Apple’s Self Service Repair program just added the iPhone 17 lineup, giving users the freedom to fix their own devices without visiting a Genius Bar.
It sounds great in theory — but when you look at the actual costs, that “freedom” feels a lot like paying Apple to stress yourself out.
What Apple’s Self-Repair Program Offers
The Self Service Repair Store now lists parts for the iPhone 17, iPhone 17 Pro, iPhone 17 Pro Max, and iPhone Air. Everything from batteries to back glass is available, along with the necessary repair manuals and tools.
Here’s a quick look at what you’ll pay if you decide to go the DIY route.
iPhone 17
- Back Glass: $159
- Battery: $99
- Display: $329
- Enclosure with Battery: $236
- Front Camera: $199
iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max Repairs
The Pro models bring higher specs — and higher repair costs:
- Back Glass: $159
- Battery: $119
- Display: $329 (Pro) / $379 (Pro Max)
- Enclosure with Battery: $299
- Front Camera: $199
iPhone Air Repairs
Even the lighter iPhone Air isn’t spared from premium pricing:
- Back Glass: $159
- Battery: $119
- Display: $329
- Enclosure with Battery: $299
- Front Camera: $199
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Those numbers look familiar because they’re not much cheaper than what you’d pay for official in-store repairs. And that’s before you factor in Apple’s refundable tool rental kit, which adds another $49 to the total.
The Catch
Sure, it’s empowering to fix your own iPhone, but Apple’s parts pricing makes it hard to justify. The company controls both the hardware and the parts supply chain, which means there’s little room for genuine savings. You’re mostly paying for the satisfaction of doing it yourself — and maybe a few scratches along the way.
Still, Apple’s self-repair initiative is a step in the right direction. It supports the growing right-to-repair movement and gives users a legal way to handle small fixes on their own.
Related: iPhone 17 Pro Teardown: Vapor Chamber Cooling, Scratchgate, and Repairability Score
How to Access the Store
If you’re curious, visit Apple’s Self Service Repair Store online, select your iPhone model, and follow the manual before placing an order. Just make sure you’re confident in your repair skills — or you might end up needing a repair for your repair.
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Apple’s making progress on repairability, but the iPhone 17 self-repair program proves one thing: independence doesn’t come cheap.
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