Apple Watch battery replacement: How much does it cost and is it worth it?
Replacing the battery on your Apple Watch can extend its life, but you'll have to determine whether it's worthwhile for your model.
Replacing the battery on your Apple Watch can extend its life, but you'll have to determine whether it's worthwhile for your model.
The short version
- Should you replace your Apple Watch's battery or upgrade to a new model?
- Spending the $99 it typically costs to fix the watch through Apple can be worth it to get more usage from a wearable that cost you hundreds of dollars — assuming it still has life left it in otherwise.
- You'll have to determine if that money is better spent on an upgrade for the refined design and exclusive features of a more recent model, keeping watchOS compatibility in mind.
What happened
You can arrange Apple Watch repairs directly through Apple , and the price is generally a flat fee of $99. Other retailers like Best Buy serve as Apple authorized Apple Watch service and repair providers, offering the same repair or replacement service for an equal fee.
Why it matters
Typically, the process will take about a week, and you can schedule it online or in store.
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