16 Best Vacuum Cleaners To Buy In Australia 2023

For when you need something that really, well, sucks… our round-up reveals what’s on offer and what type is best for you.

The humble vacuum cleaner has been radically transformed in recent years, largely due to technological advances, so choosing the best vacuum cleaner for your home can sometimes be more challenging than you might think.

The new appliances are lighter and often cordless. Some can be controlled remotely via your smartphone – and many are better for allergy sufferers . Great convenience however, can sometimes come with greater costs, so how exactly are you supposed to find the right machine for your home?

“[In terms of trends] people are moving away from canister vacuum cleaners to cordless handsticks and robotic vacuums,” observes Colin Jones, Category Expert at Appliances Online , describing a general shift in preferences across the country. “People often get both a cordless handstick, for spot clearing and a robotic vacuum for everyday cleaning.”

Here’s our guide to the major types of vacuum cleaners on the market and the pros and cons of each. It will put you on the right track to selecting the best one for your home and family…

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Key features to consider…

Style Each style of

Each style of vacuum cleaner has its pros and cons, so it’s important to consider which factors you’d like to prioritise. For example, is convenience or battery power the most important factor for you?

Floor type While many vacuums come with an array of additional attachments to allow you to vacuum efficiently on all surfaces and even help reach into the farthest nooks and crannies, some models do not. A vacuum designed for

While many vacuums come with an array of additional attachments to allow you to vacuum efficiently on all surfaces and even help reach into the farthest nooks and crannies, some models do not. A vacuum designed for carpet is very different from one that’s optimised for floorboards.

Battery power Mainly a problem for cordless and robot vacuums — consider the size of your home and how much runtime you will need. Many stick vacuums allow you to purchase an additional battery to help extend your runtime as needed.

Suction power Not all vacuums suck equally. In addition to looking at the suction force (check the air wattage — 100AW is a good place to start!), you’ll want to examine the filtration system in your vacuum. An easily clogged filter will have a dramatic impact on your vacuum’s suction power throughout its runtime.

Cleaning factor How easy is your vacuum to empty and clean? Many robot vacuums can self-empty and clean, while corded vacuums with bags ensure all of your dirt and dust stays confined during the disposal process.

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Stick and handheld vacuums

The biggest trend in floor care is undoubtedly the newer lightweight stick/handheld cleaners. Stick vacuum cleaners have rapidly improved in both suction and battery life, and usually come with an assortment of attachments that make them a truly viable option for all homes and their surfaces.

In the past, one of the major downsides of cordless vacuums has been their smaller battery and need for regular recharging. Newer models allow for quick-swapping with additional batteries allowing you to instantly extend your runtime. Some models, like the Dyson Outsize also come with significantly larger cleaner heads to help make cleaning bigger spaces more efficient.

Suction strength and hardy filters have also become a mainstay in the category. Heavy-duty filtration systems are designed to ensure your vacuum can clean the most miniscule particles without affecting the suction quality of your device. Samsung’s JetStick vacuum for example offers an advanced 5-layer dust filtration system which is ideal for minimising allergens in the home

But, it’s worth noting that sticks are not always great for carpeted areas, especially those with a shag finish. And, depending on the size of your home, they still might not be ideal if you like to do all the vacuuming at once.

However, they are a fantastic option for people who tend to clean in short, sharp bursts or do quick touch-ups every day or so. Their compact nature also makes them easy to store — especially in smaller homes and apartments.

When you only want or need to do a bit here and there, you can’t beat a hands-on option.

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Cannister vacuums

It may come as a surprise, but people are still comfortable with using canister vacuums, says Colin. “Their compartments are typically larger and the perception is that, as they are powered directly from an outlet, they are more powerful than the cordless options. With a canister you also don’t have to worry about running out of charge,” he explains.

A leader in this category is Miele – and Robin Werth, head of category management, marketing, of Miele Australia and New Zealand, believes canister vacuum cleaners offer the ideal solution for a more powerful, deep clean.

Robin is an advocate for bagged vacuum cleaners, and Miele has no intention of phasing them out. “Bagged vacuum cleaners remain Miele’s best sellers and the category continues to grow due to popularity,” he says. “Key reasons include hygienic dust disposal and cleanliness, along with convenience and no need for maintenance.”

It’s worth noting that allergy sufferers usually prefer bagged cleaners because they contain indoor allergens and dust better.

Packed with power, the classic style is still your go-to for getting the job done on all floor types.

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Robot vacuums

Ideal for homes with hard surfaces such as timber or tiles, robot vacuum cleaners take most of the work out of keeping your floor clean. Not only will they work while you’re out of the house, but they’re also smart enough to return to their hubs whenever they need recharging.

“Not long ago, robotic vacuums were synonymous with being more of a nuisance than they were helpful as they lacked intelligence and adequate navigation abilities,” says Karen Powell, Head of Ecovacs Robotic s for Australia and New Zealand. “New technology coupled with the ability for them to compete with more traditional vacuums in terms of suction power, proves that robotic vacuums are now no longer a gimmick but genuinely helpful home essentials adding a plethora of functional benefits in our homes.”

“Robot vacuums are proving a popular solution for the time-poor people, removing the grunt work associated with vacuuming,” says Colin. “Some models will manoeuvre around your furniture and will know to put the brakes on at the top of your stairs. If this convenience isn’t enough, you can even control some of these vacuums using an app on your smartphone or tablet.”

The navigational technology of robot vacuums continues to improve in leaps and bounds, and some models like the Ecovacs’ OZMO range are hybrid models – meaning that they can mop, sweep and vacuum your floor, which can be extra handy for those with timber or tiled floors.

Why apply all that elbow grease when a new machine can do it for you – and never complain!

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NEW VACUUM TECHNOLOGY

In addition to improved suction and convenience, many vacuums have sought to move ahead of the pack with even more technological advancements. When considering which vacuum is the best for you, we’d recommend considering which factors will help make your life and cleaning process easier. Here are some of our favourite new features…

Robot vacuums, of course, have in-built mapping and object detection and this technology continues to get more and more sophisticated. But, newer models like EcoVacs Robotic ‘s DEEBOT T9+ take their vacuum design to the next level with the addition of an integrated air freshener along with their mopping and vacuuming capabilities.

There’s nothing worse than emptying your vacuum cleaner’s dustbin and finding a mushroom cloud’s worth of dust spilling back into the air. Samsung’s Jet Stick Vacuum pairs beautifully with the Samsung Clean Station which automatically cleans the dustbin and boasts an ultrafine filter that ensures allergens and dust don’t get released back into the home.

Dyson’s Dyson Detect V15 features a handy particle counter on its LCD screen which acoustically senses the size and number of particles you vacuum to instantly highlight when a vacuumed area is truly clean. A built-in laser in the fluffy cleaner head also illuminates dust particles on the ground to help make cleaning easier.

OUR TOP VACUUM CLEANER PICKS

Dyson V12 Detect Slim Absolute cordless vacuum, $1299, The Good Guys
The V12 Detect Slim Absolute cordless vacuum is designed to help you maximise your cleaning sessions. Lightweight and easy-to-use, the V12 includes a clever laser that reveals microscopic dust on the floor, as well as an intelligent particle counter that can be viewed on the LCD screen that lets you know when you’ve thoroughly cleaned whatever you’re vacuuming.
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The V12 Detect Slim Absolute cordless vacuum is designed to help you maximise your cleaning sessions. Lightweight and easy-to-use, the V12 includes a clever laser that reveals microscopic dust on the floor, as well as an intelligent particle counter that can be viewed on the LCD screen that lets you know when you’ve thoroughly cleaned whatever you’re vacuuming.

Samsung Jet 90 Complete vacuum cleaner, $999, The Good Guys
With Sensitive Choice Approval from the National Asthma Council of Australia, Samsung’s Jet 90 Pro Vacuum Cleaner is perfect for those who are concerned about allergens and dust in the home. The vacuum cleaner features a clever 5-layered filtration system which allows it to capture up to 99.999% of micro dust particles, courtesy of its 200W of vacuum suction power.
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With Sensitive Choice Approval from the National Asthma Council of Australia, Samsung’s Jet 90 Pro Vacuum Cleaner is perfect for those who are concerned about allergens and dust in the home. The vacuum cleaner features a clever 5-layered filtration system which allows it to capture up to 99.999% of micro dust particles, courtesy of its 200W of vacuum suction power.

Electrolux Silent Performer bagged vacuum, $279, The Good Guys
For those who love a traditional bagged vacuum, you can’t look much further than Electrolux’s Silent Performer Bagged Vacuum. As the name suggests, this vacuum features a Silence Pro System resulting in minimal noise, while the washable HEPA filter works to clean your floors with incredible efficiency. The 12m cable means you won’t have to swap power points all that often, while the dust bag ensures your dust and dirt stays contained.
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For those who love a traditional bagged vacuum, you can’t look much further than Electrolux’s Silent Performer Bagged Vacuum. As the name suggests, this vacuum features a Silence Pro System resulting in minimal noise, while the washable HEPA filter works to clean your floors with incredible efficiency. The 12m cable means you won’t have to swap power points all that often, while the dust bag ensures your dust and dirt stays contained.

LG A9 Kompressor Evolve stick vacuum, $799, The Good Guys
LG’s range of cordless vacuums are ideal for homes both big and small, and comes with a compact standing dock that charges your secondary battery for you while making storage a breeze. To help you get the most out of your vacuum cleaner, Kompressor technology compacts vacuumed dust and debris, while the adjustable wand length allows you to clean hard-to-reach areas.
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LG’s range of cordless vacuums are ideal for homes both big and small, and comes with a compact standing dock that charges your secondary battery for you while making storage a breeze. To help you get the most out of your vacuum cleaner, Kompressor technology compacts vacuumed dust and debris, while the adjustable wand length allows you to clean hard-to-reach areas.

Miele CX1 Blizzard Cat & Dog bagless vacuum cleaner, $729, Appliances Online
As the name suggests, Miele’s CX1 bagless vacuum cleaner is specifically designed for homes with furry pets, and as such, boasts extremely powerful suction and a HEPA AirClean filter for maximum cleaning efficiency. In addition to this, the CX1 is exceptionally quiet and comes with a range of cleaning attachments. The cable is 6.5m metres long, giving you ample space to move.
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As the name suggests, Miele’s CX1 bagless vacuum cleaner is specifically designed for homes with furry pets, and as such, boasts extremely powerful suction and a HEPA AirClean filter for maximum cleaning efficiency. In addition to this, the CX1 is exceptionally quiet and comes with a range of cleaning attachments. The cable is 6.5m metres long, giving you ample space to move.

Ecovacs Deebot Ozmo T9+ robotic vacuum, $1299, Bing Lee
Designed to be the ultimate floorcare solution for every home, Ecovacs’ newest offering will vacuum and mop your floor while spritzing air freshener throughout the house. With updated auto-mapping technology, the T9+ vacuum is smarter than previous models and cleverly navigates around the home with minimal intervention. It also comes with an auto-empty station to make cleaning your robot vacuum a breeze.
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Designed to be the ultimate floorcare solution for every home, Ecovacs’ newest offering will vacuum and mop your floor while spritzing air freshener throughout the house. With updated auto-mapping technology, the T9+ vacuum is smarter than previous models and cleverly navigates around the home with minimal intervention. It also comes with an auto-empty station to make cleaning your robot vacuum a breeze.

Samsung Bespoke Jet Complete Extra cordless vacuum, $899, The Good Guys
We never thought we’d say ‘stylish’ and ‘vacuum’ in the same sentence, but Samsung’s latest cordless vacuum is as chic as they come. The BESPOKE Jet isn’t just good-looking though – it’s Samsung’s most powerful vacuum yet! With a high-performance filtration system that helps trap up to 99.999% of fine dust, and allergens from releasing back into the air, you can rest assured knowing it’s cleaning your floors and home properly. It’s also a dream to use and empty thanks to the new integrated Clean Station(TM) that conveniently empties the bin without getting your hands dirty or dust everywhere. We are partial to this forest green colourway, it’s also available in White and Midnight Blue to suit any interior style.
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We never thought we’d say ‘stylish’ and ‘vacuum’ in the same sentence, but Samsung’s latest cordless vacuum is as chic as they come. The BESPOKE Jet isn’t just good-looking though – it’s Samsung’s most powerful vacuum yet! With a high-performance filtration system that helps trap up to 99.999% of fine dust, and allergens from releasing back into the air, you can rest assured knowing it’s cleaning your floors and home properly. It’s also a dream to use and empty thanks to the new integrated Clean Station(TM) that conveniently empties the bin without getting your hands dirty or dust everywhere. We are partial to this forest green colourway, it’s also available in White and Midnight Blue to suit any interior style.

Eufy X8 Twin Turbine Robovac cleaner, $1249, Matt Blatt
If you’re looking for a robot vacuum that is powerful enough to remove sticky pet hair, the Eufy X8 is for you. Eufy has doubled the suction power for this model to achieve a deeper level of clean. Two turbines, each generating up to 2000Pa of intense suction, clean up to 57.6% more pet hair when compared with a single-turbine robotic vacuum. This hybrid 2-in-1 vacuum and mop boasts BoostIQ™ Technology, meaning suction power will automatically increase in just 1.5 seconds when extra vacuuming strength is needed, such as when changing levels from a hard floor to a rug.
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If you’re looking for a robot vacuum that is powerful enough to remove sticky pet hair, the Eufy X8 is for you. Eufy has doubled the suction power for this model to achieve a deeper level of clean. Two turbines, each generating up to 2000Pa of intense suction, clean up to 57.6% more pet hair when compared with a single-turbine robotic vacuum. This hybrid 2-in-1 vacuum and mop boasts BoostIQ™ Technology, meaning suction power will automatically increase in just 1.5 seconds when extra vacuuming strength is needed, such as when changing levels from a hard floor to a rug.

Kogan Z11 Total Pro cordless stick vacuum cleaner, $189, Kogan
Kogan’s Z11 Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner can be fully charged in just three hours, and boasts a 52-minute run time, making it ideal for quick cleans. The 270° rotatable design allows for maximum reach, while the washable HEPA filter helps keep allergens, dust and dirt contained. The Total Pro set comes with an additional battery as well as three extra filters, ensuring you can get the most out of your device.
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Kogan’s Z11 Cordless Stick Vacuum Cleaner can be fully charged in just three hours, and boasts a 52-minute run time, making it ideal for quick cleans. The 270° rotatable design allows for maximum reach, while the washable HEPA filter helps keep allergens, dust and dirt contained. The Total Pro set comes with an additional battery as well as three extra filters, ensuring you can get the most out of your device.

Miele Complete C3 Family All-Rounder vacuum cleaner, $536, Appliances Online
With a special HyClean dust bag and motor protection filter, this vacuum cleaner from Miele promises to filter and contain 99.9% of dust particles. The easy-to-use foot control will rewind your cable after use at the press of a button, while the stainless steel telescopic tube works hard while giving you a working radius of up to 11 metres.
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With a special HyClean dust bag and motor protection filter, this vacuum cleaner from Miele promises to filter and contain 99.9% of dust particles. The easy-to-use foot control will rewind your cable after use at the press of a button, while the stainless steel telescopic tube works hard while giving you a working radius of up to 11 metres.

iRobot Roomba R606 robot vacuum cleaner, $571.10, Amazon
The Roomba 606 Robot Vacuum comes with an in-built dust detector that finds and captures dust and dirt particles, as well as larger debris like hair on both carpet and floorboards. The mapping technology features a cliff detection sensor that helps your Roomba avoid falling off edges and stairs while the auto-adjusting cleaning head alters its height to effectively clean carpet and hard floors.
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The Roomba 606 Robot Vacuum comes with an in-built dust detector that finds and captures dust and dirt particles, as well as larger debris like hair on both carpet and floorboards. The mapping technology features a cliff detection sensor that helps your Roomba avoid falling off edges and stairs while the auto-adjusting cleaning head alters its height to effectively clean carpet and hard floors.

Bosch Free’e ProPower vacuum cleaner, $293, Appliances Online
Made in Germany, Bosch’s heavy-duty Free’e ProPower Vacuum Cleaner is designed for maximum cleaning performance. Featuring a HEPA filter that works to remove allergens, dust, pollen and dander from your home, the vacuum’s Variable Power function helps you focus your machine’s suction where you need it. The vacuum also comes with a special Hard Floor Nozzle that works to clean effectively without scratching your flooring, and the 4L dust bag capacity will ensure you can keep vacuuming for a long time.
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Made in Germany, Bosch’s heavy-duty Free’e ProPower Vacuum Cleaner is designed for maximum cleaning performance. Featuring a HEPA filter that works to remove allergens, dust, pollen and dander from your home, the vacuum’s Variable Power function helps you focus your machine’s suction where you need it. The vacuum also comes with a special Hard Floor Nozzle that works to clean effectively without scratching your flooring, and the 4L dust bag capacity will ensure you can keep vacuuming for a long time.

Tineco Pure One S11 cordless stick vacuum, $599 (usually $699), Godfrey’s
With a runtime of up to 40 minutes, the Tineco Pure One Stick Vacuum easily converts into a handheld vacuum when needed. The 4-stage HEPA filtration ensures all manner of dust, dirt and allergens are sucked up while cleaning, while the Smart LED Display and iLoop Dust Sensor work to adjust the strength of your vacuum cleaner’s suction power depending on surface type.
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With a runtime of up to 40 minutes, the Tineco Pure One Stick Vacuum easily converts into a handheld vacuum when needed. The 4-stage HEPA filtration ensures all manner of dust, dirt and allergens are sucked up while cleaning, while the Smart LED Display and iLoop Dust Sensor work to adjust the strength of your vacuum cleaner’s suction power depending on surface type.

Electrolux Pure C9 Origin bagless vacuum cleaner, $349, The Good Guys
A multidirectional front wheel helps to ensure that this Bagless Vacuum Cleaner from Electrolux can easily manoeuvre throughout the house while also accessing difficult-to-reach areas. The vacuum’s easy-empty system makes clean-up simple, while the sealed 7-step filtration system ensures a truly deep clean.
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A multidirectional front wheel helps to ensure that this Bagless Vacuum Cleaner from Electrolux can easily manoeuvre throughout the house while also accessing difficult-to-reach areas. The vacuum’s easy-empty system makes clean-up simple, while the sealed 7-step filtration system ensures a truly deep clean.

Roborock S6 Pure robot vacuum and mop, $930.05, Amazon
Roborock’s S6 intelligently vacuums and mops your home with minimal oversight, courtesy of its intelligent smart planning ability. With a water tank capacity of up to 180ml, this robot vacuum can mop a space of up to 1610 square feet in one go. Customised cleaning tools, Google Home and Alexa voice control, strong suction, and a smart automatic recharging feature make this vacuum an easy choice for any home.
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Roborock’s S6 intelligently vacuums and mops your home with minimal oversight, courtesy of its intelligent smart planning ability. With a water tank capacity of up to 180ml, this robot vacuum can mop a space of up to 1610 square feet in one go. Customised cleaning tools, Google Home and Alexa voice control, strong suction, and a smart automatic recharging feature make this vacuum an easy choice for any home.

Dyson Outszie Absolute cordless vacuum, $1399, The Good Guys
Dyson’s Outsize vacuum cleaner was developed with large homes in mind, and comes with a 150 per cent bigger bin and a 25 per cent wider cleaner head than the rest of the Dyson stick vacuum cleaner range, while also boasting a 60-minute runtime. Extremely powerful, the Outsize intelligently detects the surface you’re vacuuming and adjusts its suction strength accordingly.
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Dyson’s Outsize vacuum cleaner was developed with large homes in mind, and comes with a 150 per cent bigger bin and a 25 per cent wider cleaner head than the rest of the Dyson stick vacuum cleaner range, while also boasting a 60-minute runtime. Extremely powerful, the Outsize intelligently detects the surface you’re vacuuming and adjusts its suction strength accordingly.

Bissell Crosswave Pet All in One Wet/Dry vacuum cleaner and mop, $398, Bing Lee
Bissell’s Crosswave stick vacuum doubles as a mop, allowing you to vacuum and wash your floors simultaneously. Designed specifically for cleaning up pet fur and dander courtesy of a multi-surface pet brush roll and pet hair strainer, the Crosswave also includes a special pet cleaning solution help eliminate pet odours.
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Bissell’s Crosswave stick vacuum doubles as a mop, allowing you to vacuum and wash your floors simultaneously. Designed specifically for cleaning up pet fur and dander courtesy of a multi-surface pet brush roll and pet hair strainer, the Crosswave also includes a special pet cleaning solution help eliminate pet odours.