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Capped vs Unlimited Data Plans Explained

Rocket Mobile Capped Data Plans

Capped vs Unlimited Data Plans, Explained

Would you rather go to an all-you-can-eat buffet, or choose from an a la carte menu?
Since we launched, Rocket Mobile has been all about pushing the benefits of unlimited mobile data, and the freedom that comes with it.
But what if you don’t actually need to use a lot of data? Or you simply don’t want to spend more than twenty bucks a month on your phone plan?

What are capped plans?

Capped plans give you a set amount of data per month for a set price – what you see is what you get. Unlike our unlimited lineup, our capped plans give you just enough data for your needs, so you can pay less if you use less.
Usually the cheaper capped plans on the market limit your minutes. Our capped plans still come with unlimited calls and SMS messages to NZ and Australia, so you can carry on enjoying unlimited connectivity with friends and family.
Like all our other plans, you’ll also have free voicemail access, and no sneaky stuff like 28 day billing and card surcharges, or long contracts and credit checks.

Double Data Deal

For a limited time only, grab our $17 capped plan and get 3GB of data for the first 12 months, followed by 1.5GB. We’ve made our double data deal better than other providers’, by making it last for a full 12 months instead of just a couple of billing cycles.
Don’t forget, our plans last a full month instead of just 28 days, so make sure you’re comparing apples with apples when you’re looking at different plans.

Which type of plan is right for me?

If you’re usually on wifi at home, at school or at work, a capped plan might give you just enough max speed data to keep you connected while you’re out and about. With our cheapest capped plan priced at under $20 a month, it’s a great way to save for those who are budget-conscious.
Paying for your child’s plan? Our $17 capped plan is an economical option for limiting their data usage, while unlimited minutes and SMS messages mean they can still always call or text you when they need to. If you’d rather they never run out of data, try Rocket Starter, with up to 2Mbps of unlimited mobile data.
If you’re always on the go, streaming videos on your commute, and constantly running out of data on a capped plan, then you’re probably better off on an unlimited plan.

How can I know how much data I might need?

Here’s a handy guide to how much data different apps might use.
YouTube:
  • SD: 0.3 GB to 0.7 GB per hour
  • HD (720p to 1080p): 1.5 GB to 3 GB per hour
  • 4K: Up to 7 GB per hour
Spotify:
  • Data usage: 0.5 MB to 2 MB per minute
  • Hourly usage: Up to 150 MB at highest quality

Live streaming:

  • SD: 0.5 GB to 1.5 GB per hour
  • HD: 2-3 GB per hour
  • 4K: 7-8 GB per hour

What if I run out of data?

There might be the odd occasion where you suddenly need a bit more than the data amount in your capped plan. Maybe you’re on a trip, or your wifi randomly stopped working.

If you’re on a capped plan, we’ve built our max speed data add-ons to tide you over until your next bill. However, if you find that you keep running out every month, you should consider switching to an unlimited plan, so you never have to worry about running out again.

What if I need more payment flexibility?

If you budget by the week, we even have both capped and unlimited data plans that bill weekly instead of monthly, so you can have even more control on when you pay.
If you’ve been thinking about switching to Rocket Mobile, but hesitated because you didn’t want to spend more than $20 a month, or pay for data you might not use on an unlimited plan, check out our capped plans now to see if one’s right for you.

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How To Pick the Best Mobile Plans for your Family

Rocket Mobile Family Plans

How to pick the best mobile plans for your family

It’s hard enough juggling regular family life, without also spending tons of time researching every mobile provider to find the best deal for your whānau.
Luckily we’ve chipped in with this chore, so you can be sure you’re getting the best family mobile plans possible, while keeping your crew connected.

Family plan group discounts

Whether you have two or five in your household, you can save with our group plans. Just make sure there are at least two eligible plans in the group, and you’re good to go.

Pick & mix your plans

Our group discounts lets you choose different plans for different family members, so you can splurge on faster data for you, while saving on the ones for your kids – especially important if you’re still footing their phone bill.

Plans for you

We have a whole other article on picking the right plan speed, but in short, what do you usually do with your device when you’re out and about? Happy just listening to your favourite podcasts while commuting on the train? Or are you delving into super data-heavy tasks?

Either way, our multi-max offer is unbeatable in value. Enjoy max speed unlimited data for only $50 a month, saving $20 per plan per month compared to the non-group discounted price of Rocket Max. Just make sure you’re in a group with at least one other eligible plan to save.

Plans for your kids

Settled for the cheapest plan possible on another provider for your child, only to get frustrated when they chew up all the data in a day, and end up begging you for a top up before the next bill?

A great choice for first phones is Rocket Starter. For only $1 per day, your child will have unlimited data at up to 2Mbps max speed. That means you’ll always be able to reach them on Whatsapp or Messenger, and use location sharing if needed. Just remember Starter isn’t included in our Group discounts, so you’ll need your partner or another child on Rocket, Plus or Max to become eligible.

For older kids, a faster plan like Rocket or Plus is perfect for doing it all, while still being affordable compared to other providers’ similarly priced capped plans. They can even have their own account and payment card loaded, so they’re responsible for their own phone bill, while everyone shares the benefits of group discounts within the family.

You don’t have to live in the same household to enjoy group benefits, so even if they’ve flown the coop to go off to uni, you can still stay in the same group to grab a discount.

Ready to pick your plans? Click here.

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Group Plans

Rocket Mobile Group Plans Explained

Whether you call it a group plan, family plan or companion plan, they’re all ways mobile providers encourage you to have more than one connection. Whether you get into a group with your family, friends, flatmates or frenemies, you can benefit from Rocket Mobile group discounts.
Read on to find out how Rocket Mobile group plans work, and how we’re different to other providers.

Who gets a group discount?

If you’re in a group and there are two or more active Rocket, Plus or Max plans, everyone on those eligible plans will get a discount, not just the companion plans. There are big savings to be had, so it pays to create or join a group if you can.

Group plans with no sneaky stuff

At Rocket Mobile, we’re all about doing things differently, and that of course includes group plans. Here’s how we’ve made it easier to enjoy group discounts, compared to other providers.

Group leaders aren’t forced to pay full price

We don’t force the group leader to pay full price while only the companion plans get the discount, forcing leaders to awkwardly ask for money back to even things out. We reckon it’s the fairest way to keep your fleet going.

Pick & mix the plans to suit

We get it, different strokes for different folks. Just because Rockey wants a max speed plan to make the most of his shiny 5G phone, doesn’t mean Rosey has to pay for the top tier one too when she’s perfectly happy with Rocket. Group members can be on different priced plans and still get a discount, as long as there are 2+ eligible plans in the group.

No need to call or go into store

We Kiwis love to DIY, and that’s why we’ve made it easy to form, join and add plans to your group, all by yourself. Some providers force you to call them and most likely wait on hold for ages, or schlep to a store, to get their group discounts. All you need to do to form or join a Rocket Mobile group is login to your MyAccount or app, and go into the Mobile Groups section of My Rocket.

No credit checks

Since all our plans are pay upfront (i.e. prepay), you don’t need to pass a credit check to sign up, activate, and start enjoying your group discount.

eSIM ready

We make it fast to get your unlimited data fix with eSIM. All our plans can be activated in minutes right after you sign up online, so you don’t have to wait days for a physical SIM to be delivered. It’s also easy to have multiple SIMs in your phone so you can switch between your personal and work plans. You can even use Rocket Mobile as your dedicated data-only SIM, while keeping your other SIM for voice and SMS.

Bye-bye bundle requirements

Certain multisaver promos look great on the surface, until you realise you have to buy power and/or internet with the same provider to qualify for the discount. At Rocket Mobile, you’ll save even when you only have your mobile plan with us.

You’re in control

Put multiple connections within your own account into a group, or buddy up with friends who have their own accounts. Everyone keeps their separate payment method, billing date and plan allowances, while enjoying the group discount.

Setting up a group

Simply go into the Mobile Groups section of your MyAccount or app (under My Rocket), and start inviting other Rocket Mobile connections to your group by entering their phone number. Your group will be formed after the first person you invite accepts your invitation.
Make sure you tell them you’ve invited them, and that they’ve accepted to form the group before your next bill, so you get the discount ASAP.
Any Rocket Mobile connection can be in a group, however group discounts will only be applied if there are two or more eligible plans in the group.

So what are you waiting for? Grab your buddies and start saving with a group plan today.

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Rocket Mobile Capped Plan Overview

Your Capped Rocket Mobile plan is bundled with value, including a set amount of max speed data, plus unlimited talk and text to NZ and Aus. There are also optional extras based on how you want to connect which are outlined here:
What is it How much Do I have any other options
Voicemail Calls to voicemail are FREE Go for gold. And with unlimited talk and text on our plans, you can carry on connecting without worry.
MMS PXT Not available If you are a serial PXTer you are better to send your messages via a messaging app like WhatsApp or Messenger instead.
International calls & texts $10 for 250 calling minutes and 50 SMS messages to use within 30 days with our International Add-on You can also use an app like WhatsApp or Messenger to contact friends overseas while connected to WiFi or mobile data. If you're on Pay Monthly, if you call or SMS overseas outside of the International Add-on, you'll be charged per minute or per SMS at rates specific to that location.
Roaming For just $9 a day you can use your NZ data, minutes and SMS in our Daily Roaming destinations. Our Daily Roaming Add-on is a pretty choice option. Otherwise you can stay connected via WiFi or a local SIM when you're travelling.
Premium rate numbers Calls/SMS messages to premium rate numbers (e.g. reply "yes" messages that are subject to additional charges) aren't available on our Pay Upfront plans. To maintain our everyday low prices and remove bill surprises, our Pay Upfront plans don’t allow premium SMS or calls. That might mean for example that you need to call your dentist to confirm that appointment instead of replying by SMS

Other things to keep in mind:

  • Unlimited talk and TXTs are for standard person-to-person calls to standard NZ and Aus numbers.
  • Your Rocket Mobile mobile plan is for personal mobile use only.
  • For all out of bundle charges:
  • ● If you’re a Pay Monthly customer (joined before we rebranded), click here
  • ● If you’re a Pay Upfront customer (joined as Rocket Mobile), click here

Rocket Mobile Unlimited Plan Overview

Your unlimited Rocket Mobile plan is bundled with value, including unlimited mobile data at the speed you need, plus unlimited talk and text to NZ and Aus. There are also optional extras based on how you want to connect which are outlined here:

What is it How much Do I have any other options
Voicemail Calls to voicemail are FREE Go for gold. And with unlimited talk and text on our plans, you can carry on connecting without worry.
MMS PXT 10 free MMS/PXT per month to NZ mobiles then no more can be sent. If you are a serial PXTer you are better to send your messages via a messaging app like WhatsApp or Messenger instead, using your unlimited data.
International calls & texts $10 for 250 calling minutes and 50 SMS messages to use within 30 days with our International Add-on You can also use an app like WhatsApp or Messenger to contact friends overseas while connected to WiFi or mobile data. If you're on Pay Monthly, if you call or SMS overseas outside of the International Add-on, you'll be charged per minute or per SMS at rates specific to that location.
Roaming For just $9 a day you can use your NZ non-stop data, minutes and SMS in our Daily Roaming destinations. Our Daily Roaming Add-on is a pretty choice option. Otherwise you can stay connected via WiFi or a local SIM when you're travelling.
Premium rate numbers Calls/SMS messages to premium rate numbers (e.g. reply "yes" messages that are subject to additional charges) aren't available on our Pay Upfront plans. To maintain our everyday low prices and remove bill surprises, our Pay Upfront plans don’t allow premium SMS or calls. That might mean for example that you need to call your dentist to confirm that appointment instead of replying by SMS

Other things to keep in mind:

  • Unlimited talk and TXTs are for standard person-to-person calls to standard NZ and Aus numbers.
  • Your Rocket Mobile mobile plan is for personal mobile use only.
  • For all out of bundle charges:
  • ● If you’re a Pay Monthly customer (joined before we rebranded), click here
  • ● If you’re a Pay Upfront customer (joined as Rocket Mobile), click here