Repair costs

These cost explainers and price comparisons are for people deciding what to do with a broken phone, tablet, laptop, desktop, game console or drive. Posts cover what to check in a repair or data recovery quote and place prices published on shops' own websites next to makers' official out-of-warranty estimates. The comparisons help readers weigh repair costs before deciding what to do next. Each post ends with local shops readers can compare on the directory.

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Apple Watch Battery Replacement Cost by Model

Apple Watch battery replacement costs an estimated $99 out of warranty through Apple for the listed models, from older Series watches to the Ultra. Tax may apply to Apple's out-of-warranty estimates. A defective battery has service coverage under Apple's warranty.

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MacBook Battery Replacement Cost by Model

MacBook battery replacement cost ranges from $149 to $249 in Apple's estimates for the listed models. These are Apple's estimated out-of-warranty service fees and may be subject to tax. The fee varies by MacBook model and screen size, so match the estimate to your laptop.

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Illustration of a tablet lying face down on a repair bench beside a bagged replacement battery and screwdrivers.

iPad battery replacement cost by model

iPad battery replacement cost ranges from $99 to $199 for the listed models in Apple's out-of-warranty estimates. The fee depends on your iPad model. Apple's estimated out-of-warranty service fees may be subject to tax, so the listed price isn't necessarily the final total.

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