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Insight Enterprises vs R1i technology: Which MSP is Better? | The MSP Playbook

Article 2026-06-12

Insight Enterprises vs R1i technology

A detailed comparison of two major Australian Managed Service Providers.

Feature Insight Enterprises R1i technology
Overall Score3.33.9
TypeGlobal Reseller / ServicesEnterprise Networking
Employees500-1000100-200
Founded19882006
HeadquartersSydney, NSWSydney, NSW
RevenuePrivatePrivate
Salary Range$80,000 - $165,000$70,000 - $145,000
SpecialtiesCloud, Data Center, SecurityCisco Networking, Enterprise Infrastructure, Cloud, Security
CertificationsMicrosoft Partner, AWS Partner, Google PartnerCisco Partner, Microsoft Partner, Fortinet Partner
Green FlagsGlobal exposure
Strong vendor partnerships		Good work-life balance
Technology focus
Red FlagsUS parent creates cultural friction
Below-market salaries
Can be bureaucratic		Small scale
Below-market salaries
Worker ProsGlobal exposure
Vendor partnerships		Technology focus
Work-life balance
Worker ConsCultural friction
Below-market pay
Bureaucratic		Small scale
Below-market pay

Which MSP Should You Choose?

Both Global Reseller / Services and Enterprise Networking 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.