Gone are the days of finding a power outlet that allows your vacuum to reach almost - but not quite, the corner of each room. Cordless stick vacuums are known for being lightweight, compact and easy to use. They’re perfect for apartments, small spaces and spot cleaning throughout the week.
Finding the best upright vacuum that suits your lifestyle is incredibly important and takes a bit of consideration.
“Handstick vacuums have become a popular choice for Australian consumers, revolutionising the way we clean our home with their lightweight, cordless design that makes it easy to grab-and-go for use in any room,” explains Shannon Tweedie, Head of Marketing at Home Appliances at LG Electronics Australia.
Tips for buying a cordless stick vacuum according to an expert
Below, Tweedie shares her top tips when it comes to purchasing a new stick vacuum for your space.
Battery life and charge times
Waiting for long battery charge times is something to consider when choosing your next stick vacuum. No one wants their vacuum to die mid-clean - opt for models that have a long run time or those who come with a spare battery that you can keep charged in the background.
Spot cleaning vs. whole house cleaning
If you intend to use your stick vacuum for your whole house, rather than just spot cleaning, then you’ll want to find one that doesn’t require you to hold the power button down while doing so.
Large capacity dust bins
“More frequent ‘spot cleaning’ leads to the dustbin filling up quicker than usual, and the need to empty it more often. Opting for a handstick vacuum with larger storage bins allows you to vacuum more frequently without needing to empty the dustbin every time,” explains Tweedie.
Invest in premium products
“When purchasing a new handstick vacuum cleaner, it’s worth investing in more premium products that not only have great suction power, but also provide filters that are easy to maintain and replace when the time comes.”
Models that provide parts warranty is a good indicator that the brand backs the make and quality of their stick vacuums, meaning they are durable and worth the investment.
Vacuum accessories
Having different nozzles for particular cleaning tasks makes all the difference - having them all in one place is equally important. Some models have handy docks to store all your accessories together while others have an extensive range of nozzles to target every nook and cranny.
Invest in vacuums that suit all floor types
“When investing in appliances, it’s important to seek models with the right tools and functions to meet your unique demands and make cleaning blend in seamlessly with your lifestyle.”
Whether your home has tiles, hardwood floors or carpets, it's important to look out for handstick vacuums that offer a variety of tools that can cater to your specific cleaning needs.
Our top picks for the best upright vacuums to invest in in Australia
If you’re wanting to up your cleaning game to the next level, it’s time to look into investing in a good quality upright vacuum. We’ve rounded up the best cordless stick vacuums within different price points to suit any budget.
Under $200
1. Kogan Z10 Pro cordless vacuum, $189, Kogan
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Cleaning the house has never been such a breeze. If you’re looking for an affordable cordless stick vacuum that actually does the job, the Kogan Z10 Pro cordless does just that. It’s lightweight with intelligent suction optimisation technology that adjusts suction power automatically as you go between carpets and hard floors.
Moreover, the unit features a built-in sensor that works to identify levels of dust in real-time to also automatically adjust suction power to suit. Not another speck of dust will be in sight if the Z10 can help it.
2. Black and Decker 18V Smart Tech Dustbuster, $169, Catch.com.au
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Lift stubborn debris from carpets and hard floors with ease with the Black and Decker Smart Tech Dustbuster cordless stick vacuum. Jam packed with smart features such as sensors to notify you when the filter needs clean, and its smart floor sensor technology which automatically sets suction strength based on floor type - just to name a few.
Leave the strenuous thinking to the vacuum itself and be greeted with fresh floors to dance on all night long.
3. Electrolux Ergorapido classic stick vacuum, $199, The Good Guys
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Lightweight and powerful the Electrolux Ergorapido stick vacuum glides over carpets and hard surfaces with ease - without needing to change attachments due to its multi-floor nozzle. Its ergonomic design and low centre of gravity compared to other stick vacuums makes manoeuvring around furniture easier than ever.
Plus, if you’re always finding hair stuck in the brush roll, you’re in luck. With its unique Brush Roll Clean technology, an internal blade cuts and vacuums away hair and fibres with a push of button, what more could you ask for?
Under $400
4. Xiaomi Viomi A9 Handheld stick vacuum cleaner, $201.95, Amazon
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This sleek cordless stick vacuum by Xiaomi comes with three cleaning modes to suit whatever cleaning task you may be faced with. Max mode for larger particles, standard mode to eliminate dust mites and energy-saving mode to prolong battery life while still keeping your space dust-free. Plus, it features 23000Pa vacuum suction power so dust, hair and large particles are out of sight in an instant.
5. Bosch Athlet cordless handstick vacuum, $399, The Good Guys
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If you’re renting, chances are wall-mounting a stick vacuum is going to be an issue. The Bosch Athlet cordless vacuum is self-standing - making it an ideal choice for renters, and its lightweight and ergonomic design makes vacuuming your apartment quicker than ever.
Under $600
6. Dyson V8 Origin cordless vacuum, $499, The Good Guys
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With up to 40 minutes run time, the Dyson V8 is engineered to pick fine dust and dirt from hard floors and carpets. Powered by the patented Dyson V8 digital motor you’ll enjoy fade-free suction power as you move around the entire house. Plus, you can easily transform the stick vacuum into a handheld to clean stairs and window sills.
Under $1000
7. Samsung Jet 90 Complete cordless stick vacuum, $999, The Good Guys
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If you’re an allergy sufferer, the Samsung Jet 90 has not one, but a five-layered filtration system to ensure you’re breathing in clean air. The Jet Cyclone technology and micro filter is designed to capture up to 99.99 per cent of micro dust particles and allergens. If you’re looking for a luxuriously powerful vacuum for all surfaces, this model should definitely be on your list to consider.
$1000+
8. LG A9 CordZero All-in-One Tower, $1399, Bing Lee
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The LG CordZero All-in-One Tower cordless vacuum addresses the traditional bugbears of vacuums by delivering storage, charging and emptying capabilities all in one place.
“One of the biggest pain points about vacuums is the inconvenience of emptying the dustbin before or after every use. Manually releasing the contents into the bin often results in 'dust clouds' re-entering the home and falling onto our clothes and floor,” expresses Shannon Tweedie, Head of Marketing at Home Appliances at LG Electronics Australia.
“What really sets the new LG CordZero All-in-One Tower apart is the new Auto Empty Dust Bin and clever self-cleaning functionality, which does the hard work for you, automatically emptying the dustbin every time the vacuum is placed back on the dock.”
This vacuum comes with a spare battery (delivering 120 minutes of runtime altogether), which is stored in the neat and tidy hidden accessory storage along with the included vacuum accessories.
9. Dyson V15 Detect cordless vacuum, $1498, The Good Guys
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Dyson is known for creating high quality and innovative home products - and their hero product being their cordless stick vacuums. The Dyson V15 Detect is the brand’s most powerful cordless vacuum featuring its High Torque cleaner head with anti-tangle technology.
Merging science with technological innovation, the Dyson V15 laser detects dust particles that you often can’t see otherwise, it then counts the amount of dust particles being sucked using its unique piezo sensor and automatically adjusts suction power depending on how much dust is present. Further, the V15 categorises each dust particle to show you the type of dust particle that is being removed as you clean, all neatly displayed on its large LED screen.
If you’re constantly sucking up hair from your pet or otherwise, the V15 features a High Torque cleaner head designed to suck up dust and hair - tangle-free.
The technological innovation that has been incorporated into this state-of-the-art cordless vacuum does however result in its luxe price tag - but, if you’re after a vacuum that has everything a cordless vacuum needs - and more, you won’t be disappointed with the V15.
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