Would it really cost me ?216.44 for a replacement battery for my iPhone 5?

[cutemoto]

My iPhone 5's out of warranty & it needs a new battery' so I've been looking on Apples website & it would cost me ?216.44! Would it really cost me that much for a battery? I might as well get a new phone...

Sent from my iPhone 5

 

[kch50428]

You could likely find a 3rd party repair service that could do it for less... Or, if you're adventurous and tech savvy, it can be a do-it-yourself job.

 

[Tpence2177]

Don't know what country you are from but my wife just got hers replaced at an apple store in America and it was $79.99 had it done in about 30 minutes


Sent from my iPhone 5s using Tapatalk

 

[cutemoto]

I don't think I could trust a 3rd party to do it.. I would trust apple but only if it was cheaper. I'm from the UK


Sent from my iPhone 5

 

[Tpence2177]

I don't think I could trust a 3rd party to do it.. I would trust apple but only if it was cheaper. I'm from the UK


Sent from my iPhone 5

Have you gone to an apple store? Or only looked it up online?


Sent from my iPhone 5s using Tapatalk

 

[cutemoto]

I've only looked it up online because I thought I would have to make an appointment at the genesis bar.


Sent from my iPhone using iMore Forums

 

[johnboysupergolf]

Do the job yourself mate. Get the battery off amazon or ebay and follow some you tube tutorials.


Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk HD

 

[GavinCampbell]

I did mine recently. The battery cost me 8$ off of amazon and I did it myself on my 5. Its actually easier than expected. Spend the 4$ and get the tools too. I don't think its an OEM battery but it is working amazing. My phone lasts all day now. Even if it dies in 6 months I will buy another one as the batter life is too good.

 

[IAmSixNine]

Watch a youtube video and see if your comfortable following the steps needed to do a battery replacement. If not then go to an apple store. Ask ahead of time for a price. If its out of your budget then find a reputable 3rd party repair center.
Just do some research and see if the repair place has any good or bad reviews.

 

[Not Quite Right]

Battery Replacement is just another reason to get the Apple Care + if you own an iPhone. AppleCare+ for iPhone - Apple Store (U.S.)

 

[cutemoto]

I went & got a 5s till my upgrade in September. This should keep me going till the 6.


Sent from my iPhone 5s