2degrees vs Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)
2degrees wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. 2degrees has the cheaper entry-level plan. 2degrees has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Both use the 2degrees network, so coverage is similar.
Prices checked 12 October 2026
| Feature | 2degrees | Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) |
|---|---|---|
| Network | 2degrees | 2degrees |
| Plans listed | 17 | 2 |
| Cheapest plan (per month) | $8.00 | $39.54 |
| Cheapest unlimited | $80.00 | $68.00 |
| Best SmartScore | 10.0 | 9.3 |
| Prepay plans | Yes | No |
| Pay monthly plans | Yes | Yes |
| eSIM | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi calling | Yes | Yes |
Which should you choose?
Light use
Under 5GB: messaging, maps, a bit of social
- 2degreesBetter value
- $11 Fortnightly Plan (Prepay)1.25GB/fortnight · $23.90/mo · 10/10
- Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)
- No plan in this range
Only 2degrees has a plan in this range: $11 Fortnightly Plan (Prepay) (1.25GB/fortnight, $23.90/mo).
Everyday use
5GB to 40GB: streaming music, social and some video
- 2degreesBetter value
- $19 Fortnightly Plan (Prepay)4GB/fortnight · $41.28/mo · 9.4/10
- Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)
- Choice5GB/mo + endless · $39.54/mo · 3.5/10
2degrees's $19 Fortnightly Plan (Prepay) (4GB/fortnight, $41.28/mo) costs more than Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice (5GB/mo + endless, $39.54/mo), but scores higher (9.4 vs 3.5) for what you get.
Heavy use
40GB+ or unlimited: lots of video, hotspotting
- 2degrees
- $80 Unlimited PlanUnlimited · $80/mo · 7.5/10
- Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)Better value
- Choice AsUnlimited · $68/mo · 9.3/10
Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice As (Unlimited, $68/mo) costs less than 2degrees's $80 Unlimited Plan (Unlimited, $80/mo) and scores higher.
Choose 2degrees if…
- You want the better plan for light and everyday use
- You want the cheapest way in (from $8/mo)
- You want prepay, with no bill or credit check
- You want unused data to roll over
Choose Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) if…
- You want the better plan for heavy use
- You want data that slows down instead of running out
Every 2degrees and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) plan
| Plan | Calls | ? | ? | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2degrees$11 Fortnightly Plan (Prepay) | 1.25GB/fortnight≈ 2.7GB/mo | Unlimited | $23.90/moPaid as $11 every fortnight | 10.0/10 | View deal |
2degrees$25 Monthly Plan (Prepay) | 3GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $25/moPaid monthly | 9.5/10 | View deal |
2degrees$15 Monthly Plan (Prepay) | 1GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $15/moPaid monthly | 9.4/10 | View deal |
2degrees$19 Fortnightly Plan (Prepay) | 4GB/fortnight≈ 8.7GB/mo | Unlimited | $41.28/moPaid as $19 every fortnight | 9.4/10 | View deal |
Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)Choice As | Unlimited | Unlimited | $68/moPaid monthly | 9.3/10 | View deal |
2degrees$8 Monthly Plan (Prepay) | 150MB/moRollover | 100 mins | $8/moPaid monthly | 9.2/10 | View deal |
2degrees$45 Monthly Plan (Prepay) | 10GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $45/moPaid monthly | 8.5/10 | View deal |
2degrees$45 Carryover Plan | 6GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $45/moPaid monthly | 8.2/10 | View deal |
2degrees$20 Monthly Plan (Prepay) | 2GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $20/moPaid monthly | 7.5/10 | View deal |
2degrees$80 Unlimited Plan | Unlimited | Unlimited | $80/moPaid monthly | 7.5/10 | View deal |
2degrees$24 Fortnightly Plan (Prepay) | 7GB/fortnight≈ 15GB/mo | Unlimited | $52.14/moPaid as $24 every fortnight | 7.0/10 | View deal |
2degrees$85 Monthly Plan (Prepay) | Unlimited | Unlimited | $85/moPaid monthly | 6.8/10 | View deal |
2degrees$55 Carryover Plan | 15GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $55/moPaid monthly | 6.3/10 | View deal |
2degrees$35 Monthly Plan (Prepay) | 4.5GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $35/moPaid monthly | 6.0/10 | View deal |
2degrees$35 Carryover Plan | 3GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $35/moPaid monthly | 5.4/10 | View deal |
2degrees$60 Monthly Plan (Prepay) | 50GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $60/moPaid monthly | 5.0/10 | View deal |
2degrees$65 Carryover Plan | 80GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $65/moPaid monthly | 4.0/10 | View deal |
2degrees$34 Fortnightly Plan (Prepay) | 40GB/fortnight≈ 87GB/mo | Unlimited | $73.87/moPaid as $34 every fortnight | 4.0/10 | View deal |
Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)Choice | 5GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $39.54/moPaid monthly | 3.5/10 | View deal |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, 2degrees or Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)?
2degrees wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. 2degrees has the cheaper entry-level plan. 2degrees has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Both use the 2degrees network, so coverage is similar. Light use: Only 2degrees has a plan in this range: $11 Fortnightly Plan (Prepay) (1.25GB/fortnight, $23.90/mo). Everyday use: 2degrees's $19 Fortnightly Plan (Prepay) (4GB/fortnight, $41.28/mo) costs more than Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice (5GB/mo + endless, $39.54/mo), but scores higher (9.4 vs 3.5) for what you get. Heavy use: Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice As (Unlimited, $68/mo) costs less than 2degrees's $80 Unlimited Plan (Unlimited, $80/mo) and scores higher.
Is 2degrees or Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) cheaper?
2degrees’s cheapest plan is $8 Monthly Plan (Prepay) (150MB/mo) at $8.00 a month. Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)’s cheapest is Choice (5GB/mo + endless) at $39.54 a month.
Do 2degrees and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) use the same network?
Yes, both use the 2degrees network.
Can I switch from 2degrees to Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) and keep my number?
Yes. Sign up with Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) and ask to transfer your number. They’ll handle the switch, and you don’t need to cancel with 2degrees first.