Kogan Mobile vs Nova Energy mobile
Kogan Mobile wins all 3 usage types on value. Kogan Mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. Kogan Mobile has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Kogan Mobile uses the One NZ network and Nova Energy mobile uses 2degrees, so check coverage where you live and work.
Prices checked 12 October 2026
| Feature | Kogan Mobile | Nova Energy mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Network | One NZ | 2degrees |
| Plans listed | 7 | 4 |
| Cheapest plan (per month) | $17.00 | $39.00 |
| Cheapest unlimited | None | None |
| Best SmartScore | 8.3 | 6.2 |
| Prepay plans | Yes | No |
| Pay monthly plans | No | Yes |
| eSIM | No | – |
| 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
- Nova Energy 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 MobileBetter value
- Bigger Monthly Prepay15GB/mo · $40/mo · 8.3/10
- Nova Energy mobile
- Endless Mobile 10GB10GB/mo + endless · $49/mo · 6.2/10
Kogan Mobile's Bigger Monthly Prepay (15GB/mo, $40/mo) costs less than Nova Energy mobile's Endless Mobile 10GB (10GB/mo + endless, $49/mo) and scores higher.
Heavy use
40GB+ or unlimited: lots of video, hotspotting
- Kogan MobileBetter value
- Biggest Monthly Prepay60GB/mo · $60/mo · 3.3/10
- Nova Energy mobile
- Endless Mobile 40GB40GB/mo + endless · $69/mo · 2.8/10
Kogan Mobile's Biggest Monthly Prepay (60GB/mo, $60/mo) costs less than Nova Energy mobile's Endless Mobile 40GB (40GB/mo + endless, $69/mo) and scores higher.
Choose Kogan Mobile if…
- You want the better plan for light, everyday and heavy 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 Nova Energy mobile if…
- You prefer a monthly bill
- You want data that slows down instead of running out
- 2degrees coverage is better where you live
Every Kogan Mobile and Nova Energy mobile plan
| Plan | Calls | ? | ? | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 |
Nova Energy mobileEndless Mobile 10GB | 10GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $49/moPaid monthly | 6.2/10 | View deal |
Nova Energy mobileEndless Mobile 20GB | 20GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $59/moPaid monthly | 4.1/10 | 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 |
Nova Energy mobileEndless Mobile 5GB | 5GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $39/moPaid monthly | 3.2/10 | View deal |
Nova Energy mobileEndless Mobile 40GB | 40GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $69/moPaid monthly | 2.8/10 | View deal |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Kogan Mobile or Nova Energy mobile?
Kogan Mobile wins all 3 usage types on value. Kogan Mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. Kogan Mobile has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Kogan Mobile uses the One NZ network and Nova Energy mobile 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 less than Nova Energy mobile's Endless Mobile 10GB (10GB/mo + endless, $49/mo) and scores higher. Heavy use: Kogan Mobile's Biggest Monthly Prepay (60GB/mo, $60/mo) costs less than Nova Energy mobile's Endless Mobile 40GB (40GB/mo + endless, $69/mo) and scores higher.
Is Kogan Mobile or Nova Energy mobile cheaper?
Kogan Mobile’s cheapest plan is Standard Monthly Prepay (2GB/mo) at $17.00 a month. Nova Energy mobile’s cheapest is Endless Mobile 5GB (5GB/mo + endless) at $39.00 a month.
Do Kogan Mobile and Nova Energy mobile use the same network?
No. Kogan Mobile uses One NZ and Nova Energy mobile uses 2degrees.
Can I switch from Kogan Mobile to Nova Energy mobile and keep my number?
Yes. Sign up with Nova Energy mobile and ask to transfer your number. They’ll handle the switch, and you don’t need to cancel with Kogan Mobile first.