Rocket Mobile vs Nova Energy mobile
Neither wins outright: it depends on how much data you use. Rocket Mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. Rocket Mobile has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Rocket 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 | Rocket Mobile | Nova Energy mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Network | One NZ | 2degrees |
| Plans listed | 4 | 4 |
| Cheapest plan (per month) | $30.00 | $39.00 |
| Cheapest unlimited | $30.00 | None |
| Best SmartScore | 9.3 | 6.2 |
| Prepay plans | Yes | No |
| Pay monthly plans | No | Yes |
| eSIM | 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
- Nova Energy mobile
- No plan in this range
Everyday use
5GB to 40GB: streaming music, social and some video
- Rocket Mobile
- No plan in this range
- Nova Energy mobileBetter value
- Endless Mobile 10GB10GB/mo + endless · $49/mo · 6.2/10
Only Nova Energy mobile has a plan in this range: Endless Mobile 10GB (10GB/mo + endless, $49/mo).
Heavy use
40GB+ or unlimited: lots of video, hotspotting
- Rocket MobileBetter value
- RocketUnlimited (10Mbps) · $40/mo · 9.3/10
- Nova Energy mobile
- Endless Mobile 40GB40GB/mo + endless · $69/mo · 2.8/10
Rocket Mobile's Rocket (Unlimited (10Mbps), $40/mo) costs less than Nova Energy mobile's Endless Mobile 40GB (40GB/mo + endless, $69/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 Nova Energy mobile 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 Nova Energy mobile 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 |
Rocket MobileRocket Max | Unlimited | Unlimited | $75/moPaid monthlyPromo $65 | 8.3/10 | 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 |
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, Rocket Mobile or Nova Energy mobile?
Neither wins outright: it depends on how much data you use. Rocket Mobile has the cheaper entry-level plan. Rocket Mobile has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Rocket Mobile uses the One NZ network and Nova Energy mobile uses 2degrees, so check coverage where you live and work. Everyday use: Only Nova Energy mobile has a plan in this range: Endless Mobile 10GB (10GB/mo + endless, $49/mo). Heavy use: Rocket Mobile's Rocket (Unlimited (10Mbps), $40/mo) costs less than Nova Energy mobile's Endless Mobile 40GB (40GB/mo + endless, $69/mo) and scores higher.
Is Rocket Mobile or Nova Energy mobile cheaper?
Rocket Mobile’s cheapest plan is Rocket Starter (Unlimited (2Mbps)) at $30.00 a month. Nova Energy mobile’s cheapest is Endless Mobile 5GB (5GB/mo + endless) at $39.00 a month.
Do Rocket Mobile and Nova Energy mobile use the same network?
No. Rocket Mobile uses One NZ and Nova Energy mobile uses 2degrees.
Can I switch from Rocket 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 Rocket Mobile first.