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An affordable robot vacuum is always a good option to consider, so iRobot Roomba 960 vs iRobot Roomba E5 comparison definitely makes sense. Based on our rating, Roomba 960 has the overall rating of 8.5 out of 10 versus 7.2 for Roomba E5.
Advantages iRobot Roomba 960 over iRobot Roomba E5
- Lower noise level, 61 dB vs 65 dB
- Larger dust bin capacity, 600 ml vs 500 ml
- A Virtual Wall creates an invisible barrier that Roomba 960 won't cross
- Roomba 960 has mapping function that can map your area and uses smart path planning to clean more efficient
- Single room mode to remove dirt in one room
- Voice control
- Better battery capacity, 2130 mAH vs 1800 mAH
Advantages iRobot Roomba E5 over iRobot Roomba 960
- Better suction power, 1700 PA vs 900 PA
- Better battery life, 90 min vs 75 min
Common features and specifications
- Both robot vacuums are Wi-Fi enabled
- Dry cleaning mode
- One side brush
Dimensions
A noticeable difference between two models is the size, which is 35 x 9.1/13.8 x 3.6 (D x H) cm/inches for the Roomba 960 and 34.3 x 9.4/13.5 x 3.7 (D x H) cm/inches for the Roomba E5. The weight of the Roomba 960 is 3.6/8.6 kg/lbs, and for the Roomba E5 it is 3.3/7.4 kg/lbs.