Kogan Mobile vs Gecko Mobile
Gecko Mobile wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. Kogan Mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. Gecko Mobile has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Kogan Mobile uses the One NZ network and Gecko Mobile uses Spark, so check coverage where you live and work.
Prices checked 12 October 2026
| Feature | Kogan Mobile | Gecko Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Network | One NZ | Spark |
| Plans listed | 7 | 3 |
| Cheapest plan (per month) | $17.00 | $39.00 |
| 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
- Gecko Mobile
- 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
- Gecko MobileBetter value
- Mobile1010GB/mo + endless · $39/mo · 8.8/10
Gecko Mobile's Mobile10 (10GB/mo + endless, $39/mo) costs less than 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
- Gecko MobileBetter value
- Mobile100100GB/mo + endless · $49/mo · 6.6/10
Gecko Mobile's Mobile100 (100GB/mo + endless, $49/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 Gecko Mobile 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 Gecko Mobile plan
| Plan | Calls | ? | ? | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gecko MobileMobile10 | 10GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $39/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 |
Kogan MobileBig Monthly Prepay | 5GB/mo | Unlimited | $28/moPaid monthly | 7.1/10 | View deal |
Gecko MobileMobile100 | 100GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $49/moPaid monthly | 6.6/10 | 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 |
Gecko MobileMobile1000 | 1000GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $69/moPaid monthly | 2.8/10 | View deal |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Kogan Mobile or Gecko Mobile?
Gecko Mobile wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. Kogan Mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. Gecko Mobile has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Kogan Mobile uses the One NZ network and Gecko Mobile 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: Gecko Mobile's Mobile10 (10GB/mo + endless, $39/mo) costs less than Kogan Mobile's Bigger Monthly Prepay (15GB/mo, $40/mo) and scores higher. Heavy use: Gecko Mobile's Mobile100 (100GB/mo + endless, $49/mo) costs less than Kogan Mobile's Biggest Monthly Prepay (60GB/mo, $60/mo) and scores higher.
Is Kogan Mobile or Gecko Mobile cheaper?
Kogan Mobile’s cheapest plan is Standard Monthly Prepay (2GB/mo) at $17.00 a month. Gecko Mobile’s cheapest is Mobile10 (10GB/mo + endless) at $39.00 a month.
Do Kogan Mobile and Gecko Mobile use the same network?
No. Kogan Mobile uses One NZ and Gecko Mobile uses Spark.
Can I switch from Kogan Mobile to Gecko Mobile and keep my number?
Yes. Sign up with Gecko Mobile and ask to transfer your number. They’ll handle the switch, and you don’t need to cancel with Kogan Mobile first.