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Brennan IT vs Pentagon Group: Which MSP is Better? | The MSP Playbook

Article 2026-07-27

Brennan IT vs Pentagon Group

A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.

Feature Brennan IT Pentagon Group
Overall Score3.53.1
TypeMid-Market / HybridManaged Services
Employees300-500100-200
Founded19972002
HeadquartersSydney, NSWBrisbane, QLD
RevenuePrivatePrivate
Salary Range$75,000 - $150,000$70,000 - $140,000
SpecialtiesManaged Services, Unified Communications, Cloud, NetworkingManaged Services, Cloud, Security
CertificationsMicrosoft Partner, Cisco Partner, Zoom Partner, Fortinet PartnerMicrosoft Partner, Fortinet Partner
Green FlagsGood work-life balance
Stable employment
Strong Microsoft partnership		Good work-life balance
Stable employment
Red FlagsBelow-market salaries
Limited career progression
Can be bureaucratic		Small scale
Below-market salaries
Limited career progression
Worker ProsGood work-life balance
Stable employment
Microsoft partnership provides good training		Work-life balance
Stable
Worker ConsBelow-market salaries
Limited career progression
Bureaucratic culture		Small scale
Below-market pay
Limited progression

Which MSP Should You Choose?

Both Mid-Market / Hybrid and Managed Services 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.