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| Feature | Dyson V15 Best Overall |
Roborock S8 Pro Best Robot |
Miele C3 Best Barrel |
Xiaomi G10 Budget Pick |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price (AUD) | $1,299 | $2,499 | $749 | $399 |
| Type | Stick | Robot | Barrel | Stick |
| Runtime | 60 min | 180 min | Unlimited | 65 min |
| Suction Power | 230 AW | 6000 Pa | 890 W | 150 AW |
| Weight | 3.1 kg | 4.8 kg | 5.4 kg | 2.6 kg |
| HEPA Filter | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
| Pet Hair | Excellent | Very Good | Excellent | Good |
| Hard Floors | Excellent | Excellent | Excellent | Very Good |
| Carpet | Excellent | Very Good | Excellent | Good |
| Rating | ★ 4.9 | ★ 4.8 | ★ 4.7 | ★ 4.3 |
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Cordless stick vacuums offer unmatched flexibility. Perfect for quick clean-ups and homes with multiple floors. Look for at least 40+ minutes of runtime and 150+ AW suction power.
Set-and-forget convenience. Modern robots offer app control, smart mapping, and even self-emptying bases. Ideal for maintaining clean floors between deep cleans.
The workhorses of home cleaning. Barrel vacuums deliver the most suction power and largest dustbins. Excellent for thorough whole-home cleaning sessions.
Quick spot cleaning for furniture, cars, and hard-to-reach areas. A great companion to your main vacuum for everyday messes.
Mixed flooring? Look for vacuums with automatic suction adjustment.
Essential for allergy sufferers and pet owners in Australia's dusty climate.
For cordless, aim for 40+ minutes on standard mode for average homes.
Buy from brands with local Australian support and parts availability.