Best Super Funds Australia

See the best balanced, high growth, low-fee and ethical super funds in the market right now.

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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.
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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.
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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
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Last 1 year performance (p.a.)
+10.76%
Last 3 year performance (p.a.)
+14.84%
Last 5 year performance (p.a.)
+12.67%
Last 10 year performance (p.a.)
+10.08%
Fees on $50k balance (p.a.)
$285
This is a high risk investment option that invests almost entirely in Australian shares, and aims for higher returns over the long term.
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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
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Last 1 year performance (p.a.)
+12.26%
Last 3 year performance (p.a.)
+12.97%
Last 5 year performance (p.a.)
+12.23%
Last 10 year performance (p.a.)
+10.11%
Fees on $50k balance (p.a.)
$487
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Hostplus Indexed Balanced
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Last 1 year performance (p.a.)
+11.59%
Last 3 year performance (p.a.)
+13.98%
Last 5 year performance (p.a.)
+10.11%
Last 10 year performance (p.a.)
+8.44%
Fees on $50k balance (p.a.)
$139
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UniSuper - Sustainable Balanced
Most LovedIndustry fundEthical
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Last 1 year performance (p.a.)
+10.21%
Last 3 year performance (p.a.)
+12.43%
Last 5 year performance (p.a.)
+7.81%
Last 10 year performance (p.a.)
+8.27%
Fees on $50k balance (p.a.)
$326
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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
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Last 1 year performance (p.a.)
+19.52%
Last 3 year performance (p.a.)
+21.83%
Last 5 year performance (p.a.)
+11.28%
Last 10 year performance (p.a.)
N/A
Fees on $50k balance (p.a.)
$564
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Last 1 year performance (p.a.)
+12.6%
Last 3 year performance (p.a.)
+12.81%
Last 5 year performance (p.a.)
+9.56%
Last 10 year performance (p.a.)
+8.73%
Fees on $50k balance (p.a.)
$337
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Last 1 year performance (p.a.)
+13.27%
Last 3 year performance (p.a.)
+13.4%
Last 5 year performance (p.a.)
+10.35%
Last 10 year performance (p.a.)
+8.38%
Fees on $50k balance (p.a.)
$465
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Last 1 year performance (p.a.)
+10.37%
Last 3 year performance (p.a.)
+11.53%
Last 5 year performance (p.a.)
+8.8%
Last 10 year performance (p.a.)
+8.19%
Fees on $50k balance (p.a.)
$417
This is a balanced option aiming for moderate growth over the long term.
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Last 1 year performance (p.a.)
+17.84%
Last 3 year performance (p.a.)
+19.24%
Last 5 year performance (p.a.)
+13.58%
Last 10 year performance (p.a.)
+10.29%
Fees on $50k balance (p.a.)
$668
This option aims for high growth, with a higher risk profile, by investing in international stock markets.
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UniSuper - Global Companies in Asia
Most LovedIndustry fundHigher risk
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Last 1 year performance (p.a.)
+17.49%
Last 3 year performance (p.a.)
+19.35%
Last 5 year performance (p.a.)
+12.87%
Last 10 year performance (p.a.)
+12.98%
Fees on $50k balance (p.a.)
$311
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UniSuper - High Growth
Most LovedIndustry fundHigher risk
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Last 1 year performance (p.a.)
+13.23%
Last 3 year performance (p.a.)
+14.88%
Last 5 year performance (p.a.)
+11.25%
Last 10 year performance (p.a.)
+10.72%
Fees on $50k balance (p.a.)
$391
This fund targets high growth over a long term horizon by investing in higher growth, higher risk assets such as Australian and international shares.
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Finder Score for super funds

Finder Score makes comparing superannuation products easier by scoring products out of 10 after assessing their performance, fees and features.

We assess products from over 40 providers based on their risk profile.

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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

Best super funds: Finder's 5 picks

Best Balanced Super Fund: Hostplus Indexed Balanced

  • Hostplus Indexed Balanced was named the best balanced super product in the 2025 Finder Awards.
  • It has incredibly low fees of just $139.16 on a $50,000 balance.
  • It has achieved strong returns of 11.59% over the past year and 10.11% p.a. over 5 years.
  • It has strong exposure to Australian and international shares and is passively managed to keep costs low.

Best high growth super fund: Aware Super International shares

  • Aware Super International Shares was named the best high growth super product in the 2025 Finder Awards.
  • This product has low fees of just $162 on a $50,000 balance.
  • It has achieved high returns of 21.55% over the last year and 15.07% p.a. over the last 5 years.
  • This product invests entirely in international shares and is passively managed to keep costs low.

Best value super fund: UniSuper - Sustainable Balanced

  • UniSuper was also voted the top value super fund by customers in the Finder Customer Satisfaction Awards 2025.
  • UniSuper has some of the lowest fees in the market across all investment options. Its Sustainable Balanced option charges just $326 on a $50,000 balance.
  • It has achieved strong returns of 10.21% over the past year and 7.81% p.a. over 5 years.
  • It invests in a mix of different assets based on a range of ethical criteria that limits investment in fossil fuel companies, gambling, alcohol and tobacco and weapon manufacturing.

Best ethical super fund: Australian Ethical Super - Growth

  • Australian Ethical is one of just a handful of super funds to be certified by the Responsible Investment Association Australasia.
  • It excludes all fossil fuel investments and most mining companies, while actively investing in renewable energy.
  • It's Growth product has returned 10.45% over the past year and 9.21% p.a. for the last 5 years.

Best conservative super fund: HESTA Conservative

  • HESTA Conservative was named the best conservative super product in the 2025 Finder Awards.
  • It has a combination of competitive fees and decent returns among all conservative investment options.
  • It invests in a range of asset classes, with around 30-40% exposure to growth assets as the remainder invested in defensive assets to protect your balance.

How do we pick the best super funds?

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Our expert says

"To most people, the concept of 'best' means the highest-performing by net performance. To calculate net performance, you look at the overall return and deduct fees and expenses. If your fund charges more than others, but is also consistently outperforming its peers by some margin, then you would probably be happy wearing the higher fees. "

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What's the best-performing super fund?

Here are the 10 Balanced super funds with the highest 10-year performance returns, as of the latest data at June 2025.

Fund10-year return p.a.
Hostplus Balanced8.30%
Australian Retirement Trust Balanced8.20%
AustralianSuper Balanced7.90%
UniSuper Balanced7.90%
Hostplus Indexed Balanced7.80%
Cbus Growth7.70%
Vision Super Balanced Growth7.70%
HESTA Balanced Growth7.60%
Aware Super Balanced7.60%
Equip Super Balanced Growth7.40%

You can see super fund performance for other investment options in our separate guide.

Top 5 super funds for customer satisfaction

The Finder Customer Satisfaction Awards recognises the best performing super fund for customer satisfaction. It's an award that is decided by the only votes that really matter – yours. We asked customers of major super funds to tell us about their experiences. Now we can reveal what they said.

ProviderOverall satisfactionTrustworthy/reliable
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What's the best super fund for my age?

While you're in your 20s, 30s and even 40s you want to have a super fund that charges minimal fees while delivering high returns. While you're young, make sure you're invested in enough growth assets to ensure your balance really benefits from compound growth.

As you get closer to retirement you might want to gradually reduce your exposure to growth assets like shares, so look for a fund that has a more balanced mix.

We've got more tips for managing your super depending on your lifestage:

How to pick the best super fund

Choosing the right super fund is crucial for your financial future. While the top-performing funds are a great start, they may not always align with your specific needs. If you're looking elsewhere, consider these key factors:

  • High long-term returns. Look for funds with a consistent track record of strong returns over the long term (funds with 10-year returns above 7% p.a. are among the top performers).
  • Low fees. Higher fees can significantly eat into your retirement savings. Opt for funds with lower fees without compromising on performance (aim for annual fees less than 1% of your super balance).
  • Investment strategy aligns with your age. Younger investors might prefer high-growth options, whereas those nearing retirement may prioritise stability and have a shorter investing time horizon for a portion of their balance. If needing access to funds in the next 3-5 years, it's important to be invested in a lower risk option.
  • Access to insurance cover. Does the fund offers members cost-effective life, TPD and salary continuance policies?
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"I only moved to Australia 6 years ago so I'm playing catch up with my super. For me, low fees are important and to know my money isn't being invested in something that's destroying the planet. I also cancelled the life insurance inside my super because the premiums increase every year."

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To make sure you get accurate and helpful information, this guide has been edited by Richard Whitten and reviewed by Pascale Helyar-Moray, a member of Finder's Editorial Review Board.
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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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    S.AJuly 12, 2023

    As a self employed, am I by law required to have a super fund? At 50, contemplating on starting a superannuation fund, plus paying for a 30 year mortgage, is there a table showing approximately returns on what amount is put in… Are there previous charts on what is put in and what is the outcome after 10/ 20 years?

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      SarahJuly 13, 2023Finder

      Hi there,

      When you are self-employed there is no legal requirement to pay yourself superannuation. However, there may be some tax advantages of doing so, not to mention the benefit of investment returns.

      We’re not licenced to offer personal advice, but this calculator can help you understand how much you might be able to generate through super (in the employer contributions section, enter the percentage that you are considering paying):
      https://www.finder.com.au/super-funds/superannuation-calculator

      Also, here is some more information about superannuation for self-employed Australians:
      https://www.finder.com.au/super-funds/superannuation-for-sole-traders

      Hope this helps!

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    rachaelJune 27, 2023

    i have a 15 year old who is working. what is the best super fund for teenagers?

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      RajJune 27, 2023Finder

      Hi Rachel,

      We won’t be able to recommend any specific super fund products for your son. However we have written what to look for when selecting a suitable fund here

      Thanks
      Raj

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    NavidJune 2, 2023

    Hi, I am looking for the best returning super fund taking into account as is stated on your website the fees, how the fund invests your money and if it aligns with your risk appetite which is high growth. The difficulty I am having is comparing high growth as the definition/asset class and the weightings between different super funds can vary so we are not comparing apples to apples. Currently I am with an industry fund and find since they run a lot of ads, fund profits/fees are eaten by the ads so I am looking for other type of funds that are also transparent. Thank you

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      AlisonJune 22, 2023Finder

      Hi Navid, Finder is a comparison site and we aren’t licensed to give you any personal advice or product recommendations. You can use our comparison table to compare high growth options, by using the filters on the side: https://www.finder.com.au/super-funds
      Hope this helps. Thanks,
      Alison

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    MariaMay 20, 2023

    Hi, I’m an international student (my plan is to get a PR eventually), and I am about to start 2 casual jobs; I do not know how to choose which is better for my situation. Could you please assist me with that?

    Thank you.

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      AlisonMay 22, 2023Finder

      Hi Maria, we aren’t licensed to offer you any personal financial advice or product recommendations. In general when choosing a super fund it’s best to look for a fund that has a combination of low annual fees and a history of high long-term returns. If you’d like some personal recommendations it’d be best to speak to a financial adviser who can give you recommendations for your situation. Thanks, Alison.

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    BarbMay 15, 2023

    If the fees charged by on a Pension account are a percentage of your balance, how do you lose money by having more than one account?

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      AlisonMay 16, 2023Finder

      Hi Barb, usually super funds charge a dollar based fee as well as a percentage based fee.

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