Kogan Mobile vs CloudLink
CloudLink wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. Kogan Mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. CloudLink has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Kogan Mobile uses the One NZ network and CloudLink uses Spark, so check coverage where you live and work.
Prices checked 12 October 2026
| Feature | Kogan Mobile | CloudLink |
|---|---|---|
| Network | One NZ | Spark |
| Plans listed | 7 | 4 |
| Cheapest plan (per month) | $17.00 | $40.00 |
| Cheapest unlimited | None | None |
| Best SmartScore | 8.3 | 8.8 |
| Prepay plans | Yes | No |
| Pay monthly plans | No | Yes |
| eSIM | No | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi calling | – | – |
Which should you choose?
Light use
Under 5GB: messaging, maps, a bit of social
- Kogan MobileBetter value
- Standard Monthly Prepay2GB/mo · $17/mo · 7.7/10
- CloudLink
- No plan in this range
Only Kogan Mobile has a plan in this range: Standard Monthly Prepay (2GB/mo, $17/mo).
Everyday use
5GB to 40GB: streaming music, social and some video
- Kogan Mobile
- Bigger Monthly Prepay15GB/mo · $40/mo · 8.3/10
- CloudLinkBetter value
- Mobile 2020GB/mo + endless · $40/mo · 8.8/10
CloudLink's Mobile 20 (20GB/mo + endless, $40/mo) costs the same as Kogan Mobile's Bigger Monthly Prepay (15GB/mo, $40/mo) and scores higher.
Heavy use
40GB+ or unlimited: lots of video, hotspotting
- Kogan Mobile
- Biggest Monthly Prepay60GB/mo · $60/mo · 3.3/10
- CloudLinkBetter value
- Mobile 5050GB/mo + endless · $45/mo · 7.6/10
CloudLink's Mobile 50 (50GB/mo + endless, $45/mo) costs less than Kogan Mobile's Biggest Monthly Prepay (60GB/mo, $60/mo) and scores higher.
Choose Kogan Mobile if…
- You want the better plan for light use
- You want the cheapest way in (from $17/mo)
- You want prepay, with no bill or credit check
- You want to pay once for the whole year
- One NZ coverage is better where you live
Choose CloudLink if…
- You want the better plan for everyday and heavy use
- You prefer a monthly bill
- You want data that slows down instead of running out
- You need eSIM
- Spark coverage is better where you live
Every Kogan Mobile and CloudLink plan
| Plan | Calls | ? | ? | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
CloudLinkMobile 20 | 20GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $40/moPaid monthly | 8.8/10 | View deal |
Kogan MobileBig 365 Day Prepay | 50GB/year≈ 4.2GB/mo | Unlimited | $20.83/moPaid as $250 once a year | 8.3/10 | View deal |
Kogan MobileBigger 365 Day Prepay | 150GB/year≈ 13GB/mo | Unlimited | $33.33/moPaid as $400 once a year | 8.3/10 | View deal |
Kogan MobileBigger Monthly Prepay | 15GB/mo | Unlimited | $40/moPaid monthly | 8.3/10 | View deal |
Kogan MobileStandard Monthly Prepay | 2GB/mo | Unlimited | $17/moPaid monthly | 7.7/10 | View deal |
CloudLinkMobile 50 | 50GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $45/moPaid monthly | 7.6/10 | View deal |
Kogan MobileBig Monthly Prepay | 5GB/mo | Unlimited | $28/moPaid monthly | 7.1/10 | View deal |
CloudLinkMobile 100 | 100GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $50/moPaid monthly | 6.3/10 | View deal |
CloudLinkMobile 1000 | 1000GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $60/moPaid monthly | 3.8/10 | View deal |
Kogan MobileBiggest 365 Day Prepay | 500GB/year≈ 42GB/mo | Unlimited | $50/moPaid as $600 once a year | 3.3/10 | View deal |
Kogan MobileBiggest Monthly Prepay | 60GB/mo | Unlimited | $60/moPaid monthly | 3.3/10 | View deal |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Kogan Mobile or CloudLink?
CloudLink wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. Kogan Mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. CloudLink has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Kogan Mobile uses the One NZ network and CloudLink uses Spark, so check coverage where you live and work. Light use: Only Kogan Mobile has a plan in this range: Standard Monthly Prepay (2GB/mo, $17/mo). Everyday use: CloudLink's Mobile 20 (20GB/mo + endless, $40/mo) costs the same as Kogan Mobile's Bigger Monthly Prepay (15GB/mo, $40/mo) and scores higher. Heavy use: CloudLink's Mobile 50 (50GB/mo + endless, $45/mo) costs less than Kogan Mobile's Biggest Monthly Prepay (60GB/mo, $60/mo) and scores higher.
Is Kogan Mobile or CloudLink cheaper?
Kogan Mobile’s cheapest plan is Standard Monthly Prepay (2GB/mo) at $17.00 a month. CloudLink’s cheapest is Mobile 20 (20GB/mo + endless) at $40.00 a month.
Do Kogan Mobile and CloudLink use the same network?
No. Kogan Mobile uses One NZ and CloudLink uses Spark.
Can I switch from Kogan Mobile to CloudLink and keep my number?
Yes. Sign up with CloudLink and ask to transfer your number. They’ll handle the switch, and you don’t need to cancel with Kogan Mobile first.