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Best Vacuum Cleaners
While there are many types of vacuum cleaners available, only some may be suited to for your living situation. The factors most likely to influence your purchasing decision are the size of your home and the type of flooring you have. If you have allergies or pets who shed, you will want a powerful upright or barrel vacuum. Which type of filter/s you choose, and whether you opt for a model with a bag or a bin mostly come down to personal preference.
Read More...Here are the basics on vacuums. More detailed information can be found in our Vacuum Cleaners Buying Guide below.
| Type | Main Features | Best For | Average Prices |
|---|---|---|---|
| Barrel vacuum cleaners | Interchangeable heads for any surface. Easy to get under furniture and into crevices. Bulkiness is their main drawback. | 3+ bedrooms, any carpet type, pets, multi-storey homes | $350-$500 |
| Upright vacuum cleaners | Most powerful vacuum type - best for a thorough clean of any carpet or rug. Their rigid form allows mobility in spite of their weight - although stairs can pose a problem. | 3+ bedrooms, any carpet type, pets, tough cleaning jobs | $400-$500 |
| Stick vacuum cleaners | Lightweight, cordless, and easy to store! However, limited power means they’re best for low-pile carpets or hard floors only. | 1-2 bedrooms, low-pile carpet, spot cleaning, secondary vacuum, limited storage space | $200-$350 |
| Handheld vacuum cleaners | Handy to store in your kitchen or garage for small, unexpected spills, or getting dirt out of your car. | Spot cleaning, car cleaning, secondary vacuum | $150-$200 |
| Robot vacuum cleaners | Automated, can extend the time between more thorough vacuums. Struggles with thick carpet. | Use in conjunction with regular vacuuming, hard flooring, surface debris | $700+ |
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485 listings
Price (RRP) A$329.00
- Review Summary
- Build Quality2.5 (2)
- Value for Money4.0 (3)
- Ease of Use4.0 (3)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.0 (3)
- Noise Level2.3 (3)
- Pet OwnerYes (3) · No (0)
Stick Vacuum CleanersElectrolux Ergorapido 4th Generation · includes 3 listings
3.5 from 51 reviews
Bin Capacity0.5 L
HEPA FilterNo
Price (RRP) A$249.00
- Review Summary
- Build Quality3.2 (5)
- Value for Money2.6 (5)
- Ease of Use4.4 (5)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 3.8 (5)
- Noise Level3.8 (5)
- Pet OwnerYes (2) · No (3)
Price (RRP) A$1,499.00
- Review Summary
- Build Quality3.1 (10)
- Value for Money1.9 (10)
- Ease of Use3.3 (10)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 3.5 (10)
- Noise Level2.8 (11)
- Pet OwnerYes (5) · No (4)
Upright Vacuum CleanersDyson Small Ball · includes 2 listings
3.3 from 84 reviews
Bin Capacity
HEPA FilterNo
Price (RRP) A$399.00
- Review Summary
- Build Quality3.9 (17)
- Value for Money3.0 (18)
- Ease of Use3.4 (18)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 3.6 (18)
- Noise Level3.3 (18)
- Pet OwnerYes (11) · No (8)
Barrel Vacuum CleanersPhilips PowerPro Active Bagless · includes 4 listings
3.5 from 55 reviews
Bin Capacity1.7 L
HEPA FilterEither
Price (RRP) A$319.00
- Review Summary
- Build Quality3.0 (2)
- Value for Money4.5 (2)
- Ease of Use5.0 (2)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.0 (2)
- Noise Level4.5 (2)
- Pet OwnerYes (1) · No (1)
Price (RRP) A$299.00
- Review Summary
- Build Quality3.2 (10)
- Value for Money2.6 (10)
- Ease of Use3.6 (10)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 3.6 (10)
- Noise Level3.2 (10)
- Pet OwnerYes (5) · No (5)
- Review Summary
- Build Quality5.0 (1)
- Value for Money5.0 (1)
- Ease of Use5.0 (1)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 5.0 (1)
- Noise Level5.0 (1)
- Pet OwnerYes (1) · No (0)
Barrel Vacuum CleanersHoover 5013PH Dog and Cat T4008
3.2 from 100 reviews
Bin Capacity1.1 L
HEPA FilterYes
Price (RRP) A$98.00
- Review Summary
- Build Quality3.0 (12)
- Value for Money3.3 (12)
- Ease of Use3.2 (12)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 2.8 (12)
- Noise Level3.3 (12)
- Pet OwnerYes (11) · No (1)
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Handheld Vacuum CleanersBlack & Decker Dustbuster Flexi · includes 7 listings
3.7 from 36 reviews
Bin Capacity0.44 L
HEPA FilterNo
Price (RRP) A$99.00 to A$139.00
- Review Summary
- Build Quality3.0 (3)
- Value for Money3.3 (3)
- Ease of Use4.0 (3)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 2.7 (3)
- Noise Level3.0 (3)
- Pet OwnerYes (1) · No (2)
Handheld Vacuum CleanersBlack & Decker Dustbuster Cyclonic Action · includes 14 listings
3.8 from 32 reviews
Bin Capacity0.5 L
HEPA FilterNo
- Review Summary
- Build Quality3.6 (5)
- Value for Money3.2 (5)
- Ease of Use4.4 (5)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.2 (5)
- Noise Level3.2 (5)
- Pet OwnerYes (3) · No (2)
Handheld Vacuum CleanersElectrolux Rapido · includes 5 listings
3.8 from 29 reviews
Bin Capacity
HEPA FilterNo
Price (RRP) A$139.00 to A$179.00
- Review Summary
- Build Quality1.0 (1)
- Value for Money2.0 (1)
- Ease of Use3.0 (1)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 2.0 (1)
- Noise Level3.0 (1)
Barrel Vacuum CleanersElectrolux SilentPerformer · includes 4 listings
3.5 from 43 reviews
Bin Capacity
HEPA FilterYes
- Review Summary
- Build Quality4.1 (14)
- Value for Money4.0 (14)
- Ease of Use4.2 (14)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.4 (14)
- Noise Level3.9 (14)
- Pet OwnerYes (10) · No (5)
Price (RRP) A$199.00
- Review Summary
- Build Quality3.0 (28)
- Value for Money2.9 (29)
- Ease of Use3.8 (29)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 3.1 (29)
- Noise Level3.5 (29)
- Pet OwnerYes (10) · No (21)
Price (RRP) A$1,999.00
- Review Summary
- Build Quality4.2 (14)
- Value for Money3.5 (14)
- Ease of Use3.8 (14)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.0 (14)
- Noise Level4.1 (14)
- Pet OwnerYes (11) · No (3)
Robot Vacuum CleanersNeato Botvac D Series · includes 2 listings
3.4 from 53 reviews
Bin Capacity
HEPA Filter
Price (RRP) A$1,199.00 to A$1,599.00
- Review Summary
- Build Quality2.7 (11)
- Value for Money2.2 (11)
- Ease of Use3.5 (11)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 3.6 (11)
- Noise Level2.7 (11)
- Pet OwnerYes (8) · No (3)
Barrel Vacuum CleanersBosch GL-30 Free'e ProPower BGL3PWERAU
3.9 from 24 reviews
Bin Capacity4 L
HEPA FilterYes
Price (RRP) A$299.00
- Review Summary
- Build Quality3.9 (7)
- Value for Money3.3 (7)
- Ease of Use3.1 (7)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 3.8 (6)
- Noise Level4.3 (7)
- Pet OwnerYes (2) · No (5)
Price (RRP) A$1,099.00
- Review Summary
- Build Quality4.7 (15)
- Value for Money4.5 (15)
- Ease of Use4.9 (15)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 4.8 (15)
- Noise Level4.9 (15)
- Pet OwnerYes (9) · No (4)
Stick Vacuum CleanersKmart Cordless Stick Vacuum VC101
3.1 from 84 reviews
Bin Capacity0.5 L
HEPA FilterNo
Price (RRP) A$99.00
- Review Summary
- Build Quality3.5 (34)
- Value for Money3.1 (35)
- Ease of Use3.8 (35)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 3.1 (35)
- Noise Level3.4 (35)
- Pet OwnerYes (16) · No (18)
Price (RRP) A$99.00
Barrel Vacuum CleanersNilfisk Coupe Neo Series · includes 2 listings
4.4 from 16 reviews
Bin Capacity3 L
HEPA FilterYes
Price (RRP) A$195.00
- Review Summary
- Build Quality5.0 (1)
- Value for Money5.0 (1)
- Ease of Use5.0 (1)
- Cleaning & Maintenance 5.0 (1)
- Noise Level4.0 (1)
- Pet OwnerYes (0) · No (1)