A Google Cache of iRobot's web site reveals the new top-of-the-line Roomba 610 with a sky-high list price of $599 -- about the same as a top-of-the-line Dyson vacuum -- and a ship time of 3-4 weeks.
The previous top-of-the-line is the $499 Roomba 580, which is identical to the Roomba 570 but comes with extra filters, etc. It is expected that the Pro model will include a 2-year warranty, and we *hope* a lithium battery pack and other tweaks. And that snazzy brownish cover.
The page has been removed from iRobot's web site itself.
iRobot had earlier indicated that the Professional model would retail for $499, but has been under pressure to increase it's razor-thin profit margins. Also on tap soon are upgraded Roomba 500 Series models designed specifically for use in homes with pets at a $50 premium to existing models.
thx, Morgan
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Thursday, August 07, 2008
HOT: $599 iRobot Roomba 610 Professional Appears on iRobot Web Site
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I have two cats with medium-length hair. I currently have a Roomba 530 and before that I had a Roomba Scheduler. I haven't tried any of the pet-centric iRobot products and haven't had any problems. I'd be interested in finding out what's different about them, and whether they're sacrificing overall performance to address, say, long pet hair... or if it's just a marketing thing.
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