Apple’s price and a rough independent-shop range, by model and repair.
How much does an iPhone repair cost?
At Apple in the US, out-of-warranty prices (checked November 2026) run from $69 to $129 for a battery and $129 to $379 for a screen, depending on the model. The iPhone Duo costs more: $229 for a battery and $999 for the inner display. Back glass on the iPhone 15 and later is $159. Independent shops usually charge less but may use non-genuine parts. Pick your model and repair above to compare.
How to Use the iPhone Repair Cost Estimator
Before you book a repair, it helps to know roughly what it should cost. This free iPhone repair cost estimator gives you a price range for the most common repairs, side by side for Apple-authorized service and an independent repair shop.
- Choose your iPhone model. Apple’s guide to identifying your iPhone model helps if you’re not sure.
- Pick the repair — screen, battery, charging port, back glass, or camera.
- Compare the two estimates and the note under each one.
Apple’s prices are its US out-of-warranty prices, checked in November 2026, and they can change. Shop prices are rough ranges that vary by region and the exact damage, so always get a written quote before you book.
Apple vs. Independent Repair Shops
Apple and Apple Authorized Service Providers use genuine parts and keep your iPhone fully supported. You can see exact out-of-warranty prices for your model and book a repair on Apple’s iPhone service and repair page. If you have AppleCare+, your cost may be much lower than the estimate.
Independent shops are often cheaper and faster, especially for charging ports and back glass, which some shops repair at the component level rather than replacing larger assemblies. The trade-off is part quality: ask whether the shop uses genuine or aftermarket parts, and whether the repair comes with a warranty.
Comfortable with tools? Apple’s Self Service Repair program sells genuine parts and manuals for some models, and iFixit’s iPhone repair guides walk through many repairs step by step.
Warranty, AppleCare+ and Booking a Repair
Check your coverage before you pay. Apple’s one-year limited warranty covers manufacturing defects, not accidental damage like a cracked screen or liquid damage. If you have AppleCare+, accidental damage is covered for a service fee that’s usually far below the out-of-warranty price. You can check your coverage at checkcoverage.apple.com or in Settings → General → AppleCare & Warranty.
Some problems on new iPhones are known issues that Apple handles under warranty, like the iPhone 18 Pro Max SOS issue on AT&T. Others, like iPhone 18 Pro speaker crackling, are worth reporting while you’re still within the return window.
Before you hand your iPhone over, wherever you get it repaired:
- Back up to iCloud or a computer.
- Note your passcode, or be ready for the shop to test the phone with you. Apple may ask you to turn off Find My for some repairs.
- Ask about parts. A non-genuine battery or screen may show a notice in Settings. See iPhone battery Unknown Part message.
- Get the price and warranty in writing.
For battery repairs specifically, our iPhone battery replacement cost guide compares Apple, AppleCare+ and third-party prices, and iPhone battery cycle count explains whether your battery actually needs replacing.
Check This Before You Pay for a Repair
Some “hardware” problems turn out to be free fixes:
- Charging port — lint in the port is extremely common. Try the safe cleaning steps in iPhone charging port not working first.
- Not charging at all — rule out the cable, adapter, and outlet with our iPhone not charging when plugged in steps.
- “Accessory not supported” alerts — often a cable or debris issue. See Accessory Not Supported on iPhone.
- Battery — confirm it’s actually worn with our iPhone battery health checker before paying for a replacement.
Repair or Upgrade?
If the repair costs a large share of what the phone is worth, or your iPhone no longer gets iOS updates (check with our iOS compatibility checker), upgrading may make more sense. Our guide to upgrading or repairing before the iPhone 18 Pro walks through that decision.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is a battery replacement worth it?
Usually yes. If the rest of the phone is in good shape, a new battery is one of the cheapest ways to get an older iPhone back to full-day use. Apple lists current prices on its battery service page.
Will a third-party repair void my warranty?
Damage caused during a third-party repair isn’t covered by Apple’s warranty, and some non-genuine parts can show a notice in Settings. Ask the shop about its own repair warranty.
Why is Apple’s charging port repair so expensive?
Apple often treats a port fault as “other damage” and replaces more than just the port, while many independent shops repair the port itself.
Can I fix an iPhone stuck on the Apple logo without a repair?
Often, yes. Try a force restart and then recovery mode with the Update option before paying for a repair. See iPhone stuck on the Apple logo.
Does AppleCare+ cover a cracked screen?
Yes, accidental damage like a cracked screen is covered for a service fee. Without AppleCare+, Apple charges its out-of-warranty price.