While it's easier to compare fees or performance independently of each other, it makes sense to look at a net return analysis. A net return analysis considers overall performance over a period minus fees, costs and taxes. This gives you a clearer picture of how your superannuation investments performed.
This graph assumes the following; a $50,000 starting account balance; employer contributions based on a starting salary of $50,000 p.a.; salary increases of 3.5% p.a. and contributions tax of 15%. The Net Benefit refers to a member's investment earnings over the time period of 15 years to 31 March 2026, less any administration, investment and member fees for options within the SuperRatings Growth Index (77-90% growth allocation). The net benefit compares Aware Super to the median of 53, 48 and 42 Not for Profit funds over 7, 10 and 15 years and 156, 109 and 58 all super funds over 7, 10 and 15 years which is inclusive of Retail, Industry, Corporate and Government funds. Net Benefit provided by SuperRatings’ Net Benefit Tool, accessed 18th May 2026.’ Past performance is not a reliable indicator or a guarantee of future performance. Outcomes vary between individual funds. View net benefit methodology
A strong 9.63% p.a. over ten years to 30 June 2026 is great news for members in our High Growth option, where a majority of members are invested.
Fees cover the costs of managing and investing your superannuation. Fees include admin fees and costs, investment fees and costs, and transaction costs. You are not charged fees for switching your investments or joining Aware Super.
We offer competitive fees[F6] which can make a real difference to your super balance over time.
We offer competitive fees[F6] which can make a real difference to your super balance over time.
We offer competitive fees[F6] which can make a real difference to your super balance over time.
See how Aware Super stacks up against other industry and retail funds using Applecheck, a third-party research comparison tool from Chant West.
Chant West is a leading third-party research, data and analytics provider. Their AppleCheck is an easy-to-use comparison tool that helps you compare super and pension products on a fair, 'apples with apples' basis. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance.
[A2] Visit aware.com.au/awards for awards information. Awards and ratings are only one factor to be considered when choosing a super fund.
[A12] Money magazine's Ultra Long-Term Performance 2026 award recognises Aware Super's ability to deliver ultra long-term performance through a highly diversified portfolio constructed to deliver consistently sound returns. The fund's balance of growth and defensive opportunities allows it to meet members' needs over time. For more information visit: Best of the Best Awards 2026
[AD1] Advice provided by Aware Financial Services Australia Limited (ABN 86 003 742 756, AFSL 238430), wholly owned by Aware Super.
[F6] Chant West Super Fund Fee Survey March 2026, High Growth [81-95% in growth assets] investment option index and $25,000, $50,000 and $250,000 account balances. Fees and costs can vary from year to year. Past fees and costs are not a reliable indicator of future fees and costs. Fees and comparisons may differ for other investment options and account balances. Aware Super’s High Growth option as published in the Aware Super Future Saver PDS.
[M1] Aware Super data as of June 2026.
[P1] Aware Super's High Growth option return over 10 years to 30 June 2026. SuperRatings Fund Crediting Rate Survey, June 2026. Based on the SR Growth (77-90) Index. Returns are after tax and investment management expenses but before the deduction of administration fees. Past performance is not an indicator of future performance.
