This version has a smaller design that takes up less space, front-facing USB-C ports and a headphone jack, plus Thunderbolt 5 support. Black Friday smart home and kitchen deals iRobot Roomba 104 Vac Robot Vacuum for $150 (40 percent off): This is an updated version of our favorite budget robot vacuum and it will make an excellent choice for anyone who has never used one of these devices before, or a gift for a new homeowner

You can already get a solid deal on a Roomba robot vacuum before Black Friday kicks off in earnest

We asked Mashable readers about their favorite smart home devices, including robot vacuums. They crowned Roomba a winner.

Black Friday deals often include some of our favorite robovacs, and this year is shaping up to be no different. iRobot's entry-level Roomba 104 Vac robot vacuum is available for 40 percent off right now, bringing it down to a record low of $150

You can already get a solid deal on a Roomba robot vacuum a couple of weeks before Black Friday kicks off in earnest

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

While Black Friday can be a great opportunity to score deals on your Christmas shopping, sometimes it's just a way to get the things you need at better prices. Take the iRobot Roomba Max 705 Combo Robot Vacuum & Mop , which is down to $869 from $1,300 at Wellbots

iRobot has struggled to stay relevant since the Amazon buyout failed. Does no one think Roombas are the best robot vacuums anymore?

The Roomba maker's financial condition has worsened since Amazon abandoned its planned acquisition of the company in 2024.

When news broke that Roomba-maker iRobot was reportedly having trouble finding a buyer, the company's stock tumbled 30 percent.