Apple has quietly revealed its out-of-warranty repair costs for the new iPhone 17 family, and the prices make one thing clear: protecting your new device with AppleCare+ is a wise financial move.

The new repair fees, which apply to devices outside of their one-year limited warranty, range from a reasonable $99 for a battery replacement to a staggering $799 for extensive damage on the top-tier model. This pricing strategy underscores a growing disparity between the repair costs for the standard and Pro versions.

The Breakdown: Pro vs. Standard

While the iPhone 17 and iPhone Air share most repair costs, the price to fix a Pro model jumps significantly. The iPhone 17 Pro Max leads the pack with its $379 cracked screen repair, a noticeable increase from the $329 on other models. A much larger gap appears for rear camera and "other damage," with Pro model repairs climbing to $249 and $799, respectively.

Here is the full repair and services table for the new devices:

Service iPhone 17 iPhone Air iPhone 17 Pro iPhone 17 Pro Max
Cracked screen (front only) $329 $329 $329 $379
Back glass damage $159 $159 $159 $159
Cracked screen and back glass damage $419 $419 $419 $469
Battery $99 $119 $119 $119
Rear camera $169 $169 $249 $249
Other damage $599 $699 $749 $799

Why AppleCare+ is a Smart Investment

The stark difference in cost makes AppleCare+ a more attractive proposition than ever. For a flat fee of just $29 for a screen repair and $99 for camera or other damage, you can avoid a potentially massive out-of-pocket expense. The most expensive out-of-warranty repairs can exceed the cost of the AppleCare+ plan itself, making it a sound financial hedge for any new iPhone owner.