Should I Repair My iPhone?
We break down every iPhone generation from the 6 to the 14 and give you the repair analysis – factoring the phone’s current technology level, the cost to repair, and the value you’re getting. Remember, if you ever need iPhone Repair to visit your nearest GadgetMates Location. Images & Phone Details Source: Apple.com
iPhone 14
Current Technology: 5/5
Repair Cost: Very High
Overall Value: 3/5
Should I Repair It? Yes 😢
The iPhone 14 is very expensive to repair, but still cheaper than getting a new phone and this is currently the best thing out there.
iPhone 13
Current Technology: 5/5
Repair Cost: High
Overall Value: 4/5
Should I Repair It? Yes 😐
The iPhone 13 is pricey to repair, but part costs are coming down. It’s a great, modern phone and upgrading won’t get you much better.
iPhone 12
Current Technology: 4.5/5
Repair Cost: Medium
Overall Value: 4.5/5
Should I Repair It? Yes 😀
The iPhone 12 is now in the sweet spot for repairs: reasonable parts costs & a great phone. We strongly recommend you repair.
iPhone 11
Current Technology: 4/5
Repair Cost: Low
Overall Value: 5/5
Should I Repair It? Yes 😃
The iPhone 11 is our top recommended phone to repair when you factor how inexpensive it can be compared to the phone performance.
iPhone X
Current Technology: 3/5
Repair Cost: Low
Overall Value: 3/5
Should I Repair It? Yes 😐
The iPhone X series is worth repairing based on the low cost but also might be worth selling it to get an upgrade if you’re ready for that.
iPhone 8
Current Technology: 2/5
Repair Cost: Low
Overall Value: 2.5/5
Should I Repair It? Maybe 😐
Time has left the 8 series behind. This phone is still popular if you want a home button. The tech will only get more out of date though.
iPhone 7
Current Technology: 1/5
Repair Cost: Very Low
Overall Value: 2/5
Should I Repair It? Maybe 😐
It’s a phone. It has a home button. If it’s good to you, get it fixed. The cost to repair this phone will be inexpensive so that’s a plus.
iPhone 6
Current Technology: 0.5/5
Repair Cost: Very Low
Overall Value: 1/5
Should I Repair It? No 😞
At this point just upgrade. This phone is very out of date and will only get worse with time. May be suitable as a music player for the kids.
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