Last updated: November 3, 2026
iPhone battery replacement cost by model
These are Apple's own estimates for out-of-warranty battery service in the United States, taken from the estimate tool on Apple's battery repair page.
| Model | Apple battery service |
|---|---|
| iPhone 18 Pro, 18 Pro Max | $129 |
| iPhone Air | $119 |
| iPhone 17 Pro, 17 Pro Max | $119 |
| iPhone 17, 17e | $99 |
| iPhone 16 Pro, 16 Pro Max | $119 |
| iPhone 16, 16 Plus, 16e | $99 |
| iPhone 15, 15 Plus, 15 Pro, 15 Pro Max | $99 |
| iPhone 14, 14 Plus, 14 Pro, 14 Pro Max | $99 |
| iPhone 13, 13 mini, 13 Pro, 13 Pro Max | $89 |
| iPhone 12, 12 mini, 12 Pro, 12 Pro Max | $89 |
| iPhone 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro Max | $89 |
| iPhone XS, XS Max | $89 |
| iPhone 8, 8 Plus, 7, 7 Plus, 6s, 6s Plus | $69 |
| iPhone SE (2nd and 3rd generation) | $69 |
A few patterns stand out:
- Within one generation, size does not change the price. An iPhone 16 and a 16 Plus both cost $99.
- The Pro premium only started with the iPhone 16. The iPhone 14 Pro and 15 Pro cost the same $99 as the regular models.
- The newest Pro, the iPhone 18 Pro, is the most expensive standard-size battery at $129.
What the price includes
Apple's page lists three conditions that can change what you pay:
- Final price after inspection. Apple inspects the phone before confirming the fee. If the phone has other damage, such as a cracked back, Apple may need to fix that first, and that costs more.
- Tax. Estimated fees "may be subject to tax."
- Shipping. If you mail the phone in, a shipping fee may be added.
The battery used is a genuine Apple part, and Apple guarantees the repair for 90 days or the rest of your Apple warranty, whichever is longer.
When battery replacement is free
| Your coverage | What you pay |
|---|---|
| AppleCare (AppleCare+ or AppleCare One), battery below 80% capacity | $0 — Apple replaces the battery "for no extra charge" |
| Apple Limited Warranty only (first year) | Covers manufacturing defects, not normal battery wear |
| No coverage | The prices in the table above |
So a one-year-old phone with a worn battery is usually not free under the standard warranty. Normal wear is excluded. It is free if you have AppleCare and the battery has dropped below 80%.
How to tell if you need a new battery
Open Settings, tap Battery, then tap Battery Health. Look at two things:
- Maximum Capacity. This is the battery's capacity compared with when it was new. Below 80% is the point where AppleCare covers a replacement, and where most people notice shorter battery life. Apple designs iPhone 14 and earlier batteries to keep 80% after 500 full charge cycles, and iPhone 15 and later batteries after 1,000 cycles, under ideal conditions.
- Service message. If the screen says your battery's health is "significantly degraded," Apple recommends a replacement. If it says it is unable to verify a genuine Apple battery, the health numbers may not be accurate, so have the battery checked.
If the battery is still above 80% but drains fast, check which apps use the most power on the same Battery screen first. A new battery will not fix an app that keeps running in the background.
Apple vs. independent repair shops
Apple Authorized Service Providers can set their own fees, so a mall repair shop that is Apple-authorized may quote a different price. Apple says these providers "will provide their own estimate." An Apple-authorized shop uses genuine parts. A non-authorized shop may be cheaper, but iOS can flag a battery it cannot verify as genuine.
How to book a battery replacement
| Option | How it works |
|---|---|
| Apple Store (Genius Bar) | Start a request from Apple's battery repair page, then bring the phone in. |
| Apple Authorized Service Provider | Same booking flow. The shop gives its own estimate. |
| Mail-in | Apple sends a prepaid box. A shipping fee may be added. |
Back up the iPhone before you hand it over.
Sources
Prices are Apple's US estimates as of November 3, 2026, and can change. Other countries use different prices.