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Stake Super

Stake Super

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Stake Super
4.8

115 reviews

Positive vs Negative
96%4%
Transparency ?
4.8
Customer Service
4.8
Insurance Options
3.9
Income Protection
3.7
Rates and Fees
4.8
115 reviews
5 Michael F.  · Matt was instrumental in guiding me through the maze of options and opportunities available through the Stake SMSF platform.
5 S S.  · Smooth process to handle year end tax processing. Very simple to follow.
5 James M.  · Saleh offered signature customer service when I got stuck paying a deposit from my SMSF. He made it seamlessly easy and the transfer was made on time.
5 Jo C.  · Rashmeet offered outstanding customer service by regularly following up on the status of my account and advising what needed to be done so I could log back in
5 Timur S.  · Saleh, Dmitry responded quickly and promptly. Nice support. Good on you lads!
5 Tommy Z.  · The process was quick and easy, actually way faster than what I expected. Their consultant Francis was also very helpful.

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Nick
NickNSW7 posts
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Having been a customer of Stake Super now for several years, I feel confident in wholeheartedly recommending them to others who might be beginning or enhancing their SMSF journey. I can concede I was first drawn to them by their near market leading pricing for their feature set. Now as an experienced consumer, I expected trade offs with this - and… Read more

yet several years in I'm still waiting for those to come! The customer service, attention to detail, ease of use systems, integration of SMSF services etc is just top shelf. As Stake's staff could attest I'm a detail oriented customer and push to get resolutions - and Stake Super's staff (who are all Australian based and incredibly easy to communicate with) exceed my expectations on all manner of things. Only last week, Saleh followed up with me multiple times to resolve a concern I had with the ATO - keeping me posted on his progress so that I felt across everything. The week before this Francis called me and talked through the best way to approach a couple of concerns I had - it was outstanding service and something that one just doesn't find anymore.

My wife and I held off starting an SMSF for years as we naively believed "Big Supers" claims it would be too complex, long forms everywhere, ongoing hassle & expensive. How wrong they are! Since moving to Stake Super, our SMSF has incredibly simple, logical and intuitive - with help an easy email or phone call away. We now have complete transparency over our investments, have massively reduced our total investment management costs and have flexibility with our investment choice which has seen us outperform our previous Industry Super Fund consistantly since leaving them. This was no mean feat as we were previously with Hostplus who is very well regarded but we now get more $$$ for less cost and this will only get moreso as we age and our balances grow. We also now have a MUCH more tax efficient Super structure allowing us to avoid all unrealised CGT when we change from Accumulation to Pension status - you cannot do that in normal super funds! Will be worth perhaps several hundred thousand to us come retirement - is a huge industry secret! Detailed via below link: https://passiveinvestingaustralia.com/the-problem-with-pooled-funds/

Stake Super have been with us every step of the way, I review their peers every few years and still found their overall product offering near peerless. Everything just works and works EASILY, their document flow, product integration etc is incredibly well thought through and the little things like providing at no added cost a Corporate Trustee (rivals charge $700-1000+ for this item ALONE!) rather than a cheaper Individual Trustee setup for clients is the type of stuff thats often overlooked. So I'm very happy to lodge this feedback so it assists others, just like Stake SMSF have helped us - FWIW we're on their base product offering and weren't offered a brass razoo for doing it - my only regret is not having moved to an SMSF and Stake Super earlier but now that we're here I cannot envisage leaving.

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TomCount
TomCountACT
  Verified

My financial cornerstone – As a public practising accountant, I use Stake for my personal SMSF administration and a trading platform for our SMSF, family trust and investment company. Knowing the complexities that come with SMSF administration, i have been thoroughly impressed. The pricing is incredibly competitive, with a flat annual fee of $990 for administration services… Read more ·  1

and just $3 per trade using their brokerage platform. Despite the low cost, their compliance and administration services have been spot on, ensuring accuracy and peace of mind.

Im a big fan of people taking control of their super via a SMSF structure and Stake Super is now making this a viable option for more people... Particularly those who think they dont have enough funds to warrant the fees or those DIY'ers who dont yet have the confidence to navigate the SMSF compliance space.

My SMSF is relatively basic at the moment, primarily consisting of aussie listed equities & ETFs and overloaded insurance policies, but Stake Super has handled everything seamlessly and as a millennial that has a strange desire DIY everything... I'm happy. Feel free to reach out to me directly if you have questions, queries or concerns and i'll try an assist; tom.simmonds@bonsella.com.au

As Arnlod Schwarzenegger once said; "Come with me if you want to live.”

In-depth reviews

Stefan
Stefan3 posts
  Verified

Subject: Exceptional Service and Support from Stake Super! I would like to express my sincere appreciation for the outstanding service I received from Stake Super, and in particular from Nikhil Patkar. This was my first experience lodging a tax return with Stake Super, and the entire process was handled with exceptional professionalism, clarity,… Read more

and patience. Nikhil consistently took the time to explain each step, clearly outlined what was and was not possible under a no advice model, and ensured that all required documentation was handled correctly and efficiently.

What stood out most was the genuine care and responsiveness shown throughout the process. Even when my circumstances changed and amendments were required, everything was managed smoothly and without unnecessary stress. The communication was prompt, respectful, and reassuring, which made the experience feel effortless from my side.

Nikhil’s professionalism reflects extremely well on Stake Super as an organisation. It is clear that Stake knows how to select and support high caliber team members. I would confidently recommend Stake Super to anyone looking for a reliable and well run SMSF administration service.

Kind regards, Stefan

Mike T.
Mike T.NSW
  Verified

I've been a Stake Super customer since July 2024 and couldn't be happier with the service, platform, and value for my SMSF needs. I recommended them to my mother and last month she set up her own SMSF with Stake. My initial discussion was with Francis and I got comfortable seeing he got the answers I was looking for. He has a solid grasp on more… Read more

SMSF complex tax matters and was able to go in details regarding Super options for ppl over 60. He was also very responsive to my follow-up emails, with the right details. The onboarding process was fast and took care of all the registration forms, sparing me from having to deal with ATO, ASIC and Macquarie. Stake is significantly easier to deal with than Interactive Brokers (company account). Being with them through a tax reporting cycle now, I can say the whole process is quick and reliable. Speaking with a friend who works as accountant, the $990 yearly is unbeatable and they take care of everything! For my SMSF, being able to trade in AU and US, Stake Super is the best choice for my SMSF (investing and a bit of swing trading). However, for my day-trading and swing trading needs, Interactive Brokers and Trade Zero remain the gold standard: super speedy execution, no slippage, L2, choice of routing, etc. I hope Stake’s platform will improve in this direction as well. But for my SMSF, Stake Super is the best solution I know of.

Phil Wild
Phil WildWestern Australia
  Verified

I've been using a different online SMSF platform for close to 15 years and every yeaer the fees would increase and I was limited to a maximum of four members within their platform. My investment strategy is focussed solely on ETFs and after performing a short market survey Stake stood out as a very really good fit for my needs. My children are now… Read more

all at working age and we wanted to include them in our SMSF.

The setup was super easy. Way easier than I was expecting. I was kept very well informed of the progress. Everything was done very quickly. Any questions I had were answered promptly through email with the right amount of detail. So far I've been really happy with everything.

The support team are amazing!

FYI... We've setup five family members with a corporate entity as the Trustee.

Using Docusign with all the paperwork was a breeze.

It's still early and I'll come back and provide a review once everything external to stake has been finalised (e.g. wrapping up my existing SMSF and rolling over all the funds).

Positive reviews

Kritika S.
Kritika S.New South Wales
 

I am extremely pleased with the level of service provided by the Stake Super Client Officer Saleh.He demonstrated a high degree of professionalism, expertise, and courtesy throughout my engagement. Communication was clear, timely, and thorough, ensuring that all matters were handled efficiently and with care. His attention to detail and commitment… Read more

to client support made the entire experience seamless and reassuring. I sincerely appreciate the excellent service and would confidently recommend Stake Super to others.

Dan
DanQLD2 posts
 

As someone who doesn't have a strong understanding of how stock markets work, I found Stake easy to navigate and work with. I recently moved my Super to Stakes SMSF and found the process pretty seamless. Thanks to the Stake team for the assistance in getting this completed.

Phil
Phil2 posts
 

I was a little nervous and sceptical at first about just how much of the heavy lifting Stake would be doing regarding paperwork and document filing, etc, etc. This is my first experience with SMSF. They didn’t just meet my expectations, they far exceeded them! My experience with Stake in my SMSF has been nothing short of exceptional. I have recommended them to friends and family. You won’t regret using Stake. Highly recommended.

Negative reviews

prashant
prashantQLD4 posts
 

Terrible service and customer support team. Hard to approach them. Complex stake super application. The simple transactions made complicated. Little or no information provided about the application rules, how to use, transfer the funds. Expect to pass the test for every transaction. Highly likely you will be failed as no information available or… Read more

provided. Responses were too vague as if it's not their product and application. The support timeframe is as good as other online SMSF supports (after 3-4days). Think twice before joining. Don't risk your hard-earned money with Stake. Your funds will be at high stake.

Frankie
FrankieNSW4 posts
 

Difficult to get through on the phone. I find the SMSF team highly disorganised. App greys out sometimes and you cannot buy/sell until it becomes coloured and active again. : ( Stake always has an excuse for why the app is crap. Cheaper brokerage is the only plus.

Richard
Richard2 posts
 

Not worth their fees – I have had endless issue with this company. There is no phone number to phone which means you are constantly waiting for someone to get back to you. It takes days to sort out the most simple of issues. The app is also very unreliable, you go through all the steps to transfer AUD to the Wall Street section and the transaction will fail without any… Read more

notification to you. If you are time sensitive with your investments, this is just an awful company to deal with. I am waiting to buy stock and need Stake to confirm whether my currency has been transferred, but of course there is no phone number and now I must wait until they can be bothered to reply to my email. last week I had to wait days before somebody from this company provided me with a simple document my super company needed to complete the rollover. These guys have been an endless hassel to deal with

Recent reviews

Ska Cap
Ska Cap
 

Having used multiple platforms for very specific and high volume equity transactions I was concerned about Stake's ability to handle these a the price they charge. After engaging with Matt and working through some very specific technical questions I was very impressed by his knowledge and this gave me the confidence to open a Stake account. I have now moved all my balances to Stake and am impressed with the platform.

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Hoan
Hoan2 posts
 

I initially setup my smsf with stake super mainly to trade shares but did change to buy property as well later on. Share trading is a breeze with Stake like everyone says and I would recommend them since it’s so easy. Setting up the smsf was easy… Read more

too. With property I needed a bare trust setup and Rashmeet and Bruno from Stake was most helpful with this. Rashmeet is especially helpful and a real super star in the support team and is knowledgeable in everything. If you need help and come across her, you are very lucky indeed! Like other reviewers have said, Stake is not known for easy bare trust setups (for property) or yearly audits so maybe they can improve this with time as people are going to other smsf companies for this support. I would suggest extra guidance for newbies that want to buy property, as once it’s setup properly they will be happy to include this in their smsf. Overall I’m happy with the shares and after some back and forth with bare trusts, so it’s all good now.

 Follow-up  · Back to answer the follow up questions: 1. Property support You need to research in detail if you want to buy an smsf property in your state (pay attention to when you need the bare trust setup) then Stake can setup the bare trust for you (easy path), if you have no idea how to start this or just want a hands free approach then I would recommend… Read more

Ken Pinto
Ken PintoVIC2 posts
 

Stake support services are extremely good. Yes it’s mostly via email but they are quick and responsive when needed. Thank you Saleh for the great guidance on SMSF management

Katie
Katie2 posts
  Verified

I recently established my SMSF through Stake and was thoroughly impressed by the efficiency, clarity, and professionalism of the entire process. From the initial setup to completion, everything was handled with precision and ease. Francis was exceptional — his expertise, proactive communication, and attention to detail ensured that each step was… Read more

completed seamlessly. He provided guidance that was both technically sound and easy to understand, making the process remarkably straightforward.

I highly recommend Stake to anyone considering setting up an SMSF. Their combination of expert knowledge, excellent communication, and smooth execution truly sets them apart.

Coyne Graham
Coyne GrahamNSW
 

Stake has been wonderful to deal with, however a company is only as good as its people. You couldn’t find better than Saleh. He went above and beyond for me to assure me of Stakes sincerity and willingness to perform. Every promise he made me has been backed up by their performance. If you’re thinking self managed super, think Stake Super. God bless you Saleh.

Peter F
Peter FNSW
 

Amazing committed team that fully support you. I have been with Stake and Stake Super almost since its inception Australia. This service was desperately needed and has shaken up the market and they were the leaders. The App is great and is continuously being enhanced and their Super Offering and the support team that do the heavy lifting around reporting and compliance time are amazing!

Zack C
Zack CNSW
 

I had a fantastic experience with Stake Super and the wider team, particularly Saleh! He is very attentive, friendly, and very professional. He made everything easy to understand and guided me throughout the SMSF set-up journey. Highly recommend for anyone looking for reliable and efficient service!

S H.
S H.
 

I had an excellent experience with Stake Super setting up my investment portfolio. Everything was explained clearly, the process was simple to follow, and every question I had was answered promptly. Their professionalism and responsiveness made the entire experience stress-free and straightforward. I really can’t fault them, especially Rasheet,… Read more

who went above and beyond to ensure I felt confident and supported every step of the way. Highly recommended! Thank you again team!

Tom
Tom3 posts
 

I’ve found the whole Stake SMSF process to be incredibly straightforward and easy to follow from start to finish. The platform makes what could otherwise be a complex process feel clear and manageable, which has given me real confidence as I set up and started investing through my SMSF. I also want to call out Saleh, who has been absolutely… Read more

outstanding. His support has gone above and beyond. His professionalism, responsiveness and genuine care make a huge difference. He is a real asset to Stake, and I’m very grateful for his help.

Highly recommend Stake SMSF to anyone looking for a smooth, transparent, and supportive experience.

Stewart G.
Stewart G.
 

Matt gave me good advice in setting up my SMSF and Saleh was able to resolved a big problem (of my own making). I'm very happy about the level of support from Stake.

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Alec T.
Alec T.VIC7 posts
  Verified

I had done extensive research on alternatives to our industry super. The information provided by email and in the in-person call from StakeSuper (Francis) was excellent and answered all of my questions. Their fees relative to industry super and wrap platforms are very low. The signup process went well and was very well automated. Now we're in… Read more

the process of doing our rollovers of existing super accounts (which no doubt will be a pain as super funds' customer service is woeful - part of the reason for moving). My experience with StakeSuper SMSF so far (and Francis especially) has been excellent.

Stefan
Stefan3 posts
  Verified

I’ve been a difficult client. The entire process was completely new to me. I requested an upgrade from the basic Stake Super account to Stake Super Plus. Rashmeet was very helpful, she had it set up for me extremely quickly. But then I needed more help with test transactions, withdrawals/deposits, and setting up new investment accounts. She… Read more

helped me with everything I needed, and in the end, we managed to get to the finish line. I really admire Rashmeet's patience with me. I asked too many questions and needed a lot of thorough explanation. I liked that she patiently gave me all the time I needed and typed out the exact steps for me to follow to get all the necessary documentation. I also appreciated her 'direct to the point' approach, she avoided anything that would confuse me or wasn’t relevant to what I actually needed. Thanks a lot, Rashmeet! Overall, I’m a very happy Stake Super client. I absolutely love what you’re doing for me. Thanks a lot, Stake team!

Raman T.
Raman T.NSW
  Verified

Was able to move my super to Stake hassle free, costs are very reasonable and am able to manage funds on my own. Platform is very good and am able to execute trades on time and with all online.

Narayana K.
Narayana K.VIC5 posts
 

We have recently setup SMSF with Stake Super. The process was very smooth and done in timely manner. Stake customer service team was very respsonsive in answering to my queries. Pricing is also very economical. We are quite happy with their services so far. I would perticularly want to mention the the consultant Saleh, whos services are always above and beyond in terms of listening to my queries and providing very satisfactory responses. Show details

Peter C.
Peter C.QLD2 posts
 

As always the Stake Super Team have provided an amazing experience and in this particular case I would like to single out Saleh for her excellent and timely support to our requests. We were kept informed of progress and were never in doubt as to the final outcome, many thanks Saleh for your professionalism.

Ankit and Amruta
Ankit and AmrutaQLD
  Fair Incentive

Saleh has been absolutely amazing with his advice and support. He addressed all my queries regarding the SMSF and Bare Trust setup with impressive turnaround time and clarity. The entire Stake team—including Bruni, Matt, and Rashameet—has been incredibly professional, providing a high level of service and explaining everything thoroughly. I highly… Read more

recommend Stake for anyone considering an SMSF setup. Their expertise and responsiveness made the process smooth and reassuring.

Ankit Shukla

Ricky K.
Ricky K.
 

Really happy with the platform and the assistance with any queries as they come up! Today I dealt with Salem and it was a positive experience. Recommend the company for people looking into SMSF or investing in Australian or US stocks

Alex
Alex
 

Fantastic service from Francis at Stake when I had my existing SMSF transferred from my previous accounting firm to Stake. Highly knowledgeable and very prompt with responses, appreciate the assistance and guidance through the process.

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