Miele (via The Good Guys), Dyson, Dreame
When it comes to household cleaning, vacuuming is up there as one of the most frequent tasks. And while there is something satisfying about watching vacuum cleaners suck up dust, dirt and other debris, it becomes frustrating when they aren’t performing at their best.
So how long is a vacuum supposed to last? According to consumer advocacy group Choice, most vacuum cleaners in Australia should last between 5-8 years.
This can vary depending on factors including the type (Choice focused on stick or barrel/upright models), brand and price. How often you use it and do maintenance (like cleaning the filters) also have an impact.
2025’S TOP VACUUM CLEANERS
- Best stick vacuum: Dyson V15 Detect Absolute vacuum, $1449 at Amazon
- Best barrel vacuum cleaner: Miele Blizzard CX1 Cat & Dog bagless vacuum $849 at Amazon
- Best robot vacuum: Dreame X50 Ultra robot vacuum and mop, $2400 (usually $2999) at Appliances Online
- Best cordless vacuum under $1000: Shark Clean & Empty, $599.99 at Amazon
- Best vacuum mop combo: Tineco iFloor 5 Wet Dry Vacuum, $598.38 at Amazon
But if you’ve had your vacuum for more than a few years and it’s not cleaning the way it used to, it might be time for an upgrade.
Fortunately, there is a great choice of vacuum cleaners on the market, including new models with features that can make the whole process easier.
From stick vacuums with automated cleaning and suction adjustments to high-tech robot vacuums, vacuum-mop combinations and classic barrel models, here we have rounded up some of the best vacuum cleaners in Australia based on features including suction power, running time, dust bin capacity, warranties and customer reviews. You can also check out our methodology for more details on what we consider to help you choose the right vacuum for your home.
The Best Vacuum Cleaners To Shop In Australia 2025
01
Dyson V15 Detect Absolute vacuum
$1449 at Amazon
Best stick vacuum
The Dyson V15 Detect Absolute is an impressive cordless stick vacuum with HEPA filtration and strong suction, thanks to a Dyson Hyperdymium digital motor that can spin at up to 125,000 rpm. It has a Fluffy Optic cleaning head that lights up so you can see every spec of dust, as well as a dust sensor that helps optimise power and running time (which is up to 60 minutes). The display shares data so you can check on dirt levels, maintenance requirements and more, and you can switch out heads for different purposes so it’s easy to clean floors, sofas, the car and more.
“The Dyson V15 is a fantastic vacuum, I previously had the V10 but this is a massive step up. A great, longer lasting battery with a screen to choose speed and show remaining life. Comes with enough attachments to do the whole house, the car and anywhere else,” one Australian customer said in a 5-star review on Amazon, where it has a 4.7-star average rating from over 55 global customers.
It has also 5-star reviews from over 15,000 customers on the Dyson website, where one Australian customer recently simply summed it up with: “I’ve had a Dyson before, this one is even better than the last one!”
Key features:
- Powerful 240 air watts suction
- 99.99% HEPA filtration
- Piezo sensor for dust particles and automatic suction power adjustments
- Hair detangling design and tools
- LCD display with deep-clean data and maintenance reminders
- Run time of up to 60 minutes
- 0.77L bin capacity
- 2-year warranty
Also available at:
- $1431 (usually $1449) from Appliances Online
- $1449 from Dyson
- $1449 from The Good Guys
- $1449 from Bing Lee
- $1449 from David Jones
- $1449 from Myer
02
Miele Blizzard CX1 Cat & Dog bagless vacuum
$849 at Amazon
Best barrel vacuum cleaner
This Miele vacuum cleaner is a seriously impressive machine, with a single cyclone motor, 1100-watt power and measured air flow of more than 100km/h. If you have pets or a high-traffic home that’s prone to dust and dirt, the 2L bagless bin capacity means you can clean without having to stop as often to empty it out. While barrel and corded vacuums aren’t usually considered as stylish as a cordless or robot vacuum, they do tend to last longer and have more power – and this one has a generous 11m operating radius that means the cord will rarely need to be moved from powerpoint to powerpoint (unless you’re in a multi-level home).
“Easy to use, very easy to empty, easy to clean, follows you as you work… Cleaning power second to none, it removed container after container of dog and cat hair from my carpets and rugs when I first started using it much to my horror. Suction power is huge and the two vacuum feet it came with are perfect for both my wooden floors and carpeted areas,” one Australian customer shared in a 5-star review on Amazon, where it has a 4.5-star rating from over 340 customers.
It also has an impressive 4.7-star average from over 390 customers on The Good Guys, where one customer shared: ” Suction is fantastic and the gadgets to connect are very useful. It’s quiet and easy to use. You’ll end up wanting to vacuum everything once you get it.”
Key features:
- Vortex technology with air flow of more than 100 km/h to collect coarse and fine dust
- HEPA lifetime filter captures 99.999% of fine dust and allergens
- Turbo brush for pet hair and lint, dusting brush, upholstery brush and crevice nozzle with integrated storage
- 2L dust bin capacity
- Corded design with 11m cleaning radius
- 2-year manufacturer’s warranty
Available at:
- $705 (usually $849) from Appliances Online
- $749 from The Good Guys
- $749 from Bing Lee
03
Dreame X50 Ultra robot vacuum and mop
from $2400 (usually $2999) at Appliances Online
Best robot vacuum
The Dreame X50 Ultra is designed to make keeping your floors clean easier than ever, with world-first robotic legs to navigate obstacles and split-levels, hot water mopping and 3D mapping. It can detect different objects, drop down to 8.9cm to get under furniture and has self-cleaning and self-drying features.
“Build quality is excellent and it’s our first robot vacuum. The self cleaning technology is spot on and the easy to access water tank and voice commands makes it easy to use,” one customer shared in a 5-star review on Appliances Online, where it has a 4.8-star average from a handful of reviews. It also had a 4.8-star average from over 1490 customers on Google and is included in our guide to the best robot vacuum cleaners.
Key features:
- 20,000Pa suction and hot water mopping
- World-first retractable robotic legs to climb up to 6cm high
- Can drop down to 8.9cm for cleaning under furniture
- Self-emptying and self-cleaning
- AI camera and LED guidance system
- Automatically adjusts settings based on dirt levels
- Smart app and built-in voice assistant
- 3-year warranty
Available at:
- $2400 from Big W Market
- $2567 (usually $2999) from Winnings
- $2999 from Dreame
- $2999 from Amazon
- $2999 from David Jones
- $2999 from The Good Guys
- $2999 from Bing Lee
04
Shark Clean & Empty
$599.99 at Amazon
Best cordless vacuum under $1000
This lightweight stick vacuum from Shark has a handy auto-emptying and charging dock. So after you use it, you can just put it on to charge and the dust and dirt will be deposited in a larger container that you can empty when it’s full, instead of needing to do it every time you vacuum. It also has a multi-surface brush roll and automatically adjusts when you’re moving between carpets and hard floors.
It has has HEPA filtration and an anti-allergen complete seal that filters 99.97% of dust an allergens, LED headlights to pick up hidden spots of dirt, hair or debris and a removable hand vacuum.
The model’s proved popular with customers too, with an average rating of 4.5-stars from over 370 customers on the Shark website.
“My apt is roughly 1000sqft and this vac does a beautiful job in every room and switches flawlessly between diff modes for carpet/kitchen floor,” one customer shared in a detailed 5-star review.
“I get a kick out of the self clean feature (but I’m a little nerdy so it doesn’t tale much to amuse me) and the dust cup & battery life is perfect for my size home… The fact that its versatile & I can take this out to the car is going to be another great use of it.”
Key features:
- Auto-adjusting and multi-surface brushroll optimises power for different types of flooring
- HEPA filtration and anti-allergen complete seal
- Run time of up to 40 minutes
- Automatic charging and emptying dock
- 1.3L auto-empty base
- 2-year warranty
Also available at:
- $379 (usually $599.99) from The Good Guys
- $379 (usually $599) from Betta
- $399.99 (usually $599.99) from Shark
- $399.99 (usually $599.99) from Myer
- $599 (usually $759) from David Jones
- $749 from Appliances Online
05
Samsung Bespoke AI Jet Ultra Vacuum
from $1639 at Appliances Online
Best vacuum for self-emptying and smart features
This sleek stick vacuum from Samsung can generate up to 400W of extreme suction to effectively capture dust, hair and debris on multiple-surfaces. The lightweight Hexajet Motor, 12 Jet Cyclones and 33 air inlets are all designed to keep suction strong and trap fine particles, while the AI Cleaning Mode means it can automatically adjust suction and brush speed for different flooring. And the high-tech Integrated Clean Station takes self-emptying to a new level, using Air Pulse technology to help remove hair and up to 99.999% of fine dust in the auto-closing dustbin.
“Awesome suction and the auto empty is amazing! It’s also so light and easy to use,” one customer said in a 5-star review on the Samsung website, where it has a 4.7-star average from over 100 reviews and is currently sold out.
“Good suction, light to handle, long battery life, removes carpet pilling that did not come off with other vacuums, and self-cleaning is a bonus,” another customer shared in a 5-star review on The Good Guys, where it had top ratings from the handful of customers who’d reviewed it at the time of writing.
Key features:
- Powerful Hexajet Motor generates up to 400W of suction power
- Five-stage filtration system captures up to 99.999% of fine dust and allergens
- Run time of up to 100 minutes
- AI Cleaning Mode automatically adjusts suction and brush speed based on the type of flooring
- Automatic charging and emptying dock
- Specialised pet hair tool, spray spinning sweeper head, combination long reach and crevice tool
- 2-year battery warranty, 10-year motor warranty
Also available at:
- $1699 from The Good Guys
- $1699 from Winnings
06
Tineco iFloor 5 Wet Dry Vacuum
$598.38 at Amazon
Best vacuum mop combo
If you’ve dreamed of doing your vacuuming and mopping at the same time, or of cleaning up wet messes in one go, the price of the Tineco iFloor 5 makes it a seriously appealing option – even before we get to the features. It has an innovative flat scraper on the roller, which clears away debris and extracts dirty water to leave your floors clean with every brush across the floor.
It also has a separate dirty water tank so only clean water is used on your floors, self-cleaning features and a self-propelled design that makes it easier to use.
“Highly recommend, I have to admit that I was skeptical about this purchase but so glad I purchased it, all in one vacuum and mop, I can even do my rugs with it to freshen them up and our low pile carpet in our bedroom, the rest of our home has white tiles and they dry with no water marks and it also picks up my hair, which is a big bonus,” one customer shared in a detailed 5-star review on Amazon, where it has a 4.5-star rating from over 210 customers.
One thing worth noting, though, is that it does only have a maximum running time of 30-35 minutes. So for large households, you might need to clean room-by-room and charge it in-between.
Key features:
- Vacuum and mop in one go
- Designed to clean up wet and dry messes
- Self-cleaning system and innovative scraper for a streak-free floor
- Enhanced edge cleaning brush with the capability to clean edges and corners as narrow as 0.5cm
- 2-year manufacturer’s warranty
Available at:
- $472 from Big W Market
- $539 from Bing Lee
- $599 from Appliances Online
07
LG CordZero Handstick Vac
from $299 (usually $499) from LG
Best compact stick vacuum
This affordable stick vacuum from LG is designed for simple, efficient cleaning and features a 5-step filtration system, simple thumb control and an ergonomic design. It weights 2.5kg, which is on the lighter side for vacuum cleaners, and has an LG Inverter Motor that rotates at high speed to create rapid air flow in the vacuums cyclone chambers – which leads to powerful suction.
“Lightweight, powerful, silent, easy to clean and a beautiful design,” one customer said in a 5-star review on the LG Australia website, where it has a 4.2-star average from over 60 customers. LG was also named Best Stick Vacuum Brand 2024 by Choice.
“I primarily decided to buy this LG A9 [N SOLO vacuum] as it had the best feeling build quality when compared to competing vacuums. I’ve found it very easy to use with simple washable filters and it picks up an impressive amount of dust/hair without even needing to use its turbo mode,” another customer said.
Key features:
- Lightweight, ergonomic design
- 5-step filtration system
- Removable and washable filters
- Power Drive Nozzle for effective particle pick up
- LG AEROSCIENCE air flow vacuum technology
- 2-year manufacturer’s warranty
Available at:
- $299 from Bing Lee
- $472 from Big W Market
08
TP-Link Tapo RV20 Max Plus robotic vacuum and mop
from $319 from The Good Guys
Best robot vacuum under $500
With 5300Pa suction power, HEPA filtration, smart obstacle avoidance and customisable mapping, this robot vacuum covers the essentials without a huge price tag. It also has mopping capabilities, although the small size means that it only has a 300ml water tank so it may be better suited to spot-mopping than deep cleans.
“I wasn’t expecting that much from this unit for the price, but I was pleasantly surprised. I found the software worked well and the cleaning/mopping power was better than expected,” one customer shared in a 5-star review on The Good Guys, where it has a 4.4-star average from over 139 customer reviews.
Key features:
- 5300Pa suction
- HEPA filtration
- Suitable for vacuuming both hard floors and carpets
- Auto-empty design with 3L dust bag
- Up to 3 hours of continuous cleaning
- MagSlim and IMU dual navigation, app control and virtual walls
- Wet and dry cleaning with mopping attachment
- 1-year manufacturer’s warranty
09
Bissell Symphony Pet vacuum and steam cleaner
$399 at Amazon
Best upright vacuum cleaner
This upright vacuum cleaner also has a steam mop function to help keep hard floors clean without any need for harsh chemicals. The easy-touch digital controls also make it easy to switch between vacuuming and high or low steam functions, and the removable, washable mop pads mean you can vacuum on carpeted areas as well as hard floors.
“Great vacuum suction and the fragrant disc pads make the house smell nice and fresh, which is what I need with two dogs in the house,” one customer shared in a 5-star review in Amazon, where it has a 4.3-star average rating from over 23 customers.
“Everything I wanted it to be- as an older person makes vacuuming and cleaning easier,” another customer shared in a 5-star review on Appliances Online.
Key features:
- Vacuum cleaner and steam mop
- Removable, washable mop pads
- Powerful bagless vacuum designed to capture pet hair and dry debris
- 7-metre corded design
- 2-year manufacturer’s warranty
How choose the best type of vacuum cleaner for your home: Expert insights
Australians have a huge range of choice when it comes to the type of vacuum cleaners on the market, so choosing the type (or types) you’re interested in can be a simple way of focusing your search for a new one. So, I spoke to Colin Jones, a category expert at Appliances Online, to get some insights on the main types of vacuum cleaners.
Stick vacuums are a more popular choice these days because they’re cordless, lightweight and often come with detachable, handheld vacuums. Colin says they’re “ideal for quick clean-ups and everyday messes”.
“They’re especially effective on hard floors and in small to medium-sized spaces,” he notes.
“However, they often have smaller dustbin capacity, limited battery life, and less suction power compared to upright or barrel vacuums and require more frequent emptying and charging.”
You can find good vacuum cleaners at low price points across the range, but more conventional barrel or canister vacuums with power cords had a reputation for being solid all-rounders. Colin describes them as the “tried-and-true model”, and most of us will be familiar with wheeling them around rooms.
“These vacuums offer good suction at a reasonable price point. They feature a separate canister and hose, and while some models require dust bags, others are bagless, saving you the hassle of searching for replacement bags when the model changes,” he says. But the weight and power cord length can be limiting, so it’s important to check these details when you’re shopping around.
“Robotic vacuum cleaners have gained popularity for their convenience and hands-free operation. These smart devices can clean while you’re away or asleep, making them perfect for busy households,” Colin says.
“They excel at maintaining hard floors and low-pile carpets, and many models can be controlled via smartphone apps, allowing for scheduling and remote operation. Their compact size allows them to clean under furniture easily.”
But, he notes, they do have limitations, such as hands-on set up to effectively map your home, as well as limited navigation or obstacle avoidance issues. Years ago, I remember a friend of mine had a robot vacuum years that was great – until it got stuck under the couch or in a tight corner.
“From the long-standing barrel vacuum cleaner, to the popular upright vacuum, the convenient cordless stick vacuum, and the high-tech robotic models, each type has its own set of advantages and disadvantages to consider before making a purchase,” Colin says. But knowing about the different types means you can compare and choose a vacuum cleaner that has the key features and functionality that you want when cleaning your home.
Other types of vacuum cleaners
While cordless stick vacuums, robot vacuums and canister vacuum cleaners are the most common, there are a few other styles on the market, including backpack, barrel and upright vacuums.
“Upright vacuum cleaners were popular in the past when there were fewer vacuum types available,” Colin notes.
“They remain a good choice for cleaning large, open areas with minimal obstacles. Available in both bagged and bagless models, uprights offer good suction but can be heavy to lift and are generally less convenient for cleaning staircases or tight spaces.”
But unlike cordless stick vacuums, upright models are often corded. So it’s a good idea to consider cord length and where the power points are in your home for this type of vacuum.
Backpack and barrel vacuums are both often associated with more commercial use, but backpack models can be a good choice if you’d prefer not to lug the vacuum around with your arms.
Beyond that, there are specific models for wet-and-dry vacuuming, pet hair and dander cleaning and other specific cleaning needs. These can come in any shape or size, so you’ll often find canister, stick and robot vacuums with features suited to these needs.
How we choose the best vacuum cleaners in Australia for 2025
The Australian Women’s Weekly team has collectively used, tested and assessed a huge range of vacuum cleaners, which has helped us develop a clear set of criteria to inform our pick of the best vacuums in Australia. We regularly review a wide range of products on the market, then narrow it down to ones available with our partners and consider the following essential criteria:
- Performance and performance-related features
- Efficiency
- Warranty coverage and maintenance
- Design and size
- Reviews, including our own hands-on experiences when possible
- Other notable features or elements
We also consider different price-points, sales and availability of stock, regularly reviewing and updating this guide to help ensure you can get the vacuum cleaner you want.
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