2degrees vs Rocket Mobile
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. 2degrees uses the 2degrees network and Rocket Mobile uses One NZ, so check coverage where you live and work.
Prices checked 12 October 2026
| Feature | 2degrees | Rocket Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Network | 2degrees | One NZ |
| Plans listed | 17 | 4 |
| Cheapest plan (per month) | $8.00 | $30.00 |
| Cheapest unlimited | $80.00 | $30.00 |
| Best SmartScore | 10.0 | 9.3 |
| Prepay plans | Yes | Yes |
| Pay monthly plans | Yes | No |
| 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
- Rocket Mobile
- 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
- Rocket Mobile
- No plan in this range
Only 2degrees has a plan in this range: $19 Fortnightly Plan (Prepay) (4GB/fortnight, $41.28/mo).
Heavy use
40GB+ or unlimited: lots of video, hotspotting
- 2degrees
- $80 Unlimited PlanUnlimited · $80/mo · 7.5/10
- Rocket MobileBetter value
- RocketUnlimited (10Mbps) · $40/mo · 9.3/10
Rocket Mobile's Rocket (Unlimited (10Mbps), $40/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 prefer a monthly bill
- You want unused data to roll over
- 2degrees coverage is better where you live
Choose Rocket Mobile if…
- You want the better plan for heavy use
- One NZ coverage is better where you live
Every 2degrees and Rocket Mobile 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 |
Rocket MobileRocket Starter | Unlimited (2Mbps) | Unlimited | $30/moPaid monthly | 9.3/10 | View deal |
Rocket MobileRocket | Unlimited (10Mbps) | Unlimited | $40/moPaid monthlyPromo $30 | 9.3/10 | View deal |
Rocket MobileRocket Plus | Unlimited (40Mbps) | Unlimited | $45/moPaid monthlyPromo $35 | 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 |
Rocket MobileRocket Max | Unlimited | Unlimited | $75/moPaid monthlyPromo $65 | 8.3/10 | 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 |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, 2degrees or Rocket Mobile?
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. 2degrees uses the 2degrees network and Rocket Mobile uses One NZ, so check coverage where you live and work. Light use: Only 2degrees has a plan in this range: $11 Fortnightly Plan (Prepay) (1.25GB/fortnight, $23.90/mo). Everyday use: Only 2degrees has a plan in this range: $19 Fortnightly Plan (Prepay) (4GB/fortnight, $41.28/mo). Heavy use: Rocket Mobile's Rocket (Unlimited (10Mbps), $40/mo) costs less than 2degrees's $80 Unlimited Plan (Unlimited, $80/mo) and scores higher.
Is 2degrees or Rocket Mobile cheaper?
2degrees’s cheapest plan is $8 Monthly Plan (Prepay) (150MB/mo) at $8.00 a month. Rocket Mobile’s cheapest is Rocket Starter (Unlimited (2Mbps)) at $30.00 a month.
Do 2degrees and Rocket Mobile use the same network?
No. 2degrees uses 2degrees and Rocket Mobile uses One NZ.
Can I switch from 2degrees to Rocket Mobile and keep my number?
Yes. Sign up with Rocket Mobile and ask to transfer your number. They’ll handle the switch, and you don’t need to cancel with 2degrees first.