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Roomba maker iRobot files for bankruptcy after 35 years — what it means for you

Tom’s Guide

Roomba maker iRobot bought by Chinese supplier after filing for bankruptcy

US-listed company, whose profits have been in decline since the pandemic, will be taken over by Picea

The Guardian - UK

Roomba maker iRobot set for buyout by manufacturer after filing for bankruptcy

US-listed iRobot said Shenzhen-based Picea Robotics, its lender and main manufacturer, will buy all iRobot’s shares as part of a restructuring.

Evening Standard

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Rivals clean up as Roomba robot vacuum cleaner maker files for bankruptcy

Amazon’s proposed £1.3 billion takeover of iRobot collapsed last year

The Independent UK

Roomba Owners Alarmed: Will Support Continue After Maker's $1B Bankruptcy?

iRobot has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, handing control to Chinese manufacturer Picea. Here's what 50 million Roomba owners need to know about product support and app functionality.

International Business Times UK

Can iRobot Stock Hit $11 in 2026?

iRobot’s surge has traders buzzing, but hitting $11 by 2026 hinges on real sales growth and more than short squeeze momentum.

Barchart

Nearly 45% of Its Float Is Being Sold Short. Should You Bet on iRobot Stock Here?

iRobot stock pushes further up as meme enthusiasts continue to flock into the consumer robots specialist. Here’s why investors are recommended against chasing the rally in IRBT shares.

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Is a Short Squeeze Brewing in iRobot Stock?

IRBT shares popped on reports that the Trump administration could be looking to prioritize the domestic robotics industry. Also adding to the narrative is that nearly 40% of the float is sold short.

Barchart

I tested Roomba’s new flagship robot vacuum cleaner – it’s super stylish, and will leave your hard floors sparkling

While it has serious perks, it's not perfect

Ideal Home

Can Trump Save the Day for iRobot Stock?

iRobot stock soars on a report the Trump administration is turning its attention to the robotics industry. Here’s why IRBT shares still aren’t worth owning heading into 2026.

Barchart

I've reviewed robot vacuums for 7 years, and my all-time favorite is 45% off for Cyber Monday

If you're going to buy one thing this Cyber Monday, let it be this robot vacuum — I use mine every day.

Tom’s Guide

China’s robots—from 'factory brains' to vacuums that can pick up your socks—are crushing the competition

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Fortune

Investors Are Debating Which Companies Won't Survive The Next 10 Years. 'Every Time I Go, There's Almost Nobody In The Store'

Reddit investors are once again throwing predictions into the ring, this time debating which companies won't make it through the next decade.

Benzinga

iRobot's in trouble and I hope we don't lose Roomba, the original and arguably best robot vacuum

iRobot's financial struggles arrive just as people are finally writing the Roomba's incredible history.

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The Independent UK

This budget robot vacuum nails the basics

Ditching the fancy features of its premium siblings, the iRobot Roomba combo 105 delivers a reliable clean

Reason

iRobot Faces Bankruptcy After Elizabeth Warren Helped Kill $1.65 Billion Amazon Merger

Amazon, with its deep pockets, could have helped turn things around. Instead, regulators consigned the company to die a slow and painful death.

Benzinga

iRobot Shares Fall 36% On Monday — What's Going On?

Shares of iRobot Corp. (NASDAQ:IRBT) lost over a third of their value on Monday, after the Roomba maker said the last remaining potential buyer had dropped out of sale negotiations, and its financial conditions remained strained.

The Independent UK

iBankruptcy? Robot vacuum manufacturer sees its stock tumble after admitting it is struggling to find a buyer

The Roomba creator has been sliding towards disaster since January 2024, when Amazon pulled out of a planned acquisition deal

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Tom’s Guide

I tested the latest Roomba Plus 505 Combo robot vacuum and I’m never going back to my regular stick again

All you need to do is fill and empty its water tanks, plus change the dustbag after every 75 uses! Talk about convenient

Fortune

An MIT roboticist who cofounded Roomba maker iRobot says Elon Musk’s vision of humanoid robots as catchall assistants is ‘pure fantasy thinking’

Rodney Brooks said future “humanoid” robots will have wheels and multiple arms.

Homes & Gardens

Looking to grab a robot vacuum cleaner on sale? You're in luck, our favorite tested model is at its lowest price ever, with a huge $600 off – it reduced our manual vacuuming time by 90%

It isn't on offer for much longer

The Independent UK

The Roomba Combo j7+ is a two-in-one robot mop and vacuum cleaner – and it’s a game changer

Unlike other two-in-ones, this robot vacuum can detect rugs to retract its mop and avoid a damp shag

The Independent UK

I was ready to ditch the Eufy X10 pro omni robot vacuum, then I fell in love with it

I put one of the best robot vacuums on the market through its paces

iRobot vs eufy vs Dreame: which robot vacuum brand is best?

Buying the best robot vacuum all depends on what you want it to do and where it needs to clean

Tom’s Guide

Why does my robot vacuum keep getting stuck? 5 simple ways to fix it

Does your robot vacuum keep getting stuck? These could be the reasons why and top tips on how to fix it.

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