Chant West: Superannuation research and consultancy firm

Founded in 1997, Chant West is one of Australia’s leading independent superannuation and pension fund research firms. Chant West holds a huge amount of up-to-date data on more than 450 funds, including but not limited to fees, funds under management, insurance, asset allocation membership numbers and investment returns.

The database is used for the benefit of financial advisers, organisations, consumers and the super and pension funds themselves. Chant West is also regularly relied on and considered to be a highly-credible source of data in the media, due to the scale and quality of the data it offers.

What products does Chant West provide?

Chant West provides yearly ratings of super and pension funds as well as annual awards. It also publishes regular research into each fund’s ongoing investment returns.

Annual super and pension fund ratings

Chant West conducts comprehensive research in order to rate the funds each year, with each fund receiving a rating from one apple (the lowest) to five apples (the highest). The idea of the apple is that Chant West is “comparing apples with apples”, and is providing a fair and accurate comparison of the market based on its many research points.

The primary areas that Chant West considers when allocating the ratings are investments, member services, fees, insurance and organisational costs. It takes into account the expertise of the investment managers, its investment governance framework, and the structure of the investment options, and investment performance..

Super and pension fund awards

Chant West conducts annual awards for super and pension funds, based on the research it conducts and the rating it allocates. The awards cover 12 categories including Super Fund of the Year, Specialist Fund of the Year and Pension Fund of the Year.

Up to 10 finalists are chosen in each category, and the winners are announced at an awards ceremony and published on Chant West’s site. All of the 450 plus funds that Chant West researches are automatically entered into the awards each year.

Super and pension fund investment returns

Chant West also provides data on the investment returns of the funds it researches. Within each super fund’s different investment options Chant West provides the investment performance over different periods, from the past year to the past 10 years.

Who uses the research by Chant West?

• Financial advisers. Financial advisers use the research provides to help inform their product recommendations and product replacement advice for clients.
• Super funds. Super and pension funds rely on the data to see how they compare to competitors, and how their competitors are performing.
• For consumers. Chant West provides its AppleCheck service as a valuable tool to help Australian consumers compare super funds, to find one that’s right for them. It includes Chant West ratings, fees, investment returns and insurance data and allows consumers to see how their fund is performing compared to others in the market.
• Media. Financial media rely on Chant West data as an accurate, credible source of up-to-date information, and regularly reference its research.

How does finder work with Chant West?

Chant West provides research and data on a selection of Australian super funds to finder, which we then use to help consumers compare their options and make better decisions. When you compare super funds on finder, the fees and performance figures are powered by Chant West.

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Promoted Finder Score 9.6 Excellent Aware Super High Growth Indexed NewIndustry fundIndexed investmentHigher risk	Finder Score 9.6 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +14.69%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $162	This is a high risk investment option that invests heavily in Australian and international shares and aims for higher returns over the long term.	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Promoted Finder Score 8.2 Great Australian Ethical Super - High Growth EthicalHigher risk	Finder Score 8.2 Great	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +11.4%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +13.32%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +11.24%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +9.3%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $748	This is a high-risk, high-growth option that invests in Australian and international shares, property and alternatives to provide long term growth.	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Promoted Finder Score 9.5 Excellent Hostplus International Shares Industry fundHigher risk	Finder Score 9.5 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +20.33%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +18.01%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +10.81%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +11.49%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $349	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.9 Excellent Vanguard MySuper - Lifecycle Age 61 NewLifestage	Finder Score 9.9 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +9.75%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $280	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.9 Excellent Vanguard MySuper - Lifecycle Age 47 and under NewLifestage	Finder Score 9.9 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +14.02%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $280	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.9 Excellent Hostplus - International Shares - Indexed Industry fundHigher risk	Finder Score 9.9 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +20.69%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +20.44%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +14.84%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $154	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.9 Excellent Vanguard MySuper - Lifecycle Age 48 NewLifestage	Finder Score 9.9 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +13.68%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $280	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.8 Excellent Vanguard MySuper - Lifecycle Age 49 NewLifestage	Finder Score 9.8 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +13.35%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $280	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.8 Excellent Aware Super International Shares Finder AwardIndustry fundHigher risk	Finder Score 9.8 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +21.55%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +21.26%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +15.07%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +12.54%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $162	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.8 Excellent Virgin Money Super - LifeStage Tracker Lifestage	Finder Score 9.8 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +13.3%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +15.37%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +11.14%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $344	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.8 Excellent Vanguard MySuper - Lifecycle Age 50 NewLifestage	Finder Score 9.8 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +13.02%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $280	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.7 Excellent Vanguard MySuper - Lifecycle Age 62 NewLifestage	Finder Score 9.7 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +9.42%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $280	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.7 Excellent Vanguard MySuper - Lifecycle Age 51 NewLifestage	Finder Score 9.7 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +12.69%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $280	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.7 Excellent Australian Retirement Trust - International Shares Index (unhedged) Industry fundIndexed investmentHigher risk	Finder Score 9.7 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +20.5%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) +20.09%	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) +14.69%	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) +11.94%	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $177	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.7 Excellent Vanguard MySuper - Lifecycle Age 52 NewLifestage	Finder Score 9.7 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +12.43%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $280	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading
Finder Score 9.7 Excellent Vanguard MySuper - Lifecycle Age 63 NewLifestage	Finder Score 9.7 Excellent	Last 1 year performance (p.a.) +9.1%	Last 3 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 5 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Last 10 year performance (p.a.) N/A	Fees on $50k balance (p.a.) $280	Go to siteMore info Compare product selection Compare	loading

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The information in this table is based on data provided by SuperRatings Pty Limited ABN 95 100 192 283, a Corporate Authorised Representative (CAR No.1309956) of Lonsec Research Pty Ltd ABN 11 151 658 561, Australian Financial Services Licence No. 421445. In limited instances, where data is not available from SuperRatings for a product, the data is provided directly by the superannuation fund.

*Past performance data and fee data is for the period ending September 2025

© Chant West Pty Limited (ABN 75 077 595 316) 2012. The data provided by Chant West is based on information supplied by third parties. While such information is believed to be accurate, Chant West does not accept responsibility for any inaccuracy in such information. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. Any ratings that form part of the data provided by Chant West are subjective ratings only.

The data provided by Chant West does not contain all of the information that is required in order to evaluate the nominated service providers, and you are responsible for obtaining such further information.

The data provided by Chant West does not constitute financial product advice. However to the extent that this data may be considered to be general financial product advice, Chant West warns that: (a) Chant West has not considered any individual person’s objectives, financial situation or particular needs; (b) individuals need to consider whether the advice is appropriate in light of their goals, objectives and current situation; and (c) individuals should obtain a product disclosure statement from the relevant fund provider before making any decision about whether to acquire a financial product from that fund provider. A Financial Services Guide has been made available by Chant West through its website at www.chantwest.com.au/financial-services-guide.

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Alison Banney

Editorial Manager, Money

Alison is an editor at Finder and a personal finance journalist with over 10 years of experience, having contributed to major financial institutions and publications such as Westpac, Money Magazine, and Yahoo Finance. She is frequently quoted in media outlets like SmartCompany and SBS, offering expert insights on superannuation and money management. Alison holds a Bachelor of Communications in Public Relations and Journalism from the University of Newcastle, and has earned three ASIC RG146 certifications in superannuation, securities and managed investments and general financial advice, ensuring her expertise is fully aligned with ASIC standards. See full bio

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