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

Article 2026-06-11

Accelerate IT vs Rocketsmiths

A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.

Feature Accelerate IT Rocketsmiths
Overall Score3.53.4
TypeSMB FocusManaged Services
Employees50-10050-100
Founded20082010
HeadquartersSydney, NSWMelbourne, VIC
RevenuePrivatePrivate
Salary Range$70,000 - $145,000$70,000 - $145,000
SpecialtiesManaged Services, Microsoft 365, Cloud, SecurityManaged Services, Cloud, DevOps
CertificationsMicrosoft Partner, AWS Partner, Fortinet PartnerMicrosoft Partner, AWS Partner
Green FlagsGood work-life balance
Stable employment		Good work-life balance
Technology focus
Red FlagsSmall scale
Below-market salaries		Small scale
Below-market salaries
Worker ProsWork-life balance
Stable		Technology focus
Work-life balance
Worker ConsSmall scale
Below-market pay		Small scale
Below-market pay

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.