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iRobot Roomba j7+ (Black) — 2021
iRobot

iRobot Roomba j7+ (Black)

2021

82
/ 100
From $799
VS
Samsung SmartThings Station — Hub
Samsung

Samsung SmartThings Station

Hub

82
/ 100
From $79
Specdex verdict

Dead heat — it comes down to priorities.

In our weighted Specdex score, iRobot Roomba j7+ (Black) lands at 82 and Samsung SmartThings Station at 82. With scores tied, the decision hinges on which sub-scores matter most to you.

Pick iRobot Roomba j7+ (Black) if…

  • ✓Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
  • ✓App-based setup
  • ✓Works with major voice assistants

Pick Samsung SmartThings Station if…

  • ✓Matter support (modern)
  • ✓Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
  • ✓Automations
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Winner by scenario

Derived from the sub-score breakdown · not a separate test

Ease of use

Tie

Compared on the ease of use sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Ecosystem

Tie

Compared on the ecosystem sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Features

Tie

Compared on the features sub-score

Effectively tied — neither pulls a 2-point weighted lead.

Value for money

Samsung SmartThings Station

Specdex score per dollar at MSRP

Samsung SmartThings Station more score per dollar ($79 vs $799).

iRobot Roomba j7+ (Black) 82
vs
82 Samsung SmartThings Station

Score breakdown

iRobot Roomba j7+ (Black)
82
ecosystem 82
local 70
ease 84
features 80
Samsung SmartThings Station
82
ecosystem 82
local 70
ease 84
features 80

Specs side-by-side

iRobot Roomba j7+ (Black) versus Samsung SmartThings Station — full spec comparison
Spec iRobot Roomba j7+ (Black) Samsung SmartThings Station
Release year
2021
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Color
Black
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iRobot Roomba j7+ (Black)

Pros
  • +Matter/Thread support (modern SKUs)
  • +App-based setup
  • +Works with major voice assistants
Cons
  • −Subscription sometimes required
  • −Cloud dependency on many
  • −Ecosystem lock-in

Samsung SmartThings Station

Pros
  • +Matter support (modern)
  • +Zigbee/Thread radios (most)
  • +Automations
Cons
  • −App quality varies
  • −Cloud dependency on some
  • −Ecosystem lock-in

FAQ: iRobot Roomba j7+ (Black) vs Samsung SmartThings Station

Which is better, iRobot Roomba j7+ (Black) or Samsung SmartThings Station? +

Both score 82 on our weighted rubric — tied. Your best pick depends on the sub-scores above.

Is iRobot Roomba j7+ (Black) worth the price? +

At $799, iRobot Roomba j7+ (Black) delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in ease.

Is Samsung SmartThings Station worth the price? +

At $79, Samsung SmartThings Station delivers a Specdex score of 82 — strongest in ease.

Does iRobot Roomba j7+ (Black) or Samsung SmartThings Station last longer? +

Based on our long-term update and support ratings, both ship with multi-year support. Battery and reliability scores are visible in the breakdown above.

Which is the better value, iRobot Roomba j7+ (Black) or Samsung SmartThings Station? +

Samsung SmartThings Station — more score per dollar ($79 vs $799). Specdex score per dollar at MSRP.