How much is AppleCare?
Roughly $79 to $299 a year, depending on the device.
AppleCare+ for iPhone runs about $79 to $199 for two years, Macs $99 to $299 per year, and iPads $69 to $149. The exact price depends on the model and whether you pay upfront or
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Which device are you covering?
Why?
Prices scale with device cost More expensive devices have pricier coverage, so the range spans from $69 to $299.
Upfront vs monthly differs Monthly plans cost a bit more over time but avoid a big one-time payment.
Theft and loss adds cost That coverage only exists for iPhones and adds roughly $50 to $100.
Apple updates prices with new models, so check Apple's site for the exact current figure.
If your situation is different
Which device are you covering: iPhone. iPhone AppleCare+ is $79 to $199 for two years. Standard is $79, and the theft-and-loss version is $149 to $199, depending on the model.
Which device are you covering: Mac. Mac AppleCare+ is $99 to $299 per year. MacBook Air is on the low end, MacBook Pro and desktops on the high end.
Which device are you covering: iPad. iPad AppleCare+ is $69 to $149 for two years. Base iPads are cheaper, Pro models cost more.
Which device are you covering: Watch. Watch AppleCare+ is $49 to $99 for two years. Cheaper for the SE, more for the Ultra.
Who is AppleCare+ right for?
Right for
- People who carry their phone without a case
- Households with kids or pets
- MacBook owners who travel with it
- Anyone who's cracked a screen before
Wrong for
- People who use a rugged case and screen protector
- Those who upgrade every year with trade-in
- Budget buyers who self-insure with savings
- Owners of older, low-value devices
What does AppleCare+ cost in 2026?
| Figure | Value | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone screen repair without AppleCare+ | $279 to $329, 2026 | One repair can cost more than the two-year plan. |
| iPhone AppleCare+ two-year upfront | $79 to $199, 2026 | Covers unlimited accidental damage incidents, each with a deductible. |
| Mac AppleCare+ per year | $99 to $299, 2026 | Mac repairs are expensive; one logic board failure can exceed the plan cost. |
| iPad AppleCare+ two-year upfront | $69 to $149, 2026 | Cheap coverage for a device that's easy to drop. |
| Theft and loss add-on for iPhone | $50 to $100 extra, 2026 | Only available for iPhones; covers up to two incidents per year. |
What's the biggest AppleCare+ mistake?
The biggest mistake is buying AppleCare+ for a device you keep in a case and never drop. People pay $200 for peace of mind on a $400 iPad they barely use. Instead, skip it for low-risk devices and buy it only for the phone or laptop you carry everywhere, or for kids' devices that will get dropped.
How do you decide if AppleCare+ is worth it?
- List the devices you own and how often you've cracked or broken one in the past two years.
- For each device, compare the plan cost to the out-of-warranty repair cost from Apple's site.
- If the repair cost is more than double the plan cost, buy AppleCare+ within 60 days of purchase.
- If you're a careful case-user with a history of no damage, skip it and put the money in savings.
People also ask
Is AppleCare+ actually worth it?
Worth it for phones and laptops, not for most else. It pays off when the device is expensive to repair and you're likely to break it. For cheap accessories or things you baby, skip it.
Can I buy it after I already own the device?
Yes, you can buy it after you already own the device. Most stores and platforms let you purchase a product or service even if you already have the device. The catch is whether it's a one-time purchase or a subscription tied to the
Does it cover accidental damage?
Yes, AppleCare covers accidental damage. But it's not free: you pay a service fee per incident, and the coverage caps at two incidents per year.
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