Compare KiwiSaver Funds

Compare over 200 KiwiSaver funds from all NZ providers. Filter by fund type, fees, returns, and risk level to find the right fund for your retirement goals.

Last updated: February 2026 | 200+ funds from 30+ providers

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Simplicity Growth vs Kernel High Growth

Low-fee growth showdown

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Active manager battle

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ANZ Growth vs ASB Growth

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Simplicity Balanced vs Generate Balanced

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Milford Conservative vs Simplicity Conservative

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Top Performing Funds by Category

Top Growth Funds

Fund NameProvider5-Year ReturnFees
Milford Active GrowthMilford10.2%0.99%
Simplicity GrowthSimplicity9.8%0.31%
Fisher Two GrowthFisher Funds9.5%0.89%
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Top Balanced Funds

Fund NameProvider5-Year ReturnFees
Milford BalancedMilford8.4%0.99%
Simplicity BalancedSimplicity7.9%0.31%
Generate BalancedGenerate7.6%0.95%
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Top Conservative Funds

Fund NameProvider5-Year ReturnFees
Milford ConservativeMilford5.8%0.99%
Simplicity ConservativeSimplicity5.2%0.31%
Fisher ConservativeFisher Funds5.0%0.89%
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Note: Returns shown are historical 5-year averages. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future returns.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many KiwiSaver funds are there in New Zealand?

There are over 200 KiwiSaver funds in New Zealand across 30+ providers. These are categorised into Defensive, Conservative, Balanced, Growth, and Aggressive fund types.

What is the difference between Growth and Balanced funds?

Growth funds have 70-90% in growth assets with higher potential returns but more volatility. Balanced funds have 50-70% growth assets, offering moderate returns with less volatility.

Which KiwiSaver fund has the lowest fees?

Simplicity (0.10-0.31%) and Kernel (0.25-0.27%) offer the lowest total fees. These are passive index funds that track market indices.

Should I choose the fund with the highest returns?

Not necessarily. Compare funds of the same type, consider fees, and match risk level to your timeframe. Past returns do not guarantee future performance.

Can I switch between KiwiSaver funds?

Yes. Switching within your provider is usually instant and free. Switching providers takes 2-3 weeks and is also free with no penalties.

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