Skinny vs Rocket Mobile
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 Rocket Mobile uses One NZ, so check coverage where you live and work.
Prices checked 12 October 2026
| Feature | Skinny | Rocket Mobile |
|---|---|---|
| Network | Spark | One NZ |
| Plans listed | 12 | 4 |
| Cheapest plan (per month) | $8.69 | $30.00 |
| Cheapest unlimited | $81.47 | $30.00 |
| Best SmartScore | 10.0 | 9.3 |
| Prepay plans | Yes | Yes |
| Pay monthly plans | No | No |
| 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
- Rocket Mobile
- 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
- Rocket Mobile
- No plan in this range
Only Skinny has a plan in this range: $40 Endless Data (10GB/28 days + endless, $43.45/mo).
Heavy use
40GB+ or unlimited: lots of video, hotspotting
- Skinny
- $75 Unlimited DataUnlimited · $81.47/mo · 7.3/10
- Rocket MobileBetter value
- RocketUnlimited (10Mbps) · $40/mo · 9.3/10
Rocket Mobile's Rocket (Unlimited (10Mbps), $40/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 unused data to roll over
- You want data that slows down instead of running out
- You want to pay once for the whole year
- Spark coverage is better where you live
Choose Rocket Mobile if…
- You want the better plan for heavy use
- One NZ coverage is better where you live
Every Skinny and Rocket Mobile 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 | |
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 |
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 | |
Rocket MobileRocket Max | Unlimited | Unlimited | $75/moPaid monthlyPromo $65 | 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 |
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 Rocket Mobile?
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 Rocket Mobile uses One NZ, 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: Only Skinny has a plan in this range: $40 Endless Data (10GB/28 days + endless, $43.45/mo). Heavy use: Rocket Mobile's Rocket (Unlimited (10Mbps), $40/mo) costs less than Skinny's $75 Unlimited Data (Unlimited, $81.47/mo) and scores higher.
Is Skinny or Rocket Mobile cheaper?
Skinny’s cheapest plan is $8 Plan (250MB Data) (250MB/28 days) at $8.69 a month. Rocket Mobile’s cheapest is Rocket Starter (Unlimited (2Mbps)) at $30.00 a month.
Do Skinny and Rocket Mobile use the same network?
No. Skinny uses Spark and Rocket Mobile uses One NZ.
Can I switch from Skinny to Rocket Mobile and keep my number?
Yes. Sign up with Rocket Mobile and ask to transfer your number. They’ll handle the switch, and you don’t need to cancel with Skinny first.