Using your iPhone with a cracked screen is far from pleasant. Rather than buying a new phone, why not just replace the glass on the front? You will find in this guide all the prices to estimate the cost of replacement of a screen according to the model of your iPhone..
Repair your iPhone screen
Your worst nightmare has just come true. You just dropped your iPhone on the ground and the screen just cracked. No need to blame yourself. This type of accident is unfortunately quite frequent.
Because of their large sizes, iPhones often escape the hands of their owners. And when they crash on the ground, it is often the screen that breaks first. It is also the first reason to repair a smartphone..
In the best case, the screen cracks but the touch remains functional. It even happens that in some cases the screen freezes in landscape mode. Anyway, most iPhone owners prefer to keep their phone in this state rather than having it replaced. This is explained by the exorbitant repair costs practiced by smartphone manufacturers.
However, this solution has a number of drawbacks. Over time, even a small crack can cause major damage to the components of your smartphone. Dust, moisture or raindrops can get inside the case of your device and damage the motherboard. Here are some troubleshooting solutions to follow when the iPhone screen refuses to turn on..
Warranty and screen replacement
As much to tell you right away, no need to hope to take advantage of the commercial guarantee to change the screen of your iPhone for free. Breakdowns and problems encountered due to improper use of the phone (fall, accident, splashing of liquid) are not covered by the two-year legal warranty.
And unfortunately for you, the iPhone screen is the most expensive part to change. For old generation iPhone like iPhone 6 or 5S, it will cost you around 150 euros to replace the screen. But the bill can very quickly climb with the latest smartphones equipped with an edge to edge panel (borderless).
If you had the good idea to take an AppleCare + warranty extension, your financial participation will be much less. You will then benefit from a screen repair package at 29 euros and this regardless of your iPhone model.
You will find in the link opposite, the procedure to follow to know if your iPhone is still under warranty or if it has AppleCare + coverage. This operation is very simple to perform provided you have the input number of your iPhone.
Cost of replacing the iPhone screen
For people who do not have AppleCare + coverage, they will need to check if the repair is cost effective. Replacing an iPhone screen can be very expensive especially on a very old iPhone.
The renewal offers offered by operators allow you to acquire a new iPhone at a lower cost. The ideal is therefore to compare repair prices charged by professionals while keeping an eye on promotions from mobile operators.
You will find below the costs of an iPhone screen change made in an Apple Store. This pricing information is given for information only and is subject to change. Do not hesitate to consult the Apple website for the price of screen repairs.
- iPhone SE: 151 euros
- iPhone 5s: 151 euros
- iPhone 6: 151 euros
- iPhone 6 Plus: 171 euros
- iPhone 6s: 171 euros
- iPhone 6s Plus: 191 euros
- iPhone 7: 171 euros
- iPhone 7 Plus: 191 euros
- iPhone 8: 171 euros
- iPhone 8 Plus: 191 euros
- iPhone XR: 221 euros
- iPhone X: 311 euros
- iPhone Xs: 311 euros
- iPhone XS Max: 361 euros
- iPhone 11: 221 euros
- iPhone 11 Pro: 311 euros
- iPhone 11 Pro Max: 361 euros
With regard to the prices charged by Apple, you will be well advised to take out insurance against breakage AppleCare + especially if you are lucky enough to have an iPhone 11 Pro Max. As a reminder, damage to the screen is invoiced at 29 euros and the insurance covers up to two accidents for two years.
The Apple Care + option can be purchased directly from your smartphone within 60 days of purchasing your phone.
- Open your iPhone Settings
- Click on General then on Information
- Then select the AppleCare + option
Repair your screen elsewhere than in an Apple Store
To replace its screen, you have the choice between going to an Apple Store or going through an Apple authorized service center. However, check before these signs have all the tools (Horizon machine) to replace your screen.
Indeed, in the absence of appropriate equipment, smartphones are sent to other centers, thus increasing delivery times. Note that the prices charged in these centers are generally very close to those charged by Apple.
You can also turn to unauthorized centers. The wait is shorter than in an Apple Store and the prices are more favorable. Interventions are generally carried out during the day and without an appointment.
But be aware that replacing a part with a technician not certified by Apple will automatically lose your warranty. Apple-certified technicians refuse to work on a device that has been repaired at an unauthorized center.