4 Things to Know About Roborock Q5 Max+ vs Roomba j5+ Noise
- The [Roborock Q](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Roborock+Q&tag=wehavethat-20)5 Max+ measures 52 dB, quieter than the [Roomba j](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Roomba+j&tag=wehavethat-20)5+ at 56 dB on paper.
- The Roborock’s higher-pitched motor hum is more annoying than the Roomba’s lower rumble.
- Sometimes louder is less irritating — a lower pitch can feel less intrusive despite higher decibels.
- Sound quality matters more than raw volume for real-world annoyance.