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Rackspace Technology vs The Missing Link: Which MSP is Better? | The MSP Playbook

Article 2026-07-27

Rackspace Technology vs The Missing Link

A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.

Feature Rackspace Technology The Missing Link
Overall Score3.04.0
TypeUS Cloud MSPSecurity / Infrastructure
Employees14000200-300
Founded19991999
HeadquartersSan Antonio, Texas, USASydney, NSW
Revenue$3.0BPrivate
Salary Range$50,000 - $140,000$75,000 - $155,000
SpecialtiesManaged Cloud, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud, Kubernetes, DevOpsCybersecurity, Infrastructure, Cloud, Managed Services
CertificationsAWS Premier Partner, Microsoft Partner, Google Cloud Partner, ISO 27001ISO 27001, Microsoft Partner, AWS Partner, Fortinet Partner
Green FlagsPioneer of 'Fanatical Support' β€” differentiated managed cloud support model
Strong multi-cloud expertise across AWS, Azure, GCP
Good for early-career cloud engineers seeking certification support
Private equity backing provides capital for growth
Highest-rated small MSP on Glassdoor
Strong culture and employee satisfaction
Good technology focus
Red FlagsFinancial distress β€” loss of founder leadership, multiple restructurings
Below-market compensation across most roles
PE ownership creates margin pressure and cost-cutting mentality
Massive layoff cycles (2022: 10%, 2023: 15%, 2024: ongoing)
Awful Glassdoor rating (3.0) β€” among worst of major MSPs
Business model disruption from hyperscalers going direct to customers
Small scale Ò€” limited exposure to large projects
Below-market salaries at senior levels
Worker ProsStrong multi-cloud managed services expertise
Fanatical Support training instills good customer service habits
Cloud certification support and exam coverage
Good for early-career cloud engineers building a resume
Great culture
Technology focus
High Glassdoor rating
Worker ConsFinancial instability β€” multiple layoff rounds and loss of founder CEO
Below-market salaries across all roles
PE ownership drives constant cost-cutting and margin pressure
Hyperscalers (AWS, Azure) going direct β€” squeezing Rackspace's business model
Small scale
Below-market pay at senior levels

Which MSP Should You Choose?

Both US Cloud MSP and Security / Infrastructure 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.