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Excite IT vs Virtu: Which MSP is Better? | The MSP Playbook

Article 2026-06-11

Excite IT vs Virtu

A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.

Feature Excite IT Virtu
Overall Score3.73.6
TypeBoutique CorporateHardware / MSP
Employees30-60100-200
Founded20082004
HeadquartersSydney, NSWSydney, NSW
RevenuePrivatePrivate
Salary Range$70,000 - $145,000$70,000 - $145,000
SpecialtiesManaged Services, Cloud, Security, Microsoft 365Hardware Procurement, Device Deployment, Managed Services, Cloud
CertificationsMicrosoft Partner, AWS Partner, Fortinet PartnerMicrosoft Partner, Dell Partner, HP Partner, Lenovo Partner
Green FlagsGood work-life balance
Technology focus		Good work-life balance
Technology focus
Red FlagsSmall scale
Below-market salaries		Small scale
Below-market salaries
Worker ProsTechnology focus
Work-life balance		Technology focus
Work-life balance
Worker ConsSmall scale
Below-market pay		Small scale
Below-market pay

Which MSP Should You Choose?

Both Boutique Corporate and Hardware / MSP 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.