Roomba 675 Vs E5 – Putting Roomba’s Best to the Test

Published by Ahmad Jamal on July 6, 2023 | Last updated on July 27, 2023

By the end of 2018, iRobot released a couple of series of their brand-new robot vacuums, most notably the i7 and i7+. However, as iRobot Roomba vacuums use advanced technologies and are a bit expensive, iRobot decided to release a new series of budget-friendly robot vacuums.

iRobot Launched in September 2018 both Roomba 675 & Roomba e5. In this article I’ll compare the Roomba 675 Vs e5, aiding you in choosing the best Roomba robot vacuum for you.

At CleanersAdvisor, we prepare multiple comparison series between the most important vacuums and brands, if you’re not convinced with iRobot Roomba as a well-known robot vacuum brand, we also have a list of the best Roomba alternatives to choose from.

Roomba vacuums are known for intelligent navigation systems, high compatibility with smart devices and systems, in addition to powerful vacuums.

Usually, looking for a more economical choice means giving up on some wanted features, but did it happen while downgrading from an expensive iRobot Roomba i7+ to a Roomba 675 or e5? Let’s find out.

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Our Testing on the Roomba 675 Vs e5

In order to make up your mind regarding which robot vacuum suits your needs more, you’ll need to check for various options, and that could take you days of research filled with uncertainty. For that, our testing team experts obtained the Roomba’s best vacuums and tested them on various floors and different types of messes.

To shorten the list for you, both the Roomba 675 & Roomba e5 have been tested, and we found that they are powerful robot vacuums that can get the job done efficiently while having a decently good run time.

They have so much in common, yet they are different in some essential features as well, all of that shall be explained later in this article.

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Roomba 675 Review

Technical Specs

Package Dimensions: 13.4″L x 13.4″W x 3.54″H

Surface Recommendation: Hard Floor, Carpet

Battery Runtime: 90 Minutes

Capacity: 0.6 Liters

Weight: .77 Pounds

Launched in late 2018, the Roomba 675 is a multi-floor robot vacuum cleaner that has the ability to get your room efficiently done during its decently good run time.
It comes at a really economical price, which means you can get perfect features without the need to obtain an expensive Roomba i7+ or any other new robot vacuum with the same price tag.

Roomba 675 Benefits and Drawbacks

The Roomba’s compact and efficient design offers several features. It’s equipped with a three-stage cleaning system. It effectively captures dirt, dust and debris from various surfaces, including carpets and hard floors.

Its intelligent sensors enable it to navigate around obstacles and efficiently clean every corner of the room. he Roomba 675 also comes with Wi-Fi connectivity, allowing users to control and schedule cleaning sessions conveniently through a smartphone app.

Additionally, its compatibility with voice assistants like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant makes it even more user-friendly.

However, its limitations include the absence of advanced mapping features and the need for frequent emptying of the dustbin.

What Our Testers Say About Roomba 675

“The iRobot Roomba 675 is an excellent robot vacuum for cleaning carpets. Despite the fact that Roomba 675 can work perfectly on different floor types, this didn’t handicap the vacuum from being a great choice for carpets’ vacuum. If your house is built with multi surface floors, you can check the list of the best multi surface vacuum.”

Our Testers Ratings

Cleaning Power: 5/5

Filtration System: 4.5/5

Price: 4/5

More Options: 5/5

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Roomba e5 Review

Technical Specs

Package Dimensions: 13.45″L x 13.39″W x 3.65″H

Surface Recommendation: Tile, Carpet

Battery Runtime: 90 Minutes

Weight: 7.23 Pounds

The iRobot Roomba e5 has similar features to the Roomba 675, but with additional better suction power, and an advanced HEPA filter to kill all the allergens found in your room’s air.
It is released at the same time as the Roomba 675 in late 2018, and a handful of users considered it a pet hair-friendly vacuum as well.

Roomba e5 Benefits and Drawbacks

The Roomba e5’s versatile design offers impressive cleaning performance on various surfaces, effortlessly tackling dirt, dust, and pet hair. Equipped with dual multi-surface rubber brushes, it adapts to different floor types and ensures thorough and consistent cleaning.

The Roomba e5’s advanced navigation system intelligently maps the surroundings, allowing it to navigate around furniture and avoid obstacles with ease.

With Wi-Fi connectivity and compatibility with the iRobot HOME app, users can conveniently control and schedule cleaning sessions from their smartphones.

However, there are a few drawbacks to consider. The Roomba e5 does not come with advanced mapping features, so it may take less efficient cleaning paths and may miss spots occasionally.

Some users have also noted that the dustbin capacity is relatively small, requiring frequent emptying, especially in larger or high-traffic areas.

What Our Testers Say About Roomba e5

“Roomba e5’s best feature compared to the Roomba 675 is its larger & washable dustbin, as it has a 50% increase in the bin size compared to the 0.3-liter bin of the Roomba 675.”

Our Testers Ratings

Cleaning Power: 4.5/5

Filtration System: 4.5/5

Price: 4/5

More Options: 5/5

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What do Roomba 675 Vs e5 Have in Common?

As they’re published at nearly the same time, iRobot used similar components to manufacture the Roomba 675 & Roomba e5, meaning they share a lot of features as well.

Roomba e5 Vs 675 similarities include:

• Remote Controlled + Mobile APP
• Automatic Recharging
• Automatic Surface Type Adjustment
• No Power Adjustment
• No Rotating Head
• Decently Great Maneuverability under surfaces like tables & furniture
• Schedule Programming
• 1-year warranty.

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Roomba 675 Vs e5: Deep Comparison

According to CleanersAdvisor tests, you’ll have both the technical comparison & the features comparison between the Roomba e5 Vs 675, whether you’re interested in the technical information of the vacuum, or you only look for “how can I use that technical information” in the features comparison table.

Roomba 675 Vs e5: Technical Comparison

Technical Comparison	Roomba 675	Roomba e5
Release Date	Late 2018	Late 2018
Weight	7.8lbs	7.2lbs
Bin Size	0.35-liter	0.5-liter
Recharge Time	2 Hours	1.5 Hours
Battery Life	90 Minutes	90 Minutes
Warranty	1-Year	1-Year
Filtration System	AeroVac	i Series (HEPA)
Price	$	$$

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Roomba 675 Vs e5: Features Comparison

According to our testing, the main features to compare between the Roomba e5 Vs 675 are:

Suction Power

The Roomba 675 has default suction power for a robot vacuum, but it’s still efficient for most types of debris.

The Roomba e5 has 5x the suction power of the Roomba 675 and scores higher when both were tested on larger debris.

Winner: Roomba e5

Battery Usage

The Roomba 675 uses a 1800mAh Lithium-ion battery, capable of providing 90 minutes of continuous vacuuming on default suction.

The Roomba e5, however, runs on double the battery capacity of 3600mAh made from the same materials of Lithium-ion.

That double battery capacity enabled the Roomba e5 to give 5x suction power, while both vacuums can operate for the same duration.

Winner: Roomba e5

Brushrolls

The Roomba 675 features a beater brush capable of crushing debris, then the bristle brush can suck it inside the robot vacuum easier.

The Roomba e5 has 2 removable rubber brushrolls to pick up the debris, and a side brush that eases the way for debris inside the vacuum.

Winner: Draw

Navigation Guidance

Both Roomba e5 Vs 675 have random navigation systems, however, you can provide additional guidance to either vacuum separately.

The Roomba 675 requires you to create manual obstacles for it.

The Roomba e5 comes with a virtual wall to maneuver easier throughout the room.

Winner: Roomba e5

Price

While both Roomba 675 Vs e5 are budget-friendly Roomba Vacuums, there’s still a difference in price between both models.

The Roomba 675 is $100+ cheaper than the Roomba e5.

Winner: Roomba 675

Features Comparison Summed Up:

Features Comparison	Roomba 675	Roomba e5
Suction Power	Default	5x Default
Battery Usage	90 minutes on default suction	90 minutes on powerful suction
Brushrolls	Beater Brush + Bristle Brush	2 removable rubber brushrolls
Navigation Guidance	Needs creation of manual Obstacles	Comes with Virtual Wall
Price	~$200	~$310

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Roomba e5 Vs 675: Comparison Sum Up

Are you still confused about who’s the better Roomba for you? This is the ultimate comparison to show you which one of the Roomba e5 Vs 675 suits your needs the most:

Ultimate Comparison	Roomba 675	Roomba e5
Weight		7.2lbs
Bin Size		0.5-liter
Recharge Time		1.5 Hours
Suction Power		5x Default
Battery Usage		90 minutes on powerful suction
Brushrolls	Beater Brush + Bristle Brush	2 removable rubber brushrolls
Navigation Guidance		Comes with Virtual Wall
Filtration System		i Series (HEPA)
Price	$

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Roomba e5 Vs 675 FAQ

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To Wrap Up

When comparing Roomba 675 Vs e5, you have to put into consideration the price factor. Both are budget-friendly, but the Roomba 675 is way cheaper than the e5.

However, the e5 features more powerful suction, a more efficient navigation system, and a decently good run time.

If you’re low on budget, the Roomba 675 is your best robot vacuum in this comparison, if you have an extra $100 to spend, then go for the e5 immediately.