Rocket Mobile vs Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)
Neither wins outright: it depends on how much data you use. Rocket Mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. Rocket 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 | Rocket Mobile | Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) |
|---|---|---|
| Network | One NZ | 2degrees |
| Plans listed | 4 | 2 |
| Cheapest plan (per month) | $30.00 | $39.54 |
| Cheapest unlimited | $30.00 | $68.00 |
| Best SmartScore | 9.3 | 9.3 |
| Prepay plans | Yes | No |
| Pay monthly plans | No | Yes |
| eSIM | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| WiFi calling | Yes | Yes |
Which should you choose?
Light use
Under 5GB: messaging, maps, a bit of social
- Rocket Mobile
- No plan in this range
- Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)
- No plan in this range
Everyday use
5GB to 40GB: streaming music, social and some video
- Rocket Mobile
- No plan in this range
- Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)Better value
- Choice5GB/mo + endless · $39.54/mo · 3.5/10
Only Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) has a plan in this range: Choice (5GB/mo + endless, $39.54/mo).
Heavy use
40GB+ or unlimited: lots of video, hotspotting
- Rocket MobileBetter value
- RocketUnlimited (10Mbps) · $40/mo · 9.3/10
- Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)
- Choice AsUnlimited · $68/mo · 9.3/10
Rocket Mobile's Rocket (Unlimited (10Mbps), $40/mo) costs less than Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice As (Unlimited, $68/mo) and scores higher.
Choose Rocket Mobile if…
- You want the better plan for heavy use
- You want the cheapest way in (from $30/mo)
- You want prepay, with no bill or credit check
- One NZ coverage is better where you live
Choose Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) if…
- You want the better plan for everyday use
- You prefer a monthly bill
- You want data that slows down instead of running out
- 2degrees coverage is better where you live
Every Rocket Mobile and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) plan
| Plan | Calls | ? | ? | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Rocket MobileRocket Starter | Unlimited (2Mbps) | Unlimited | $30/moPaid monthly | 9.3/10 | View deal |
Rocket MobileRocket | Unlimited (10Mbps) | Unlimited | $40/moPaid monthlyPromo $30 | 9.3/10 | View deal |
Rocket MobileRocket Plus | Unlimited (40Mbps) | Unlimited | $45/moPaid monthlyPromo $35 | 9.3/10 | View deal |
Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)Choice As | Unlimited | Unlimited | $68/moPaid monthly | 9.3/10 | View deal |
Rocket MobileRocket Max | Unlimited | Unlimited | $75/moPaid monthlyPromo $65 | 8.3/10 | View deal |
Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)Choice | 5GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $39.54/moPaid monthly | 3.5/10 | View deal |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Rocket Mobile or Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)?
Neither wins outright: it depends on how much data you use. Rocket Mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. Rocket Mobile uses the One NZ network and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) uses 2degrees, so check coverage where you live and work. Everyday use: Only Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) has a plan in this range: Choice (5GB/mo + endless, $39.54/mo). Heavy use: Rocket Mobile's Rocket (Unlimited (10Mbps), $40/mo) costs less than Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice As (Unlimited, $68/mo) and scores higher.
Is Rocket Mobile or Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) cheaper?
Rocket Mobile’s cheapest plan is Rocket Starter (Unlimited (2Mbps)) at $30.00 a month. Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)’s cheapest is Choice (5GB/mo + endless) at $39.54 a month.
Do Rocket Mobile and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) use the same network?
No. Rocket Mobile uses One NZ and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) uses 2degrees.
Can I switch from Rocket 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 Rocket Mobile first.