I recently got the Roomba 105 Combo and wanted to share some early thoughts for those considering it. I’ve tested it for a few days now, and while the experience started off a bit rocky, it ended on a positive note.

❌ What I Didn’t Like

The robot got stuck during the first firmware update. I let it run for around 3 hours, but nothing happened.

After some research, I found out this is a somewhat common issue. The fix involved removing the battery manually.

I had to unscrew the back panels and carefully disconnect the battery connector — not exactly user-friendly.

Once I did a hard reboot, the following update installed with no issues.

✅ First Impressions (Post-Fix)

The vacuuming is efficient and quick. Mopping is also decent, especially for everyday maintenance.

You can choose between vacuum only, mop only, or both combined, depending on your needs.

⚙️ Usability

I couldn’t figure out how to send the robot to clean just Room 2 directly. It seems you have to create a schedule for that, rather than triggering it on the fly.

🧼 Cleaning Quality

The cleaning performance is good — it leaves a few light streaks, but nothing major. For regular upkeep, it works well.

Despite the early trouble with the update, it was easily fixed and didn’t leave a bad taste overall.

📦 Conclusion

The Roomba 105 Combo made a decent first impression. While the initial setup could have gone smoother, especially with the firmware hiccup, the device redeemed itself with solid cleaning performance and useful functionality. If you’re okay with a bit of setup tinkering, it’s shaping up to be a good home cleaning companion.