Is the Roomba j7+ worth the premium over cheaper robot vacuums?

Regarding the Roomba: If you have pets and worry about your robot smearing a mess, the j7+’s pet-waste avoidance justifies the premium. For everyone else, the [Roborock Q](https://www.amazon.com/s?k=Roborock+Q&tag=wehavethat-20)5 Pro handles 90% of the same jobs for significantly less money. You’re paying the extra $150 for peace of mind — whether that’s worth it depends on whether you’ve ever found a surprise on your floor.