iPhone Screen Repair: Costs and Considerations

Fix the iPhone you already have – and save money and the planet in the process.

• If your iPhone screen is broken, no worries, you can fix it with the information provided on this page.
• If you're unsure if your screen needs replacing, start with troubleshooting.
• If you're on the fence about doing the repair yourself, or wondering if it's even worth it, jump to the FAQ section and get more information (and motivation).

Find your iPhone model below and follow a step-by-step screen replacement guide. (Each guide will also link the corresponding fix kit with all the parts and tools needed to complete the guide.)

Yes, you can replace your iPhone screen yourself. iFixit provides free step-by-step repair guides for every iPhone and sells DIY Screen Fix Kits for iPhones ranging from the 5 series to the 14 series. These kits include all the necessary tools and parts to replace your screen.

The repair process generally involves handling adhesive, screws, and connectors, and is relatively straightforward.

For most models, like the iPhone X, using an iFixit kit can result in significant savings compared to Apple's out-of-warranty repair costs. The average price of iFixit's Screen Fix Kits for the iPhone 11 and older is close to $100.

However, for models like the iPhone 13 Pro and newer, the iFixit kits can be more expensive than Apple's service. The average cost of iFixit's Screen Fix Kits for the iPhone 12 and more recent is close to $250.

^ Apple's shared estimates as of November 2023.

While the time investment can vary based on the iPhone model and your DIY experience, repairing your iPhone screen yourself is feasible. The repair should take you anywhere from 30 minutes to a couple of hours. If you get stuck, iFixit's community of fixers can help.

For newer models, where the cost difference is less significant, you might prefer Apple's service for convenience and to avoid their parts pairing shenanigans.

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