One NZ vs Nova Energy mobile
One NZ wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. One NZ has the cheaper entry-level plan. One NZ has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. One NZ 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 | One NZ | Nova Energy mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Network | One NZ | 2degrees |
| Plans listed | 11 | 4 |
| Cheapest plan (per month) | $10.00 | $39.00 |
| Cheapest unlimited | $88.00 | None |
| Best SmartScore | 7.4 | 6.2 |
| Prepay plans | Yes | No |
| Pay monthly plans | Yes | Yes |
| eSIM | Yes | – |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi calling | Yes | Yes |
Which should you choose?
Light use
Under 5GB: messaging, maps, a bit of social
- One NZBetter value
- Rollover Large3GB/mo · $30/mo · 7.4/10
- Nova Energy mobile
- No plan in this range
Only One NZ has a plan in this range: Rollover Large (3GB/mo, $30/mo).
Everyday use
5GB to 40GB: streaming music, social and some video
- One NZ
- Endless Starter6GB/mo + endless · $50/mo · 6.1/10
- Nova Energy mobileBetter value
- Endless Mobile 10GB10GB/mo + endless · $49/mo · 6.2/10
Nova Energy mobile's Endless Mobile 10GB (10GB/mo + endless, $49/mo) costs less than One NZ's Endless Starter (6GB/mo + endless, $50/mo) and scores higher.
Heavy use
40GB+ or unlimited: lots of video, hotspotting
- One NZBetter value
- Unlimited PrepayUnlimited · $88/mo · 6.4/10
- Nova Energy mobile
- Endless Mobile 40GB40GB/mo + endless · $69/mo · 2.8/10
One NZ's Unlimited Prepay (Unlimited, $88/mo) costs more than Nova Energy mobile's Endless Mobile 40GB (40GB/mo + endless, $69/mo), but scores higher (6.4 vs 2.8) for what you get.
Choose One NZ if…
- You want the better plan for light and heavy use
- You want the cheapest way in (from $10/mo)
- You want prepay, with no bill or credit check
- You want unused data to roll over
- One NZ coverage is better where you live
Choose Nova Energy mobile if…
- You want the better plan for everyday use
- 2degrees coverage is better where you live
Every One NZ and Nova Energy mobile plan
| Plan | Calls | ? | ? | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
One NZRollover Large | 3GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $30/moPaid monthly | 7.4/10 | View deal |
One NZRollover Small | 1GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $18/moPaid monthly | 7.3/10 | View deal |
One NZStarter Prepay | 250MB/mo | 100 mins | $10/moPaid monthly | 7.0/10 | View deal |
One NZUnlimited Prepay | Unlimited | Unlimited | $88/moPaid monthly | 6.4/10 | View deal |
One NZOne Plan | Unlimited | Unlimited | $88/moPaid monthly | 6.4/10 | View deal |
Nova Energy mobileEndless Mobile 10GB | 10GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $49/moPaid monthly | 6.2/10 | View deal |
One NZEndless Starter | 6GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $50/moPaid monthly | 6.1/10 | View deal |
One NZEndless Starter | 6GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $50/moPaid monthly | 6.1/10 | View deal |
One NZRollover Medium | 2GB/moRollover | Unlimited | $23/moPaid monthly | 5.6/10 | View deal |
Nova Energy mobileEndless Mobile 20GB | 20GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $59/moPaid monthly | 4.1/10 | View deal |
One NZLite Plan | 3GB/mo | Unlimited | $40/moPaid monthly | 3.3/10 | View deal |
One NZEndless Plus | 50GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $73/moPaid monthly | 3.3/10 | View deal |
One NZEndless Plus | 50GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $73/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, One NZ or Nova Energy mobile?
One NZ wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. One NZ has the cheaper entry-level plan. One NZ has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. One NZ uses the One NZ network and Nova Energy mobile uses 2degrees, so check coverage where you live and work. Light use: Only One NZ has a plan in this range: Rollover Large (3GB/mo, $30/mo). Everyday use: Nova Energy mobile's Endless Mobile 10GB (10GB/mo + endless, $49/mo) costs less than One NZ's Endless Starter (6GB/mo + endless, $50/mo) and scores higher. Heavy use: One NZ's Unlimited Prepay (Unlimited, $88/mo) costs more than Nova Energy mobile's Endless Mobile 40GB (40GB/mo + endless, $69/mo), but scores higher (6.4 vs 2.8) for what you get.
Is One NZ or Nova Energy mobile cheaper?
One NZ’s cheapest plan is Starter Prepay (250MB/mo) at $10.00 a month. Nova Energy mobile’s cheapest is Endless Mobile 5GB (5GB/mo + endless) at $39.00 a month.
Do One NZ and Nova Energy mobile use the same network?
No. One NZ uses One NZ and Nova Energy mobile uses 2degrees.
Can I switch from One NZ 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 One NZ first.