Compare what each fund offers, then choose investment options to put their published costs and returns side by side.
Closed public sector scheme
PSS is a closed defined benefit scheme for eligible Australian Government employees.
Existing contributors and preserved members retain scheme-specific rights. Limited re-entry rules can apply when returning to eligible employment.
Retail fund brand
Spaceship Super is an app-based super product with several investment options. It is separate from the Spaceship Voyager investment portfolios outside super.
Public joining is available under the super PDS.
Choose the actual investment pathway for each account. For lifecycle products, select the named stage relevant to you. No stage is selected automatically.
The costs and returns belong to the selected product, option or lifecycle stage.
Source: APRA Comprehensive Product Performance Package 2026, published 28 August 2026. Fees reflect the reporting year to 30 June 2026, are net of tax, use standard arrangements and exclude member-activity fees. Dollar figures are rounded. They are not a current quote. Check the latest PDS for changes, insurance premiums and any separately charged advice.
Returns are annualised historical results. Different return bases, risk levels and periods cannot be treated as interchangeable. MySuper net returns use a $50,000 representative balance even when you change the fee balance. A lifecycle stage return does not track a person moving between stages. Missing figures mean not reported, not zero. Past returns do not predict future returns. Read our method and APRA's definitions.
| What to compare | PSS | Spaceship Super |
|---|---|---|
| Membership and access | Existing contributors and preserved members retain scheme-specific rights. Limited re-entry rules can apply when returning to eligible employment. Sources12 | Public joining is available under the super PDS. Sources123 |
| Accounts and products | Public Sector Superannuation Scheme. This is different from PSSap. PSS defined benefit Preserved benefit Eligible PSSap ancillary account Sources12 | Spaceship Super accumulation. Sources123 |
| Investment choices | Contributors use the default fund. Preserved members can choose Default or Cash for funded amounts. Sources12 | Four current options are GrowthX, Global Index, Balanced and Moderate. The notice dated 5 June 2026 changes three options from 7 July 2026; Global Index is unchanged. Sources123 |
| Insurance | Contributing members receive built-in death and invalidity cover, subject to scheme conditions. Sources12 | Insurance costs depend on factors including age, cover, sex at birth and occupation rating. Sources123 |
| Retirement income | Eligible benefits may be paid as an indexed pension, a lump sum or a combination. Sources12 | The reviewed product pages do not establish a dedicated pension account. Confirm the retirement-income pathway. Sources123 |
| Comparing investment performance | Do not rank the defined benefit using accumulation investment returns. Sources12 | Compare the selected super option over matching dates. Voyager's performance is not Spaceship Super performance. Sources123 |
| Advice and support | This detail has not been verified for this profile. Check the current product documents. | The app and support team provide account information. Confirm any personal advice arrangement separately. Sources123 |
| Fee details to check | This detail has not been verified for this profile. Check the current product documents. | Use the current super fee table and the notice dated 5 June 2026, effective 7 July 2026. Voyager pricing applies to a different product. Sources123 |
THE SUPERGURU VIEW
Contribution choices and retirement timing can matter more here than a published investment return. A benefit estimate tied to your employment history is the useful starting point.
Based on the cited product features. These are general reasons to investigate the fund, not a personal recommendation. Supporting sources.
THE SUPERGURU VIEW
Relevant for people who want a digital service and are comfortable assessing its investment strategy and costs.
Based on the cited product features. These are general reasons to investigate the fund, not a personal recommendation. Supporting sources.
Use the membership rules to establish which accounts are available to you. Then compare the total price of the investment option and cover you need. A lower fee or higher historical return alone does not tell you which fund is suitable.
Ask both funds to confirm insurance acceptance, exclusions, waiting periods and whether cover would change when you leave your employer. Obtain advice before giving up a defined benefit or an insurance policy you may not be able to replace. ASIC Moneysmart explains the comparison checks.
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Checked 2026-09-11. Documents and product terms can change after this date.
Checked 2026-09-11. Documents and product terms can change after this date.