An iPhone battery replacement costs $69 to $130 in 2026
Apple charges $99 to replace the battery in an iPhone 15, 16 or 17 out of warranty in 2026. The iPhone 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max and iPhone Air are $119. Older models like the iPhone 12 and 13 are $89, and the iPhone SE and iPhone 8 are $69. If you have AppleCare+ and your battery's Maximum Capacity is under 80 percent, the swap is free. Independent shops charge about $89 to $130, and uBreakiFix lists $89.99 to $129.99. Fone.tips lists Apple at $99 for the iPhone 15, 16 and 17 and $119 for the iPhone 17 Pro, Pro Max and Air.
What price guides say
We checked 4 price guides and read every number on their pages on October 7, 2026. They do not all measure the same thing, so read each line for what it counts.
| Source | What it found |
|---|---|
| Fone.tips | Fone.tips lists Apple at $99 for the iPhone 15, 16 and 17 and $119 for the iPhone 17 Pro, Pro Max and Air. |
| Rokform | Rokform lists Apple at $69 for the iPhone SE and iPhone 8, $99 for most others and $119 for the newest Pro models. |
| ecoATM | ecoATM says Apple charges $69 to $119 and independent shops usually charge $30 to $80. |
| iFixForU | iFixForU lists Apple at $99 for the iPhone 16, $0 with AppleCare+ under 80 percent health, and uBreakiFix at $89.99 to $129.99. |
What pushes the price up
| What | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Your model | Apple charges $69 for the SE and iPhone 8, $89 for most older models, $99 for the 15, 16 and 17, and $119 for the 17 Pro, Pro Max and Air. |
| AppleCare+ | Free if the battery is below 80 percent of original capacity. |
| Where you go | Apple and authorized providers use genuine parts at Apple's price. Independent shops are $30 to $130 depending on part quality. |
| Mail in or walk in | Same price, but mail in means days without your phone. |
What the price includes
A genuine Apple battery, installation, a new water seal and a 90 day warranty on parts and labor at Apple and authorized providers. Independent shops usually offer a 90 day to 1 year warranty. It does not include tax or extras the provider adds on the day.
Who charges this and how it is billed
You can get a battery swap from Apple, an Apple authorized provider, or an independent shop. Apple charges by model, and the price is the same for walk in or mail in service. Authorized providers use genuine parts at Apple's price. Independent shops set their own prices and use their own parts. Some chains list prices by model and some quote when you arrive. You pay when the work is done. If you have AppleCare+ and the battery is under 80 percent health, there is no charge. Always ask what warranty comes with the repair.
How to judge your quote
- Check Battery Health first. Under 80 percent with AppleCare+ means the swap is free.
- Ask if the part is a genuine Apple battery or a third party one.
- Ask how long the warranty lasts on the part and the labor.
- A fair price for your model is close to Apple's own price, not far above it.
- Compare the total with the range above: $69 to $130 per battery for most people in 2026.
Ways to pay less
- Check Settings, Battery, Battery Health first. Apple will not replace a battery above 80 percent under AppleCare+.
- Book an in store Genius Bar appointment. Same day and you keep the phone.
- If your phone is 4 or more years old, an $89 shop battery is a fair choice. If it is a 16 or 17, pay Apple's $99 to keep the genuine part status.
- Skip DIY unless you are confident. A kit plus tool rental often lands within $20 of Apple's price and voids Apple service.
How we got these numbers
The range on this page comes from Fone.tips, Rokform, ecoATM and iFixForU. We opened each source page and read every number on it on October 7, 2026. Where the sources disagree, the table above shows each one so you can see the spread. These are planning ranges, not quotes. The written price you are given is the real price.
Common questions
How much does an iPhone battery replacement cost?
Apple charges $69 to $119 depending on the model. Most newer phones are $99 and the newest Pro models are $119.
Is an iPhone battery replacement free?
It is free with AppleCare+ if the battery health is under 80 percent.
Is it cheaper at a local shop?
Sometimes. ecoATM says independent shops often charge $30 to $80, but the part may not be genuine. uBreakiFix lists $89.99 to $129.99.
Is it worth replacing the battery?
Yes, if the phone still works well and the battery dies fast. It costs far less than a new phone.