Comparison · 6 min
Two Australian giants with opposite strategies. National Storage has more units and lower prices; Kennards bets on technology and premium facilities. Which pays off.
National Storage is Australasia's largest provider — over 180 facilities across all mainland states, with strong regional presence. It positions itself as the best-value option.
Kennards Self Storage operates 100+ locations, concentrated in NSW and Victoria, with a clear bet on facility quality and technology. It's premium by choice.
The difference is concrete. National Storage sits at AU$220–280/month for a medium box (5–10 m²). Kennards charges AU$260–380/month for the same size — about 15-20% more expensive.
Kennards' premium isn't arbitrary: it pays for newer facilities and access technology. The question is whether you use what you're paying extra for.
Kennards leads on digital: ~40% of units have app-based access (unlock gates and the unit itself from your phone). 24/7 access at 50-60% of locations.
National Storage has a functional app for payments and logs, but uses traditional keypads for physical entry. 24/7 access at 60-70% of locations — proportionally more.
National Storage excels in business solutions: dedicated business centres at 20+ locations, with meeting rooms and document storage.
Kennards focuses on residential quality — no comparable commercial offering, but delivers the best experience for personal use in major cities.
You want the best price.
You're in a regional area (much wider coverage).
You need a business solution (business centre, rooms, archive).
You're in a major city (Sydney, Melbourne) and want modern facilities.
You value app-based access and are willing to pay the premium.
Residential use where tech convenience matters.
Price and regional coverage or business use: National Storage. Technology and premium facilities in the city: Kennards.
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