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AC3 vs Epic IT: Which MSP is Better? | The MSP Playbook

AC3 vs Epic IT

A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.

Feature AC3 Epic IT
Overall Score3.7β€”
TypeCloud / Public SectorAustralian Mid-Market MSP / Cybersecurity
Employees200-30035+
Founded20002003
HeadquartersSydney, NSWPerth, WA
RevenuePrivatePrivate
Salary Range$75,000 - $155,000Not publicly disclosed
SpecialtiesAWS, Azure, Cloud Migration, Government CloudManaged IT Services, Cybersecurity, Microsoft 365, Cloud, AI Governance, vCIO
CertificationsAWS Partner, Microsoft Partner, VMware Partner, ISO 27001ISO 27001, Essential Eight aligned
Green FlagsGood work-life balance
Strong cloud focus
Stable employment
Australian-owned
ISO 27001 certified
Strategic vCIO included in engagements
90-day satisfaction guarantee stated by provider
Red FlagsBelow-market salaries
Limited career progression
Can be risk-averse
Provider claims and guarantees require independent validation before procurement
Worker ProsCloud focus
Work-life balance
Stable
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Worker ConsBelow-market pay
Limited progression
Risk-averse
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Which MSP Should You Choose?

Both Cloud / Public Sector and Australian Mid-Market MSP / Cybersecurity have strengths and weaknesses. Your choice depends on your priorities β€” whether that's career growth, salary, work-life balance, or technical exposure.

Use the side-by-side comparison tool for a deeper look, or check out individual profiles for detailed employee reviews.

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