# Skinny Mobile

> Mobile account management, top-ups, plan customization, and credit transfers. (iPhone/iPad app by Spark New Zealand Trading Limited.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skinny-mobile/id926099138 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [Spark New Zealand Trading Limited](https://appshunter.io/developer/703229759)
- Category: Utilities, Lifestyle
- Price: Free
- Rating: 4.40/5 from 188 App Store ratings · 247 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 13.0 · 14 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2014-10-21
- Data updated: 2026-08-22
- Monetization: free with in-app purchases
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skinny-mobile/id926099138/reviews.md

## What is Skinny Mobile?

The Skinny app makes it easy to manage your account – check your balance, top up, and customise your plan with Add-Ons when you’re on the go.

Do your thing better with the Skinny app:
1.	Top up using a voucher, your pre-registered card, or a new card.
2.	Check your balance and see if you’re running low on minutes, texts, or data.
3.	Get unlimited data for up to 12 hours with Data Binge – perfect for any online bingeing sessions.
4.	Manage your plan and Add-Ons ¬– check what plan you’re on and customise it with Add-Ons. You can even switch to a new plan if you want to mix it up.

There are heaps of other cool things that you can do on the app, like transferring credit to your mates, or gifting them with data or minutes. Download the app and start making the most of it.

The app is free, but just a heads up: You’ll use a little bit of data downloading it, so be savvy and hook into some Wi-Fi if you’re running low on data.

*****Handy tips for getting the app setup with your number*****

In the setup you’ll need to enter your mobile number in one of the following ways:
• You can enter your mobile number with the +64 at the front, but make sure you drop the first 0. For example +64 204 123 456
• You can enter your mobile number without the +64 at the front. In this case you keep the first 0. For example 0204 123 456

## Key features

- Check account balance
- Top up with voucher or card
- Unlimited Data Binge
- Customize plan with Add-Ons
- Transfer credit to friends
- Gift data or minutes

## What do users think of Skinny Mobile?

Overall sentiment: negative

**Pros**

- 💰 Affordable plans
- 📱 Easy to use app
- 🌐 Good network coverage
- 🤝 Helpful customer service

**Cons**

- 🐛 App crashes and freezes
- 📉 Poor data/credit management
- 🔌 Unreliable internet/broadband
- 🤖 Frustrating AI/chatbot support

**Commonly reported bugs**

- App fails to load or crashes frequently
- Inaccurate data/credit usage tracking
- Difficulties with plan activation and top-ups
- Overseas roaming issues and limitations

**Most requested features**

- Improve app stability and performance
- Provide better data/credit usage visibility
- Enhance customer service and support
- Expand rural network coverage

## Recent user reviews (10 of 247)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/skinny-mobile/id926099138/reviews.md

### 1/5 — What a scam!

*2026-08-16, version 2.22.0*

I paid for a $40 plan twice and didn’t get any data i tried communicating with someone from skinny but they said it passed to standard rates, this must me a joke because how could i possibly had spent $80 in less than 10 minutes the app shows that i topped up but apparently i have no credit. I’m really mad about this.

### 5/5 — Skinny Mobile

*2026-08-13, version 2.22.0*

Affordable for a disabled person like me, living with benefit is really tough…

### 3/5 — Warning features needed

*2026-07-31, version 2.22.0*

It would be helpful if they had some features to help you save your credit more or have warnings when you are using a lot of data or credit.

### 1/5 — Cant change debit card on iPhone

*2026-07-31, version 2.22.0*

The apps been broken for months on my iPhone, i have a new debit and everytime i try update it half the screen cuts off and i cant input the one time code. Is this going to be addressed or what?

### 1/5 — App

*2026-07-29, version 2.22.0*

App won’t let me log in, I will be changing providers for sure

### 5/5 — Great

*2026-07-28, version 2.22.0*

Great company to be with

### 1/5 — skinyn

*2026-07-25, version 2.22.0*

i REALLY re who is aoi

### 3/5 — Data usage

*2026-07-08, version 2.20.3*

I’m over seas. And the data option is just pathetic 
I’ll look for another phone company when I get back
1 g of data will be gone in a day. Last time I had no phone for 3 days

### 1/5 — PSA: DATA BINGE DOESN'T HOTSPOT

*2026-07-05, version 2.20.3*

Wi-Fi went out in the storm, I buy a Data Binge to continue watching show on my iPad. This doesn't work 🤬

Also, the AI stuff is cringe.

### 4/5 — Roaming limitations

*2026-07-01, version 2.20.3*

It would be great if Skinny expanded overseas roaming to lots more countries. Why not include all those covered in Spark plans?

## Frequently asked questions about Skinny Mobile

### What can I do with the Skinny app?

The app allows you to manage your mobile account easily. You can check your balance, top up your account using vouchers or cards, and customize your plan with various add-ons. It also offers features like 'Data Binge' for unlimited data and the ability to transfer credit or gift data to friends.

### How do I top up my account using the app?

You can top up your account in the app using a voucher, a pre-registered card, or by entering a new card's details. This ensures you can easily add funds to your account whenever you need to.

### Is the Skinny app free to download and use?

Yes, the app itself is free to download and use. However, be aware that downloading the app will use a small amount of your mobile data. It's recommended to connect to Wi-Fi if you are low on data.

### How do I set up my mobile number in the app?

When setting up your account, you can enter your mobile number in two ways: with the country code (+64) and dropping the first '0' (e.g., +64 204 123 456), or without the country code but keeping the first '0' (e.g., 0204 123 456).

### What is 'Data Binge'?

'Data Binge' is a feature within the app that provides unlimited data for up to 12 hours. It's designed for users who need a significant amount of data for extended online activities like streaming or gaming.

## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.22.0 — 2026-07-19

- Small app improvements and bug-fixes

### 2.20.3 — 2026-06-21

- Small app improvements and bug-fixes

### 2.20.2 — 2026-06-04

- Small app improvements and bug-fixes
- Temporarily disabling Online EFTPOS top-up option

### 2.20.0 — 2026-05-20

- Small app improvements and bug-fixes

### 2.19.15 — 2026-05-18

- Small app improvements and bug-fixes

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