Let’s Talk: Apple Product Repair Costs in 2025 – Are Repairs Worth It?

Anyone else feeling sticker shock about Apple product repair prices lately? With every device upgrade, fixing a cracked screen or dead battery seems to hurt the wallet even more.

• iPhone repairs: Out-of-warranty screen replacements at Apple range from $129 (older models/SE) up to $379 for the latest Pro Max. Even battery replacements can be upwards of $70–$120. Some repairs, like back glass, can go even higher, sometimes crossing $300–$500 on newer iPhones.
• MacBook repairs: Expect to pay ₹8,000–₹12,000 (about $100–$150) for a keyboard or trackpad fix in India, with major repairs-like logic board replacement-costing much more. In the US/UK, more complex repairs can run several hundred dollars.
• AppleCare+ definitely helps (e.g., $29 screen repairs), but buying it upfront isn’t cheap and not everyone has it on an older device.
• Third-party repairs are often 30–50% less than Apple, but quality varies and going this route might void your official warranty or affect features like Face ID