The future of the 35-year-old company behind the Roomba is uncertain. iRobot has warned that it is running out of options and cash. The company said it may be forced to fold or seek bankruptcy ...

iRobot, the maker of the Roomba vacuum cleaner, filed for bankruptcy protection on Sunday, saying that it would go private after being bought by Picea Robotics, its primary manufacturer. The company, ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Liam McCabe iRobot filed for bankruptcy in December 2025 and expects to be ...

Branded is a weekly column devoted to the intersection of marketing, business, design, and culture. Just a few years ago, iRobot, best known as the maker of the Roomba, was riding high, with annual ...

iRobot’s bankruptcy has turned a familiar household helper into a source of anxiety, as Roomba owners suddenly have to think about what happens when the company behind their robot vacuum is in court ...

Roomba's parent company, iRobot, said it has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The vacuum cleaner manufacturer will be acquired by its main lender, Picea. The bankruptcy announcement comes after years ...