2 months ago
Hello Madison, we are truly sorry to hear about the difficulties you've had. This is not the experience we intended for our valued customers.
We've emailed you addressing the issue and outlining how we can assist. Thank you for your understanding and patience.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
8 July, 2026
(no review title)
It works flawlessly & vacuums the areas very well!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
8 July, 2026Verified purchase
Stopped Working After One Clean
Very disappointing. It worked once after creating the map, then constantly got lost and tried to return to the dock after just a few minutes of cleaning. Even when the dock was only a foot away, it couldn't find it. Remapping and troubleshooting didn't fix the issue. Not reliable.
1 reply from iRobot Team team - 2 months ago
We appreciate you taking the time to provide feedback on the Roomba 205. We're sorry to hear about the difficulties you are experiencing. Please reach out to https://homesupport.irobot.com/s/contact-support-info, so we may properly diagnose your issue.
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
7 July, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
The docking station was broken right out of the box
1 reply from iRobot Team team - 2 months ago
We appreciate you taking the time to provide feedback on the Roomba 205. We're sorry to hear about the difficulties you are experiencing. Please reach out to https://homesupport.irobot.com/s/contact-support-info, so we may properly diagnose your issue.
4 out of 5 stars
5 July, 2026
originally posted on https://www.irobot.com/

Roomba is okay
The Roomba 205 is a pretty good vacuum. This is probably my fourth or fifth I robot Roomba vacuum. The only thing I don't like is that I have to have a totally different app to use it than the current vacuum that I have upstairs and I don't like the new app. It is not user-friendly at all other than that the vacuum is pretty good and I'm glad I don't have to empty it every single day I have two large hairy dogs so it helps.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
27 June, 2026Verified purchase
robot makes life easier
love it! easy and affordable!
5 out of 5 stars
23 June, 2026
originally posted on https://www.irobot.com/

Great product
This Roomba did a great job vacuuming. I was a little worried about the wet mopping but it knew where the rugs were and avoided them.
5 out of 5 stars
Thumbs up graphic, would recommend
18 June, 2026
Quality At A Great Price
My daughter recently bought this model & I watched it map the house & then clean perfectly. I threw away my old off brand model that was used up & in 2 days I’ll be getting one that cleans quickly & quietly so my small dog won’t be hiding. This is a good price & will last for years.
1 reply from iRobot Team team - 2 months ago
Hello Carol, thank you for taking the time to share your feedback about the Roomba 205 Vacuum. We’re thrilled you are loving your new robot. Three cheers for clean floors!
1 out of 5 stars
Thumbs down graphic, would not recommend
8 June, 2026Verified purchase
(no review title)
Roomba does not MOP like it says in the photos. I was expecting a feature to mop, but the device only vacuums.
1 reply from iRobot Team team - 3 months ago
We appreciate you taking the time to provide feedback on the Roomba 205. We're sorry to hear about the difficulties you are experiencing. Please reach out to https://homesupport.irobot.com/s/contact-support-info, so we may properly diagnose your issue.