Kogan Mobile vs Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)
Kogan Mobile wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. Kogan Mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Kogan 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 | Kogan Mobile | Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) |
|---|---|---|
| Network | One NZ | 2degrees |
| Plans listed | 7 | 2 |
| Cheapest plan (per month) | $17.00 | $39.54 |
| Cheapest unlimited | None | $68.00 |
| Best SmartScore | 8.3 | 9.3 |
| Prepay plans | Yes | No |
| Pay monthly plans | No | Yes |
| eSIM | No | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi calling | – | Yes |
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
- Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)
- 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 MobileBetter value
- Bigger Monthly Prepay15GB/mo · $40/mo · 8.3/10
- Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)
- Choice5GB/mo + endless · $39.54/mo · 3.5/10
Kogan Mobile's Bigger Monthly Prepay (15GB/mo, $40/mo) costs more than Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice (5GB/mo + endless, $39.54/mo), but scores higher (8.3 vs 3.5) for what you get.
Heavy use
40GB+ or unlimited: lots of video, hotspotting
- Kogan Mobile
- Biggest Monthly Prepay60GB/mo · $60/mo · 3.3/10
- 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 Kogan Mobile's Biggest Monthly Prepay (60GB/mo, $60/mo), but scores higher (9.3 vs 3.3) for what you get.
Choose Kogan Mobile if…
- You want the better plan for light and everyday 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 Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) if…
- You want the better plan for heavy use
- You prefer a monthly bill
- You want data that slows down instead of running out
- You need eSIM
- 2degrees coverage is better where you live
Every Kogan 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 |
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 |
Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)Choice | 5GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $39.54/moPaid monthly | 3.5/10 | 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 Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)?
Kogan Mobile wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. Kogan Mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Kogan Mobile uses the One NZ network and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) uses 2degrees, 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: Kogan Mobile's Bigger Monthly Prepay (15GB/mo, $40/mo) costs more than Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice (5GB/mo + endless, $39.54/mo), but scores higher (8.3 vs 3.5) for what you get. Heavy use: Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice As (Unlimited, $68/mo) costs more than Kogan Mobile's Biggest Monthly Prepay (60GB/mo, $60/mo), but scores higher (9.3 vs 3.3) for what you get.
Is Kogan Mobile or Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) cheaper?
Kogan Mobile’s cheapest plan is Standard Monthly Prepay (2GB/mo) at $17.00 a month. Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)’s cheapest is Choice (5GB/mo + endless) at $39.54 a month.
Do Kogan Mobile and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) use the same network?
No. Kogan Mobile uses One NZ and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) uses 2degrees.
Can I switch from Kogan 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 Kogan Mobile first.