Apple’s Self Service Repair program cost

Need your Apple device repaired? Choosing to repair your Apple device is a better solution for both your budget and the environment than replacing your damaged device with a new one. Apple’s solution is a self-service repair program that makes it easier to get your product repaired.

The program will launch in 2022 and was recently expanded to a total of 33 countries, with Canada set to become the 34th in 2025. Apple isn’t known for offering the best prices, so understanding the cost of repairs through Apple’s Self-Service Repair Program and possible alternatives can help you make an informed decision. You can find the entire list of repair prices for this program at Apple’s Self-Service Repair Store.

Still, here’s what to expect if you get your device repaired the way Apple intended.

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Rental kits, personal tools and purchasing options

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Without the tools it’s impossible to repair. Well, in theory it is possible, but taking it apart may be easier than putting it back together.

Renting tools is the most economical way to repair your device. Apple charges $49 for a 7-day tool rental. The rental tool kit contains all of the tools Apple uses to perform certain repairs at the Genius Bar, all in two handy large Pelican kits that weigh 79 pounds. Once you’ve completed your repair and received your tools, you have 7 days to return them to Apple.

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Unless you run your own repair shop, perform repairs regularly, or are an enthusiast willing to spend thousands of dollars on Apple tools, you’re probably best off opting for the much more affordable rental option. However, if you do decide to buy, tools and materials can range from a few cents for glue, screws, and plastic glue cutters to hundreds of dollars for a display press or heated display removal tool. Tools can be purchased on the same page as selecting a rental tool kit.

Some might argue that Apple’s tool selection is overkill, especially if you’re primarily using giant presses and fixtures. If you have a tool you like to use at home, you might be able to use it. The only problem is that Apple’s repair guides are designed specifically for their tools.

Companies like iFixit also sell toolkits and offer different repair guides than Apple, making repairs more accessible. For example, the tools needed to replace the battery on an iPhone 13 Pro cost about $83, but that doesn’t include optional or unnecessary tools. That’s in addition to miscellaneous items like hair dryers, packing tape, and coffee filters that you likely have at home but don’t sell.

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Parts Cost

Pay attention to the credit for the return

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As of this writing, Apple’s self-service repair program offers parts for some iPhones, Mac desktops, Mac laptops, and Apple Studio Displays. Apple doesn’t readily provide pricing for parts for products other than iPhones.

To see the cost of a replacement part for your Mac desktop, Mac laptop, or Apple Studio Display, you’ll need a valid product serial number purchased in the country you’re ordering the part in. iPhone pricing is the only exception where we can show the price without the serial number.

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Apple’s pricing is also confusing. Most major components in an iPhone, like the display, battery, and camera, have two prices: one you pay yourself, and one you pay if you return the original part to Apple. Interestingly, the iPhone’s bottom speaker and Taptic Engine don’t have this pricing. Components that do have this two-tier pricing have “Replacement Part Return Credit” written in grey type underneath a much larger listed price. That seems a bit misleading.

Smaller repairs like the bottom speaker or Taptic Engine can run under $100, while more major repairs like the camera or display can run several hundred dollars. Probably the most common repair, the battery, is around $100 without the return parts credit, and half that with the return parts credit. As you can imagine, Macs are significantly more expensive, with most parts costing hundreds, or even thousands, of dollars. In many cases, the return parts credit brings those prices down to more reasonable prices.

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How much does Apple’s self-service repair program cost?

excessively

Sourcing your parts and tools from Apple gives you the benefit of knowing you’re getting quality, genuine parts from the manufacturer, and the benefit of seeing exactly how an Apple-certified technician will complete your repair, which gives you great confidence. However, as with all Apple products, you pay a premium for that experience.

At the same time, trusted third parties like iFixit can provide a reliable alternative for sourcing tools and parts, saving you money and making repairs more accessible. If you use Apple’s self-service repair program, prepare to pay over $100 for a battery repair alone, including tool rental and parts for the battery return. Prices go up significantly from there.

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