About Our Team

Our Story

StickVacuum.au was born in 2024 from a simple frustration: finding unbiased, Australian-focused information about cordless vacuums was nearly impossible. As homeowners ourselves, we spent countless hours researching suction power ratings, battery technologies, and filtration systems, only to find most resources were either outdated, sponsored by specific brands, or written for overseas markets with different voltage standards and product availability.

Our founding team consists of three Melbourne-based friends who share an unusual passion for home cleaning technology. Marcus, a former appliance repair technician with over fifteen years of experience servicing Dyson, Miele, and Samsung products, brings deep technical knowledge about motor longevity, brushroll engineering, and what actually causes vacuums to fail prematurely. Sarah, an environmental scientist, focuses on filtration efficiency, HEPA certification standards, and the real-world impact of different vacuum technologies on indoor air quality. David, a product designer who previously worked at a major Australian retailer, understands how to evaluate build quality, ergonomics, and long-term durability.

Together, we've tested over fifty cordless stick vacuums in real Australian homes across Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth. We vacuum up red dirt tracked in from the outback, tackle the fine sand that coastal living brings, and battle the relentless pet hair that our furry friends leave behind. We understand that a vacuum performing well in a controlled laboratory setting doesn't always translate to success on textured carpets, uneven floorboards, or the mix of hard floors and rugs found in typical Australian homes.

Our Testing Process

We don't rely on manufacturer specifications alone. Every vacuum we recommend has been through our rigorous real-world testing protocol, which includes:

• Runtime verification on eco, standard, and boost modes using standardised floor types
• Suction power measurements at the floorhead, not just the motor unit
• Pet hair pickup tests on low-pile carpet, high-pile carpet, and hard floors
• Fine dust filtration analysis to verify HEPA claims and particle retention
• Long-term durability assessments over three to six months of regular household use
• Battery degradation monitoring to understand real-world lifespan expectations

We purchase all vacuums ourselves from Australian retailers at full retail price. We never accept free products from manufacturers, and our recommendations are based solely on performance, value, and suitability for Australian households.

Our Values

Affiliate Disclosure

StickVacuum.au is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.com.au. When you click on product links and make a purchase, we may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.

This affiliate relationship never influences our recommendations. We only recommend products that meet our testing standards, regardless of whether we earn a commission. Our editorial integrity is paramount, and we clearly distinguish between sponsored content and our independent reviews.