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Accelerate IT vs Centretek: Which MSP is Better? | The MSP Playbook

Article 2026-06-11

Accelerate IT vs Centretek

A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.

Feature Accelerate IT Centretek
Overall Score3.53.2
TypeSMB FocusManaged Services
Employees50-100100-200
Founded20082000
HeadquartersSydney, NSWSydney, NSW
RevenuePrivatePrivate
Salary Range$70,000 - $145,000$70,000 - $145,000
SpecialtiesManaged Services, Microsoft 365, Cloud, SecurityManaged Services, Cloud, Security
CertificationsMicrosoft Partner, AWS Partner, Fortinet PartnerMicrosoft Partner, VMware Partner
Green FlagsGood work-life balance
Stable employment		Good work-life balance
Stable employment
Red FlagsSmall scale
Below-market salaries		Small scale
Below-market salaries
Limited career progression
Worker ProsWork-life balance
Stable		Work-life balance
Stable
Worker ConsSmall scale
Below-market pay		Small scale
Below-market pay
Limited progression

Which MSP Should You Choose?

Both SMB Focus and Managed Services have strengths and weaknesses. Your choice depends on your priorities — 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.