iPhone screen repair cost
Apple is unusually transparent about iPhone screens: its published out-of-warranty price is $129–$379, checked October 2026, with the exact figure set by model — smaller, older models at the bottom of the range, current large flagship models at the top. With AppleCare+, Apple lists the same screen repair at $29. Those two numbers frame every iPhone screen decision you will make.
Independent shops can beat the out-of-warranty menu, but the comparison only means something when the part grade matches. iPhone screens exist as original panels, refurbished originals, and several tiers of aftermarket — with real differences in brightness, color, touch response, and True Tone behavior. A quote well below Apple's range is not automatically a bargain; ask what panel is being fitted, whether True Tone and water resistance are addressed after the repair, and what warranty covers the part and the labor.
Two checks before you pay anyone. First, confirm the damage is only the screen: a bent frame can make a new panel sit badly and crack again, and a good shop will flag frame damage before fitting, not after. Second, if the phone is covered by AppleCare+ — check in Settings before assuming — few independent quotes for a comparable repair come in below the $29 AppleCare+ price (with active AppleCare+ cover — eligible screen damage). Our AppleCare+ math guide runs the break-even on the coverage itself.
Finally, run the ratio. On a recent iPhone, even the top of Apple's range is a modest share of the phone's working value, so repair wins comfortably. On an old model at the bottom of the support list, a flagship-priced repair can approach replacement territory — our repair-vs-replace calculator settles it with your numbers, not generalities.
| Device / repair | Published range | Source | Checked |
|---|---|---|---|
| Loading published price data… | |||
Related pages
Frequently asked questions
How much does Apple charge for an iPhone screen?
$129–$379 out of warranty depending on model, checked October 2026. With active AppleCare+ cover, Apple lists an iPhone screen at $29 for eligible screen damage.
Why is an independent quote cheaper than Apple?
Usually the part. Aftermarket panels cost less than original panels and differ in brightness, color, and features. Ask what grade is being fitted and what the warranty covers.
Is AppleCare+ worth it for screens?
One $29 screen repair (with active AppleCare+ cover) against a $129–$379 out-of-warranty price is the core of the math — our AppleCare+ guide works the full break-even.