# iRobot Home (Classic) vs Petlibro

iRobot Home (Classic) and Petlibro both sit at 4.6 stars, but that hides the real split: 74% of iRobot Home (Classic)'s written reviews are positive against 13% of Petlibro's. iRobot Home (Classic) also leads on in-app purchases (none vs 12) and ratings volume (172K vs 7.4K). Petlibro's advantage is update cadence (weekly vs every 2 weeks) and chart position (#68 vs unranked). On price, rating, ads and device support there is nothing between them.

Both are free to download. Petlibro sells 11 in-app purchases, starting at $5.99 per month. iRobot Home (Classic) asks for nothing beyond the download.

iRobot Home (Classic) holds the better App Store score, 4.6 against 4.5. That said, the two scores are not equally well evidenced: iRobot Home (Classic) has 172K ratings behind it against 7.4K, so its average is the more settled of the two. Written reviews point the same way: 74% of iRobot Home (Classic)'s written reviews are positive against 13% of Petlibro's.

iRobot Home (Classic) ships an update every 2 weeks, Petlibro weekly. Both last shipped on October 29, 2026.

## The numbers

| Metric | iRobot Home (Classic) | Petlibro |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Price | Free | Free |
| Rating | **[4.6 (172K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/irobot-home-classic/id1012014442/reviews)** | [4.5 (7.4K ratings)](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petlibro/id1586120661/reviews) |
| Number of ratings | **172K** | 7.4K |
| Positive reviews | **74.1% of reviews** | 12.7% of reviews |
| In-app purchases | **No** | Yes |
| Ads | No | No |
| Update frequency | Every 2 weeks | **Weekly** |
| Monetization | **Ad-supported** | Free with in-app purchases |
| Best chart rank | — | **#68** |
| Size | 591 MB | 239 MB |
| Requires iOS | **15.0** | 15.6 |
| Devices | iPhone, iPad, iPod | iPhone, iPad, iPod |
| Age rating | 4+ | 4+ |
| Developer | [iRobot Corporation](https://appshunter.io/developer/479370968) | [Designlibro Inc](https://appshunter.io/developer/1586120663) |

## What reviewers say

### iRobot Home (Classic)

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/irobot-home-classic/id1012014442)

Control older iRobot floor cleaning robots with this app. It offers features like enhanced maps, room-specific cleaning, custom schedules, and smart home integrations. Ensure your robot is compatible before downloading.

**Highlights:** Control older iRobot models, Enhanced cleaning maps, Room and zone-specific cleaning, Customizable cleaning schedules, Personalized cleaning suggestions, Smart home integrations (Alexa, Siri, Google Assistant)

**Features:** Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases:** none

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Great robot
- 🚀 Excellent product
- 🚀 Impressive cleaning
- 🚀 Reliable and effective
- 🚀 Fantastic for pet owners

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 App issues (crashes, slow, glitches)
- 🐛 Mapping problems
- 🐛 Connectivity problems
- 🐛 Frequent maintenance required
- 🐛 Short battery life

**Reported bugs**

- App unable to connect to robot
- Mapping issues leading to navigation problems
- Charging and docking issues
- Unexpected robot behavior and errors

**Requested features**

- Add Siri/voice control integration
- Improve app UI and usability
- Allow manual control/steering
- Provide live map tracking
- Add more scheduling options


### Petlibro

[App page](https://appshunter.io/ios/app/petlibro/id1586120661)

**Currently charting:** #68 Top Grossing · Lifestyle, #177 Top Free · Lifestyle (US App Store)

Manage your pet's care remotely with smart device connectivity. Monitor well-being, set feeding schedules, and stay connected with live video streaming. Enjoy peace of mind knowing your pet is looked after.

**Highlights:** Remote device control, Real-time monitoring, Streamlined feeding schedules, Customizable voice messages, Live video streaming, Cloud video storage

**Features:** macOS Compatibility, Apple Wallet, Vision Pro support

**In-app purchases (11)**

| Purchase | Price | Billing |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Standard Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Care Monthly | $5.99 | per month |
| Plus Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| AI Standard Monthly | $11.99 | per month |
| Care Plus Monthly | $12.99 | per month |
| AI Premium Monthly | $16.99 | per month |
| Standard Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Care Yearly | $59.99 | per year |
| Plus Yearly | $119.99 | per year |
| Care Plus Yearly | $129.99 | per year |
| AI Premium Yearly | $169.99 | per year |

**What reviewers like**

- 🚀 Convenient remote feeding
- 📊 Detailed feeding logs
- 🎥 Camera and microphone features
- 🔒 Secure device sharing
- 🐱 Helpful for multi-pet households

**What reviewers complain about**

- 🐛 Connectivity issues and app malfunctions
- 📢 Excessive and inaccurate notifications
- 🔍 Confusing navigation and information architecture
- 💰 Subscription paywall for key features
- 🔄 Lack of multi-device synchronization

**Reported bugs**

- App frequently disconnects from devices
- Notifications not working as expected
- Incorrect water level and consumption reporting
- Difficulty reconnecting devices after firmware updates

**Requested features**

- Ability to customize feeding schedules and portions
- Integration with smart home systems
- Voice message playback without dispensing food
- Small portion dispensing for precise dietary control
- Improved water intake tracking and history


## Frequently asked questions

### Is iRobot Home (Classic) free?

iRobot Home (Classic) is free to download, with no in-app purchases.

### Is Petlibro free?

Petlibro is free to download, with in-app purchases available.

### Which has better reviews, iRobot Home (Classic) or Petlibro?

iRobot Home (Classic) is rated higher. iRobot Home (Classic) averages 4.6 out of 5 from 172K ratings, while Petlibro averages 4.5 from 7.4K ratings.

### Do iRobot Home (Classic) or Petlibro have ads?

Neither iRobot Home (Classic) nor Petlibro shows ads.

### Which is updated more often, iRobot Home (Classic) or Petlibro?

iRobot Home (Classic) ships an update every 2 weeks, and Petlibro weekly. Most recently, iRobot Home (Classic) was updated on October 29, 2026 and Petlibro on October 29, 2026.

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