Spark Network Coverage

Spark Network Coverage

M2M One NZ SIM cards operate on Spark's Mobile network across New Zealand.

Spark has an online coverage tool (https://www.spark.co.nz/coverage) that allows you to check coverage at an address or explore nationwide.

You can select/browse different network technologies. Options include 3G, 4G, 5G, Cat-M1, and LoRaWAN.

5G Coverage


4G Coverage


LTE Cat-M1 Coverage


3G Coverage



Coverage Notes:
  1. The map  indicates where Spark estimate network coverage is available. Your experience may vary from the coverage shown depending on mobile capability, how it is used, and the local environment
  2. Like any other mobile network, mobile coverage depends in part on where you are and what particular device you are using. To get the best out of mobile coverage in regional areas, it is recommended that you adopt an external antenna to increase the signal strength and coverage.

Operating Frequencies:

Check out our article on Spark operating frequencies here.


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