

But if your floors are crowded with lots of furniture or other objects, or your pets occasionally have accidents in the house, the Roomba j7+ is the better option.

The s9+ offers 40 times the suction power of the 600 series, making it the strongest choice among iRobot's lineup for homes with carpets or shedding pets. IRobot doesn't specify the pascal (Pa) suction power of its robot vacuums, like most other vendors, but says the Roomba j7+ is 10 times stronger than its entry-level Roomba 600 series. Both have their strengths: the s9+ offers stronger suction power and gets deeper into corners thanks to its D shape, while the j7+ boasts more advanced obstacle avoidance technology. The j7+ is the second most expensive robot vacuum in iRobot's current lineup, undercutting only the $1,099 Roomba s9+. You can get the Roomba j7 with a standard docking station for $649.99, but I highly recommend springing for the self-emptying base, especially if you suffer from allergies. The Roomba j7+ costs $849.99 and comes with a self-emptying base that charges the robot and holds around 60 days' worth of debris in its Dirt Disposal bag, depending on how often you vacuum and the cleanliness of your home. Read our editorial mission (Opens in a new window) & see how we test (Opens in a new window). Since 1982, PCMag has tested and rated thousands of products to help you make better buying decisions. How to Set Up Two-Factor Authentication.How to Record the Screen on Your Windows PC or Mac.How to Convert YouTube Videos to MP3 Files.How to Save Money on Your Cell Phone Bill.How to Free Up Space on Your iPhone or iPad.How to Block Robotexts and Spam Messages.
