Contact Energy mobile vs Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)
Contact Energy mobile wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. Contact Energy mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Contact Energy mobile uses the One NZ network and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) uses 2degrees, so check coverage where you live and work.
Prices checked 12 October 2026
| Feature | Contact Energy mobile | Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) |
|---|---|---|
| Network | One NZ | 2degrees |
| Plans listed | 4 | 2 |
| Cheapest plan (per month) | $16.00 | $39.54 |
| Cheapest unlimited | None | $68.00 |
| Best SmartScore | 9.2 | 9.3 |
| Prepay plans | No | 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
- Contact Energy mobileBetter value
- Extra Small (2GB Carryover)2GB/mo · $16/mo · 9.2/10
- Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)
- No plan in this range
Only Contact Energy mobile has a plan in this range: Extra Small (2GB Carryover) (2GB/mo, $16/mo).
Everyday use
5GB to 40GB: streaming music, social and some video
- Contact Energy mobileBetter value
- Medium (Endless)20GB/mo + endless · $45/mo · 8.1/10
- Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)
- Choice5GB/mo + endless · $39.54/mo · 3.5/10
Contact Energy mobile's Medium (Endless) (20GB/mo + endless, $45/mo) costs more than Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice (5GB/mo + endless, $39.54/mo), but scores higher (8.1 vs 3.5) for what you get.
Heavy use
40GB+ or unlimited: lots of video, hotspotting
- Contact Energy mobile
- Large (Endless)75GB/mo + endless · $60/mo · 4.3/10
- Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)Better value
- Choice AsUnlimited · $68/mo · 9.3/10
Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice As (Unlimited, $68/mo) costs more than Contact Energy mobile's Large (Endless) (75GB/mo + endless, $60/mo), but scores higher (9.3 vs 4.3) for what you get.
Choose Contact Energy mobile if…
- You want the better plan for light and everyday use
- You want the cheapest way in (from $16/mo)
- You want unused data to roll over
- One NZ coverage is better where you live
Choose Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) if…
- You want the better plan for heavy use
- 2degrees coverage is better where you live
Every Contact Energy mobile and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) plan
| Plan | Calls | ? | ? | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)Choice As | Unlimited | Unlimited | $68/moPaid monthly | 9.3/10 | View deal |
Contact Energy mobileExtra Small (2GB Carryover) | 2GB/moRollover | 200 mins | $16/moPaid monthly | 9.2/10 | View deal |
Contact Energy mobileMedium (Endless) | 20GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $45/moPaid monthly | 8.1/10 | View deal |
Contact Energy mobileSmall (Endless) | 5GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $35/moPaid monthly | 5.3/10 | View deal |
Contact Energy mobileLarge (Endless) | 75GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $60/moPaid monthly | 4.3/10 | 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, Contact Energy mobile or Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)?
Contact Energy mobile wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. Contact Energy mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Contact Energy mobile uses the One NZ network and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) uses 2degrees, so check coverage where you live and work. Light use: Only Contact Energy mobile has a plan in this range: Extra Small (2GB Carryover) (2GB/mo, $16/mo). Everyday use: Contact Energy mobile's Medium (Endless) (20GB/mo + endless, $45/mo) costs more than Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice (5GB/mo + endless, $39.54/mo), but scores higher (8.1 vs 3.5) for what you get. Heavy use: Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice As (Unlimited, $68/mo) costs more than Contact Energy mobile's Large (Endless) (75GB/mo + endless, $60/mo), but scores higher (9.3 vs 4.3) for what you get.
Is Contact Energy mobile or Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) cheaper?
Contact Energy mobile’s cheapest plan is Extra Small (2GB Carryover) (2GB/mo) at $16.00 a month. Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)’s cheapest is Choice (5GB/mo + endless) at $39.54 a month.
Do Contact Energy mobile and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) use the same network?
No. Contact Energy mobile uses One NZ and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) uses 2degrees.
Can I switch from Contact Energy mobile 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 Contact Energy mobile first.