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Cirrus Networks vs Insight Enterprises: Which MSP is Better? | The MSP Playbook

Article 2026-06-12

Cirrus Networks vs Insight Enterprises

A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.

Feature Cirrus Networks Insight Enterprises
Overall Score3.43.3
TypeManaged ServicesGlobal Reseller / Services
Employees100-200500-1000
Founded20081988
HeadquartersPerth, WASydney, NSW
RevenuePrivatePrivate
Salary Range$70,000 - $140,000$80,000 - $165,000
SpecialtiesManaged Services, Cloud, NetworkingCloud, Data Center, Security
CertificationsCisco Partner, AWS PartnerMicrosoft Partner, AWS Partner, Google Partner
Green FlagsGood work-life balance
Stable employment
Government focus		Global exposure
Strong vendor partnerships
Red FlagsSmall scale — limited exposure to large projects
Below-market salaries
Can be bureaucratic		US parent creates cultural friction
Below-market salaries
Can be bureaucratic
Worker ProsWork-life balance
Stable
Government work		Global exposure
Vendor partnerships
Worker ConsSmall scale
Below-market pay
Bureaucratic		Cultural friction
Below-market pay
Bureaucratic

Which MSP Should You Choose?

Both Managed Services and Global Reseller / 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.