iRobot Roomba i4+ — Specs & Review
Specifications
| Brand | iRobot |
|---|---|
| Model | Roomba i4+ |
| Year | 2022 |
| Category | Cleaning |
| Autonomy | fully-autonomous |
| Environment | indoor |
| Price (USD) | $399–$449 |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Alexa, Google Assistant, App Control |
| Country of origin | CN |
Key features
- iRobot OS with AI-powered scheduling suggestions
- Clean Base self-empty dock (60-day capacity)
- Dual rubber multi-surface brushes
- Imprint Smart Mapping — room-by-room control
- 10x suction vs 600 series
- Alexa and Google Assistant compatible
- Personalised cleaning recommendations
What is it?
The Roomba i4+ is iRobot's mid-tier self-emptying robot vacuum, introduced as a refresh of the i3+ with iRobot OS integration. It adds AI-powered scheduling suggestions and personalised cleaning recommendations based on household patterns.
Who is it for?
Homeowners who want smart automation beyond manual scheduling — iRobot OS learns when you're home, when the house is dirtiest, and suggests cleaning times. Families with pets and hard floor/carpet mixed homes. A practical step up from the i3+ for buyers who value software intelligence alongside hardware capability.
Key specs
- Suction: 10x vs 600 series
- Navigation: iAdapt 3.0 with vSLAM
- Cleaning system: Dual rubber multi-surface brushes
- Self-empty: Clean Base, ~60 days capacity
- Battery: Li-ion, ~75 minutes runtime
- Dustbin: 0.4L
- Height: 9.2 cm
- Connectivity: Wi-Fi 2.4GHz, Alexa, Google Assistant
- Smart mapping: Imprint Smart Mapping — room labels, cleaning history
- OS: iRobot OS with suggested schedules
- Price: $399
How it compares
The i4+ versus the i3+ primarily adds iRobot OS with smart scheduling and personalised recommendations — the hardware is near identical. The $50 premium is justified for users who want the AI scheduling layer. Against the Roomba i6+, the i4+ lacks Imprint Smart Map pre-loaded multi-floor mapping and the 10x suction specification applied uniformly, though real-world cleaning performance is comparable. At $399, it competes directly with the Shark IQ AV1002 and Eufy Clean L35 Hybrid.
Limitations
- vSLAM mapping requires multiple runs to build — not instant like LiDAR
- No mop function
- Proprietary Clean Base bags are an ongoing cost
- Not ideal for multi-storey homes (single map)
- 75-minute runtime on the lower end for large homes
FAQ
What does iRobot OS add to the Roomba i4+?
iRobot OS provides AI-driven scheduling suggestions based on your usage patterns, personalised cleaning recommendations, and improved integration with the iRobot app ecosystem. It can suggest cleaning times based on when your home is typically dirtiest.
What is the difference between the Roomba i3+ and i4+?
The primary difference is iRobot OS integration on the i4+, which adds smart scheduling suggestions and personalised recommendations. The robot hardware and Clean Base dock are functionally identical.
Does the Roomba i4+ work on multiple floors?
The i4+ can store one floor map. For multi-storey homes, you would need to retrain the map on each floor or consider the Roomba j9+ which supports multiple floor plans.
How does the Roomba i4+ handle pet hair?
The dual rubber multi-surface brushes are designed to minimise hair tangling compared to traditional bristle brushes. The system handles pet hair on both hard floors and carpet effectively for most breeds.
Is the Roomba i4+ compatible with the Braava mop?
Yes, the i4+ supports Imprint Link technology to pair with the Braava Jet m6 mop for sequential vacuum-then-mop operation.