Skinny vs Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)
Skinny wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. Skinny has the cheaper entry-level plan. Skinny has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Skinny uses the Spark network and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) uses 2degrees, so check coverage where you live and work.
Prices checked 12 October 2026
| Feature | Skinny | Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Spark | 2degrees |
| Plans listed | 12 | 2 |
| Cheapest plan (per month) | $8.69 | $39.54 |
| Cheapest unlimited | $81.47 | $68.00 |
| Best SmartScore | 10.0 | 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
- SkinnyBetter value
- $13 Plan (1GB Rollover Data)1GB/28 days · $14.12/mo · 9.5/10
- Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)
- No plan in this range
Only Skinny has a plan in this range: $13 Plan (1GB Rollover Data) (1GB/28 days, $14.12/mo).
Everyday use
5GB to 40GB: streaming music, social and some video
- SkinnyBetter value
- $40 Endless Data10GB/28 days + endless · $43.45/mo · 8.4/10
- Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)
- Choice5GB/mo + endless · $39.54/mo · 3.5/10
Skinny's $40 Endless Data (10GB/28 days + endless, $43.45/mo) costs more than Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice (5GB/mo + endless, $39.54/mo), but scores higher (8.4 vs 3.5) for what you get.
Heavy use
40GB+ or unlimited: lots of video, hotspotting
- Skinny
- $75 Unlimited DataUnlimited · $81.47/mo · 7.3/10
- Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)Better value
- Choice AsUnlimited · $68/mo · 9.3/10
Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice As (Unlimited, $68/mo) costs less than Skinny's $75 Unlimited Data (Unlimited, $81.47/mo) and scores higher.
Choose Skinny if…
- You want the better plan for light and everyday use
- You want the cheapest way in (from $8.69/mo)
- You want prepay, with no bill or credit check
- You want unused data to roll over
- You want to pay once for the whole year
- Spark 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
- 2degrees coverage is better where you live
Every Skinny and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) plan
| Plan | Calls | ? | ? | Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4GB/28 daysRollover | Unlimited | $24.73/moPaid as $296 once a year | 10.0/10 | View deal | |
| 1GB/28 daysRollover | Unlimited | $14.12/moPaid as $13 every 28 days | 9.5/10 | View deal | |
| 2GB/28 daysRollover | Unlimited | $18.47/moPaid as $17 every 28 days | 9.5/10 | View deal | |
| 3GB/28 daysRollover | Unlimited | $23.90/moPaid as $22 every 28 days | 9.5/10 | View deal | |
Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)Choice As | Unlimited | Unlimited | $68/moPaid monthly | 9.3/10 | View deal |
Skinny$40 Endless Data | 10GB/28 days + endless | Unlimited | $43.45/moPaid as $40 every 28 days | 8.4/10 | View deal |
| 10GB/28 days + endless | Unlimited | $36.68/moPaid as $439 once a year | 8.3/10 | View deal | |
Skinny$8 Plan (250MB Data) | 250MB/28 days | 100 mins | $8.69/moPaid as $8 every 28 days | 8.0/10 | View deal |
| 4GB/28 daysRollover | Unlimited | $29.33/moPaid as $27 every 28 days | 7.8/10 | View deal | |
Skinny$75 Unlimited Data | Unlimited | Unlimited | $81.47/moPaid as $75 every 28 days | 7.3/10 | View deal |
| 500MB/week≈ 2.2GB/mo | 60 mins | $21.73/moPaid as $5 every week | 6.2/10 | View deal | |
Skinny$50 Endless Data | 40GB/28 days + endless | Unlimited | $54.32/moPaid as $50 every 28 days | 5.7/10 | View deal |
Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)Choice | 5GB/mo + endless | Unlimited | $39.54/moPaid monthly | 3.5/10 | View deal |
Skinny$20 Endless Data (7-day) | 25GB/week + endless≈ 109GB/mo | Unlimited | $86.90/moPaid as $20 every week | 3.3/10 | View deal |
Frequently asked questions
Which is better, Skinny or Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)?
Skinny wins 2 of 3 usage types on value. Skinny has the cheaper entry-level plan. Skinny has the highest-scoring plan for value and features. Skinny uses the Spark network and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) uses 2degrees, so check coverage where you live and work. Light use: Only Skinny has a plan in this range: $13 Plan (1GB Rollover Data) (1GB/28 days, $14.12/mo). Everyday use: Skinny's $40 Endless Data (10GB/28 days + endless, $43.45/mo) costs more than Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice (5GB/mo + endless, $39.54/mo), but scores higher (8.4 vs 3.5) for what you get. Heavy use: Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)'s Choice As (Unlimited, $68/mo) costs less than Skinny's $75 Unlimited Data (Unlimited, $81.47/mo) and scores higher.
Is Skinny or Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) cheaper?
Skinny’s cheapest plan is $8 Plan (250MB Data) (250MB/28 days) at $8.69 a month. Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi)’s cheapest is Choice (5GB/mo + endless) at $39.54 a month.
Do Skinny and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) use the same network?
No. Skinny uses Spark and Kiwi Mobile (Electric Kiwi) uses 2degrees.
Can I switch from Skinny 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 Skinny first.