Compare super funds for young adults (18-29)

The table below displays some of the best super fund products for young people from our Online Partners, sorted first by highest Star Rating.

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$344
12.9%
10.3%
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Strong performing fund rewarding you with low fees
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Plus Velocity Points on contributions. T&Cs apply
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Super Simple Advice at no additional cost
Online rollover
Online application
$618
10.5%
7.2%
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Ethical & Sustainable Super Since 1986
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Super with heart
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Join in under 5 mins
Online rollover
Online application
$280
13.2%
N/A
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One of the lowest yearly fees in market at 0.56%
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Simpler, smarter super with strong performance
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Auto-adjusting investments as you age. T&Cs apply
Online rollover
Online application
$479
15.4%
9.7%
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Get super close to your super with AMP Super
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Digital tools and simple advice with no extra fees
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Lower than industry average fees & costs
Online rollover
Online application
$457
11.7%
10.1%
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Super that auto-adjusts investment mix as you get older
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Socially Conscious, Indexed, & other options available
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Choose from 15 investment options
Online rollover
Online application
$406
10.2%
8.3%
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Canstar Outstanding Value Super Award 2022-2025
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Strong long-term performer
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Lower fees means more for your future
Online rollover
Online application
$457
10%
8.8%
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Strong long-term performance
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$70 Billion In Total Assets
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With more than 1,000,000 members
Online rollover
Online application
$457
10%
8.8%
Online rollover
Online application
$280
13.2%
N/A
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$280
13.2%
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Get 50 years of global investment expertise working for your super.
Whether you prefer a hands-on or hands-off approach to investing, Vanguard offers a range of options to keep your money working hard for the future.
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Benefit from a low yearly fee of just 0.56%
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Powered by Vanguard’s 50 years of global investment expertise
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Choose a strong performer with a 13.5% annual return (Financial Year 2024-25) for Lifecycle members aged 47 and under.
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Money Magazine’s Best Value MySuper Product 2 years running, and Mozo Expert’s Choice Low Fee MySuper.
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Australian Financial Services Licence 227263. See Terms & Conditions.
Australian Financial Services Licence 227263. See Terms & Conditions.

What is superannuation?

Superannuation is a long-term investment product that helps Australians save for their retirement. Your super balance can grow over time via superannuation guarantee payments from your employer (regardless of if you’re full-time, part-time, casual or a contractor), voluntary contributions from yourself and from investment returns from your super fund itself.

What is the best super fund for young people?

The best super fund for a young person will ultimately depend on their needs and financial circumstances. Some things you can take into account when choosing a super fund are:

You can also use the comparison table above to compare super fund products for people aged 18-29 from our Online Partners. The table also has filters which can be changed to better suit your requirements.

You may also be interested in Canstar’s Superannuation Star Ratings & Awards which recognise the super funds that provide outstanding value to Australian customers for factors such as investment performance, fees and product features. Canstar also awards the super fund with the highest level of customer satisfaction with the Most Satisfied Customers Award: Super Fund.

It’s important to read any relevant product documentation, such as the Product Disclosure Statement (PDS) and Target Market Determination (TMD), for any super fund product you’re considering.

How do you set up a super fund?

When you start a job where the employer will need to pay you super, the employer should give you a superannuation fund nomination form to fill out. This will let you nominate a super fund where your employer should pay your super contributions.

If it’s your first job, or you want to switch funds, you can compare super funds with Canstar to help you find one that might best suit your needs. Then simply contact the fund and provide some details to set up your account. These details may include:

  • Your name and contact details
  • Your Tax File Number (TFN)
  • Your employer’s Australian Business Number (ABN)
  • How you’d like your super invested
  • Any insurance cover you may be entitled to
  • Who your beneficiaries are in case the worst should happen

If you either don’t have a preferred fund or simply choose not to nominate one, an account will be created on your behalf with your employer’s chosen default super fund.

How do you change super funds?

If you’re thinking about changing super funds, the process for doing so can be quite straightforward. Once you’ve decided upon your new super fund, they’ll generally require you to complete an online application form to become a member. During this process you can elect to have your current super fund transfer your balance over into your new fund. Most of the organisational work is done for you by your new fund, who will communicate with your old fund on your behalf.

After you’ve successfully joined your new fund, it’s important to inform your employer of this change, as they may ask you to fill out a superannuation choice form. This so they know which super fund to pay your superannuation guarantee into.

Frequently asked questions about super funds for young adults

If it’s time for you or one of your loved ones to enter the workforce, you may be unsure of where to start when considering a super fund. Many employers will offer to create you an account with their super fund of choice, but that may not be the best option for your needs.

Rather than just ticking a box to say yes, it can be worth your while to research and compare super funds in order to find one that suits your needs and values.

When looking for your first super fund, considering funds with lower fees and higher long-term returns can be a good start. You may not stay with the same super fund until retirement, so starting with one that won’t eat into your balance with excessive fees and that delivers over the long term could set you up well. You may also be interested in ethical super funds, which are funds that aim to invest your money in ways that align with ethical standards, potentially involving renewable energy or sustainability.

Having multiple super funds may seem like a good idea from an investment point of view, but due to the fees attached, it may not prove overly useful. This is mainly due to potentially paying two sets of fees, which could affect your retirement balance. If you’re concerned with the performance of your current super fund, you may consider changing to one of the best performing super funds on Canstar’s database.

If you have more than one super fund to your name, it may be a good idea to consolidate them in order to avoid paying extra fees.

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About the authors

Nick Whiting, Content Producer

Nick Whiting
Nick is a Content Producer at Canstar, providing assistance to Canstar's Editorial Finance Team in its mission to empower consumers to take control of their finances. He has written hundreds of articles for Canstar across all key finance topics. Coming from a screenwriting background, Nick completed a Bachelor of Film, Television and New Media Production from Queensland University of Technology. Nick has also completed RG 146 (Tier 1), making him compliant to provide general advice for general insurance products like car, home, travel and health insurance, as well as giving him knowledge of investment options such as shares, derivatives, futures, managed investments, currencies and commodities. Nick’s role at Canstar allows him to combine his love of the written word with his interest in finance, having learned the art of share trading from his late grandfather. Nick strives to deliver clear and straightforward content that helps the everyday consumer navigating the world of finance. Nick is also working on a TV series in his spare time. You can connect with Nick on LinkedIn.

Joshua Sale, GM, Research

Joshua Sale
Joshua Sale is responsible for developing the methodology and delivering Canstar’s flagship Star Ratings, as part of Canstar’s Research Team. With tertiary qualifications in economics and finance, he enjoys helping Australians find more suitable financial products by transforming complex calculations into a consumer-friendly Star Rating that explains the values and benefits of different financial products. As one of Canstar’s company spokespeople, Joshua is confident participating in print, radio and broadcast journalism interviews. He has participated in interviews with the Australian Financial Review, news.com.au and Money Magazine, along with other leading media outlets, discussing topics such as home loan equity, banking incentive schemes, digital wallets and wider finance trends. You can follow Joshua on LinkedIn. Have a media enquiry, and interested in featuring Joshua as a financial expert and commentator? Contact Canstar’s Media Team today.

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The Superannuation Star Ratings were awarded in November 2024. The results don’t include every provider in the market and we may not compare all features relevant to you. Current fees and performance information are displayed and may be different to what was rated. You can find a description of the initial sort order below the table. You can use the sort buttons at the top of each column to re-order the display. Learn more about our Superannuation Star Rating Methodology. The rating shown is only one factor to take into account when considering products. Check current product details and investment options with the product issuer. If you are unsure about any terms used in the comparison table please refer to the glossary.

What is a Target Market Determination?

A Target Market Determination (‘TMD’) is a document that explains which people particular financial products may be suitable for (the target market) and sets out any conditions around how financial products can be distributed to consumers.

Why do product issuers provide Target Market Determinations?

From 5 October 2021, TMDs are compulsory for most financial products.

Issuers and distributors of financial products must take reasonable steps that are likely to result in financial products reaching consumers in the target market defined by the product issuer.

We recommend that you consider the TMD before making a purchase decision. Contact the product issuer directly for a copy of the TMD.

Any advice on this page is general and has not taken into account your objectives, financial situation or needs. Consider whether this general financial advice is right for your personal circumstances. You may need financial advice from a qualified adviser. Canstar is not providing a recommendation for your individual circumstances. It’s important you check product information directly with the provider. Consider the Product Disclosure Statement and Target Market Determination (TMD), before making a purchase decision. Contact the product issuer directly for a copy of the TMD. For more information, read our Detailed Disclosure.

Canstar is not providing a recommendation for your individual circumstances. We cannot and do not recommend that any particular product is suitable for you. 

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The age group you selected is used to provide the results in the table, including fee, performance and asset allocation based on the investment profile in the Canstar Superannuation Star Ratings methodology. Consider your own level of risk comfort when you review the asset allocation as your preference may not match the profile shown. Some providers use different age groups for their investment profiles which may result in you being offered or eligible for a different product to what is displayed in the table. See here for more details.

Australian Retirement Trust Super Savings’ allocation of funds for investors aged 55-99 differs from Canstar’s methodology – see details here. The Australian Retirement Trust Super Savings (formerly Sunsuper for Life) product may appear in the table multiple times. While you will not be offered any single investment option, this is to take into account the different combinations of investment options Australian Retirement Trust may apply to your account based on your age. For more detail in relation to the Australian Retirement Trust Super Savings (formerly Sunsuper for Life) product please refer to the PDS issued by Australian Retirement Trust for this product.

Investment profiles applied initially may change over time in line with an investor’s age. See the provider’s Product Disclosure Statement and in particular applicable age groups for more information about how providers determine their investment profiles.

The performance and fee information shown in the table is for the investment option listed in the table above the performance and fee information and used by Canstar in rating the Superannuation product (where the product has a Star Rating). Performance information shown is for the historical periods up to 30/06/2025 and investment options noted in the table information. Performance figures shown reflect net investment performance, i.e. net of investment tax, investment management fees and the applicable administration fees based on an account balance of $50,000. To learn more about performance information, click here. Performance data may not be available for some products. This is indicated in the tables by a note referring the user to the product provider, or by no performance information being shown.

Please note that all information about performance returns is historical. Past performance should not be relied upon as an indicator of future performance; unit prices and the value of your investment may fall as well as rise.