Consumer Score
In comparison:
ILife V3s Pro ranks #37 out of 89.
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7.8
Good
Consumer Score
In comparison:
iRobot Roomba 960 ranks #19 out of 89. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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8.5
Great
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Experts prefer ILife V3s Pro over iRobot Roomba 960

On 4 Apr 2024 (19 days ago) we went through 68 Robotic Vacuum expert endorsements .

Currently, ILife V3s Pro received 1 endorsement from HGTV (17 Jan 2024). Meanwhile, iRobot Roomba 960 did not receive any endorsements this month.

Rank Change Price Robotic Vacuum
Consumer Reports
Good Housekeeping
WIRED
Rtings.com
The Strategist
Modern Castle
Business Insider
PCMag
Wirecutter
HGTV
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N/A $160
ILife V3s Pro
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N/A N/A $580
iRobot Roomba 960
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Endorsement summary:

  • On 17 Jan 2024 HGTV ranked ILife V3s Pro as #4
    Rank Robotic Vacuum Comment
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    #4 out of 7 ILife V3s Pro
    Best for Pet Hair
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Customers like iRobot Roomba 960 noticeably more

At ReviewFinder we prefer to focus on professional product reviews, because customer reviews can be disproportionately affected by unrelated factors such as delivery, specific seller listing problems, and, of course, fake reviews. With that said, below is the summary of consumer sentiment.

ILife V3s Pro
iRobot Roomba 960
Consumer score (CS) is a normalized computed representation of customers' sentiment towards a product.
CS of 10 is similar to a 4.8 star review, CS of 0 is similar to a 2 star review.

iRobot Roomba 960, the pricier option, tends to get more favorable reviews than ILife V3s Pro.

As can be seen in the chart above, median best-selling robotic vacuum receives a consumer score of 7.6 (good). Both ILife V3s Pro and iRobot Roomba 960 receive customer reviews that average out above that median threshold.

ILife V3s Pro
In comparison:
ILife V3s Pro ranks #37 out of 89.
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7.8
Good
iRobot Roomba 960
In comparison:
iRobot Roomba 960 ranks #19 out of 89. Very high levels of customer satisfaction.
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8.5
Great
Median best-selling Robotic Vacuum
In comparison:
Bissell EV675 ranks #45 out of 89.
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7.6
Good





ILife V3s Pro is more popular than iRobot Roomba 960

It's fairly safe to say that ILife V3s Pro is a more popular robotic vacuum than iRobot Roomba 960, based on its 10,000+ reviews. Popularity is determined based on product sales. Note that older and cheaper products tend to sell more.


To consider

Customers who view ILife V3s Pro and iRobot Roomba 960 often consider Bissell SpinWave Robot Vac, a cheaper option.
Table: Top compared alternatives for ILife V3s Pro and iRobot Roomba 960
Bissell SpinWave Robot Vac $149
In comparison:
Bissell SpinWave Robot Vac ranks #67 out of 89.
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6.5
Average
2 expert recommendations Cheaper
Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1 $623
We don't yet have enough review information for Shark Matrix Plus 2-in-1
N/A
2 expert recommendations
iRobot Roomba 694 $180
In comparison:
iRobot Roomba 694 ranks #40 out of 89.
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7.8
Good
3 expert recommendations More Popular
Roomba Combo j7+ $699
We don't yet have enough review information for Roomba Combo j7+
N/A
2 expert recommendations
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Critic Consensus Common points from expert reviews summarized.
As can be seen below, in Apr 2024 neither ILife V3s Pro nor iRobot Roomba 960 were recommended by key experts who publish Robotic Vacuums recommendations.
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Consumer Reports
Good Housekeeping
WIRED
Rtings.com
The Strategist
Modern Castle
Business Insider
PCMag
Wirecutter
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iRobot Roomba s9+
The iRobot Roomba s9+ is a highly advanced and customizable robot vacuum that provides deep cleaning performance on both carpets and hard floors, making it an excellent choice for pet owners and those with complex room layouts.
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Eufy RoboVac 11S Max
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Ecovacs Deebot X2 Omni
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Roborock Q5
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Expert Reviews There are people on the Internet whose job is to review products. Below are their opinions.

Expert reviews [6]

84
Total expert reviews: 6
  • with a score: 5
  • without a score: 1
Highest score by Gadget Review
95
Average score based on 6 reviews
84
Lowest score by TopTenReviews
70

Score distribution:

80-100
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No expert reviews linked yet for iRobot Roomba 960.
From Seller:
  • Fits Pet Owners: With a tangle-free pet hair care suction, V3s Pro Robot Vacuum focuses on picking up hair without tangle; It also tackles dirt, crumbs and debris effectively on hardwood, tile, laminate, stone and low pile carpet.Runtime : 90-100 minutes
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From Seller:
  • Includes 1 extra Dual Mode Virtual Wall Barrier device ($50 Value!); create an invisible barrier that keeps your Roomba robot vacuum out of specified areas or away from objects.
  • IT WON'T STOP TILL THE JOB IS DONE - Intelligently maps & cleans an entire level of your home. Patented iAdapt technology with vSLAM navigation actively captures thousands of precise measurements each millisecond to optimize coverage.
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From Manufacturer Manufacturer-provided product description, urls and documents.
EAN Numbers: 0769498247549, 0880391311561, 0885155010506, 5060359283900, 5060359283917
UPC Numbers: 769498247549, 880391311561, 885155010506
Model Numbers: R960020
General Info
Description
Dust capacity of 900mL An enhanced and effective 1200Pa motor 5 cleaning options 5-in-1 robot vacuum cleaner
The 960 model features the 3-Stage Cleaning System and tangle-free extractors. It can work for up to 75 minutes on a single charge, then dock, recharge automatically, and continue the cleaning process after that. It is smartphone compatible and can be programmed using the iRobot HOME app.
Controls
Wifi / App Controlled Some robotic vacuums can be controlled by your smartphone through a mobile app, which is essentially a more advanced remote control. You are typically able to start/stop the vacuum’s cleaning, control ... Show more
No
Yes
Remote Control Remote controls typically enable you to start and stop the cleaning process and/or direct the vacuum’s movements to specific areas in the home. A remote control is an added convenience for those who w ... Show more
Yes
Yes
Auto Scheduling Feature Auto scheduling allows you to program the vacuum to a cleaning schedule (daily, every other day, weekly, etc.), where it turns on and cleans automatically at a set time. Otherwise, you have to manuall ... Show more
Yes
Yes
Battery
Battery Life Battery life indicates the maximum amount of time a vacuum can run on one charge. On average, robot vacuum batteries last around 1.5 hours, with higher end options getting up to two hours on a full ch ... Show more
1 hour 50 minutes
1 hour 15 minutes
Charging Time How long does it take the battery to charge completely?
5 hours
2 hours
Continues Cleaning Once Recharged When a vacuum’s battery dies, one of two things can happen: 1) the vacuum starts over cleaning without any memory of what it cleaned before the battery died, or 2) the vacuum will resume cleaning from ... Show more
Yes
Yes
Cleaning
Bin Capacity Regardless of the price of your vacuum, the dustbin still needs to be emptied manually. The more your vacuum is used, the more often you will need to change your dustbin. If you have a large home, the ... Show more
300 mL
900 mL
Floor Type Different robot vacuums are made for different floor types based on the cleaning mechanism within the device, which can include a brush, a mop, or both. Robot vacuums with large brushes are best for c ... Show more
Hardwood
  • Hardwood
  • Tile
  • Thick carpet
Cleaning Modes Most robotic vacuums come with an auto-clean mode (meant for maintenance cleaning over a large area) but some more sophisticated models will come with different cleaning modes, such as spot mode or sc ... Show more
Edge cleaning mode, auto cleaning mode, spot cleaning mode and schedule cleaning mode
  • Bedroom
  • Sofas
  • carpets
  • wet area
Brush Type Most vacuums use brushes to pick up debris, since suction alone isn’t usually enough to effectively clean (especially on rough surfaces like carpet). These brush rolls can have different brush types, ... Show more
Side Brushes
dual side brush
HEPA Filter HEPA filters help limit the allergens that get into the air when you vacuum. If you suffer from allergies, choosing a vacuum with a HEPA filter is a must. Note that HEPA filters do wear down over time ... Show more
Yes
No
Suitable for Pets The ability to pick up pet hair is a feature that will be explicitly noted in the vacuum’s specifications. If you have pets, it’s imperative that you choose a vacuum that’s equipped for picking up pet ... Show more
Yes
Yes
Physical Features
Dimensions When it comes to size for robot vacuums, pay particular attention to the height measurement. If the device is too tall, it won’t fit under beds, dressers, couches, and other furniture to clean in the ... Show more
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Weight

4.4 lbs
 

8.8 lbs
 
Noise Because they run continuously, a common complaint with robot vacuums is how much noise they make. Measured in decibels, or dB, the larger the number, the louder the vacuum. There are several reasons w ... Show more
55 db
70 db
Premium Features e.g. Disinfection, odor control, phone notifications
Powerful suction and AirAway Technology
Detects dirt, Revolutionary cleaning technology,
Accessories Included What is included on the package?
  • Remote control
  • Extra hepa filte
  • Extra side brush
  • Cleaning brush
  • AC adapter
  • Charging dock
  • Home Base Charging Station
  • Line Cord
  • Dual Mode Virtual Wall Barrier (2 AA Batteries included)
  • Extra Filter
  • Extra Side Brush
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ILife V3s Pro is a very popular option at the bottom of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling robotic vacuums and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Eureka Groove or iRobot Braava Jet 240 .

ILife V3s Pro was released in 2017. There are a couple newer robotic vacuums on the market. Show newer Robotic Vacuums

ILife V3s Pro is $230 cheaper than the average robotic vacuum ($389.99).

iRobot Roomba 960 is a very popular option at the top of the price range. It's in the top 3 bestselling robotic vacuums and has dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Polaris P70 or iRobot Roomba j9+ .

iRobot Roomba 960 was released in 2016. There are dozens of newer robotic vacuums on the market. Show newer Robotic Vacuums

iRobot Roomba 960 is $190 more expensive than the average robotic vacuum ($389.99).

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