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iRobot Create

Built by iRobot · United States

Updated Sep 2026·methodology
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The iRobot Create is a Research robot developed by iRobot (United States), launched 2007, listed at $129 USD (unverified).

RoboScore

62.4/ 100

Strong evidence

No confirmed deployment on record — this score reflects the rest of the record, not verified adoption.

4 of 9 signals present

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Weighted factors

average of the 4 scored · blanks don't count

Commercial maturity20%100/100
Deployment footprint20%unknown
Proven track record12%unknown
Spec completeness12%83/100
Company financial health12%unknown
Company maturity8%100/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%92/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown
How the RoboScore is scored

Not in the Research standing. The standings cover robots first sold from 2020 onward, and this one launched in 2007. Its Robo Score above is unaffected — the score is the evidence, the standing is only who it is listed against.

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Overview

iRobot Create is a cleaning robot manufactured by iRobot. hobbyist robot based on the Roomba vacuum cleaner

Flagship features

  • Based on the Roomba® vacuum cleaner platform
  • Supports ROS 2 for advanced robotics applications
  • Features a multizone bumper with seven pairs of IR proximity sensors
  • Includes a cargo bay for attaching payloads with a regular hole pattern
  • Supports quick prototyping with removable faceplates and cable passthroughs
  • Ships with an iRobot® Home Base™ Charging Station

Buyer decision signals

Viability

US$200.0M raised in 1 confirmed roundest. 1990

iRobot Launches Roomba® Max 705 Combo Robot + AutoWash™ Dock

Price

$129

Unverified — no source on record

Specifications

Category: Research
Speed
0.5 m/s
Launch year
2007
Price
$129 USD

Unverified — no source on record

Status
active
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Confirmed funding
US$200.0M· 1 round
Founded
1990

Detailed specifications

What it is built for1
Sub Category
vacuum
Movement & precision1
Max Speed M S
0.5
Controls & integration2
Api Available
true
Ros Compatible
true

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Company milestones

  • Jul 2025LaunchiRobot Launches Roomba® Max 705 Combo Robot + AutoWash™ Dock
  • May 2025MilestoneRetail availability begins
  • Apr 2025LaunchRoomba Max 705 Vac announced
  • Mar 2025Launch2025 Roomba lineup pre-orders open
  • Mar 2025LaunchNew Roomba floor-cleaning lineup announced
  • Oct 2022LaunchBraava jet® m Series Software Release Notes
  • Oct 2022LaunchRoomba Combo j7+ shipments begin in North America and Europe
  • Sep 2022LaunchRoomba Combo j7+ introduced

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Frequently asked questions

Who makes the iRobot Create?
The iRobot Create is developed by iRobot, based in United States.
What type of robot is the iRobot Create?
The iRobot Create is a Research robot made by iRobot.
How much does the iRobot Create cost?
The iRobot Create is listed at $129 USD in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure is unverified and not confirmed by iRobot — contact them for a quote.
When was the iRobot Create launched?
The iRobot Create was launched in 2007.

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