Remember the
Paper Cup Phone?
We Made It Real.
Give your kids a real phone with complete parent control. No screens, no apps, just safe calling.
No credit card required. We'll email you when we launch.
Give your kids a real phone with complete parent control. No screens, no apps, just safe calling.
No credit card required. We'll email you when we launch.
Social media, games, and endless distractions. Is this really what childhood should look like?
Cyberbullying, inappropriate content, and stranger danger online. You can't monitor everything.
You want connection, not a portal to the entire internet. They're just kids.
"They want to ring their friends after school. They shouldn't need to borrow my smartphone to do that."
— Parents ready for a better solution
Remember the paper cup phone from your childhood? We made it real – with all the safety features you need.
You choose exactly who your kids can call. No surprises.
Homework time, bedtime, school hours – you're in control.
111 in NZ is always available, regardless of restrictions. Safety first.
It's just a phone. That's the whole point.
Parent app shows who called when. Full transparency.
A real phone that's different from everyone else's smartphone.
Kids with Papercup phones can call each other for free. Create a safe network of approved friends they can chat with anytime – just like the old paper cup phones, but real. Parents love it. Kids love it even more.
No complicated setup. No tech headaches. Just four easy steps to connection.
Pick from our selection of phones, or bring your own! The one-off cost includes our adapter that connects most phones (must support DTMF).
Connect the phone to your home router via ethernet cable. Uses your internet connection for calling—no phone line needed!
Manage approved contacts and settings via our simple parent app. Easy peasy.
Kids call approved contacts. Free calling to other Papercup phones. Connection without screens!
The phone plugs directly into your home router using an ethernet cable (included). Just like connecting a computer, but for phone calls.
Voice over Internet Protocol (VoIP) sends voice calls through your internet connection. Same technology businesses use—reliable and crystal clear.
Don't need a landline subscription. Your existing home internet is all you need. One less bill to worry about!
The phone ONLY makes voice calls. No browsing, no apps, no YouTube. Kids can't access the internet even though it's connected to your router.
Think of it as your old home phone, but smarter. Pick up, dial, talk. That's it. The magic happens behind the scenes with parent controls.
As long as your home internet is working, the phone works. Call them from anywhere, anytime—just like they had a mobile.
Setup Tip: We include a 1-meter ethernet cable with every phone. If your router is farther away, you can use a longer cable or powerline adapters to send internet through your electrical outlets. We'll help you find the perfect setup!
Ready to get started?
Join the WaitlistNo hidden fees. No surprises. Just honest pricing for peace of mind.
For kids that just want to talk to their friends
Plus $150 one-time for phone & adapter
Unlimited Papercup Network calling
Call other Papercup phones anytime, no limits
Parent control app
Manage everything from your phone
Approved contacts (unlimited)
Add as many contacts as you need
Quiet hours & restrictions
Homework time, bedtime, school hours
Call history & monitoring
See all call activity in real-time
NZ-based support
Local support when you need it
Everything your family needs to stay connected safely
Plus $150 one-time for phone & adapter
300 minutes a month
To NZ landlines and mobiles
Unlimited Papercup Network calling
Call other Papercup phones anytime, no limits
Parent control app
Manage everything from your phone
Approved contacts (unlimited)
Add as many contacts as you need
Quiet hours & restrictions
Homework time, bedtime, school hours
Call history & monitoring
See all call activity in real-time
NZ-based support
Local support when you need it
Limited spots available for founding members
Everything you need to know about Papercup
Still have questions?
Get in touch: hello@papercup.co.nzJoin the waitlist and get 50% off your first month. Limited founding member spots available.
No credit card required. We'll email you when we launch.