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Root

Built by iRobot · United States

Updated May 2026·methodology
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The Root is a Education robot developed by iRobot (United States), launched 2018, listed at $199 USD (unverified).

Robo Score

67.7/ 100

Very strong evidence

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

5 of 9 signals present

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Weighted factors

average of the 5 scored · blanks don't count

Commercial maturity20%100/100
Deployment footprint18%unknown
Proven track record12%70/100
Spec completeness12%93/100
Company financial health12%unknown
Company maturity8%100/100
Manufacturer portfolio6%92/100
Media mentions (trailing 12 months)6%unknown
Independent recognition4%unknown
How the Robo Score is scored

Not in the Education standing. The standings cover robots first sold from 2020 onward, and this one launched in 2018. 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

Root is a little mobile robot designed to teach kids logic and coding skills. It draws, plays music, lights up, and can drive on metal-backed whiteboards with the help of magnets in its belly. Capable of climbing and navigating on metal-backed whiteboards with progressively challenging programming levels, beginning with a graphical interface. Works with dry-erase markers and can also erase.

Buyer decision signals

Viability

est. 1990

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

Price

$199

Unverified — no source on record

Specifications

Category: Education
Speed
0.11 m/s
Weight
0.5 kg
Autonomy
semi-autonomous
Launch year
2018
Price
$199 USD

Unverified — no source on record

Status
active
VerifiedSelf-reportedEstimated

Company profile

Founded
1990

Detailed specifications

Other2
Max Speed M S
0.111
Youtube Video Id
jC638XzSFYI

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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 Root?
The Root is developed by iRobot, based in United States.
What type of robot is the Root?
The Root is a Education robot made by iRobot.
How much does the Root cost?
The Root is listed at $199 USD in the Robolist catalogue, but this figure is unverified and not confirmed by iRobot — contact them for a quote.
When was the Root launched?
The Root was launched in 2018.

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