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

Article 2026-07-27

Brennan IT vs Rocketsmiths

A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.

Feature Brennan IT Rocketsmiths
Overall Score3.53.4
TypeMid-Market / HybridManaged Services
Employees300-50050-100
Founded19972010
HeadquartersSydney, NSWMelbourne, VIC
RevenuePrivatePrivate
Salary Range$75,000 - $150,000$70,000 - $145,000
SpecialtiesManaged Services, Unified Communications, Cloud, NetworkingManaged Services, Cloud, DevOps
CertificationsMicrosoft Partner, Cisco Partner, Zoom Partner, Fortinet PartnerMicrosoft Partner, AWS Partner
Green FlagsGood work-life balance
Stable employment
Strong Microsoft partnership		Good work-life balance
Technology focus
Red FlagsBelow-market salaries
Limited career progression
Can be bureaucratic		Small scale
Below-market salaries
Worker ProsGood work-life balance
Stable employment
Microsoft partnership provides good training		Technology focus
Work-life balance
Worker ConsBelow-market salaries
Limited career progression
Bureaucratic culture		Small scale
Below-market pay

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.