Batteries have lifespans, and no battery will last forever in your iPhone. However, how many years should an iPhone battery last? What’s more, how do you tell if you need to get a new one, or how much a replacement or repair like this costs?
In this article, we will cover all the key points you need to know – from the signs to look out for that suggest you need a battery replacement, how long years a battery should last, and the cost of a new battery at imFixed.
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Signs That You Need a New iPhone Battery
You will be able to look at your battery’s health by going to Settings → Battery → Battery Health & Charging. Here, there will be information regarding your battery’s overall health, including the capacity and peak performance, and if it requires a service or not.
Below are some key things that you should look out for to determine if your battery is degrading:
- Your phone is very hot for no real reason
- Increased time needed for apps to launch
- The screen ‘stutters’ or freezes when you are scrolling
- Restarting the phone takes longer than it should or used to
- The battery drains faster than it used to when you use the device normally
How Many Years Should an iPhone Battery Last?
Getting an iPhone battery replaced is common and perfectly normal, and you can go to an Apple Store or a repair shop – whichever you prefer or is more convenient. Because batteries have a limited life, it’s important to know all the key details about how long they will last and how much a replacement will cost.
Generally, an iPhone battery will last somewhere between two and three years. No matter if you use your device all day every day, or just for one hour a day, it will need to be replaced at some point. While there is some variation in the exact timeline, with some batteries lasting longer (sometimes up to five years), there will be a notable difference in performance.
We recommend getting a replacement battery when you start to notice that the battery is no longer functioning optimally, and it starts to impact how you can use your device.
Damaged Batteries
If you have somehow managed to damage your iPhone battery, it should get replaced as soon as possible. Some people experience a swollen battery in their devices, which is a major problem, and can lead to additional damage.
If you suspect that the battery in your device has been damaged, whether it’s from trauma or liquid, get it to a repair shop to be examined. It’s always better to be safe than sorry in these situations.
How Much Does it Cost to Get a New iPhone Battery?
If you are experiencing battery-related issues with your iPhone, you might be wondering how much a replacement will cost. Luckily, battery replacements are relatively affordable compared to some other repairs and replacements, so you don’t need to worry about forking out too much money.
Generally, the most you are going to have to pay for a battery replacement is £65, with some iPhone model replacements costing just £25. Since this is something that will only need to be done every two to three years, it is definitely worth the money.
Below is a list of iPhone battery replacement costs at imFixed:
- iPhone 15 Pro Max – £45
- iPhone 15 Pro – £45
- iPhone 15 Plus -£45
- iPhone 15 – £45
- iPhone 14 Pro Max – £65
- iPhone 14 Pro – £65
- iPhone 14 – £65
- iPhone 13 Pro Max – £55
- iPhone 13 Pro – £65
- iPhone 13 – £65
- iPhone 12 Pro Max – £45
- iPhone 12 Pro – £45
- iPhone 12 – £45
- iPhone 11 Pro Max – £55
- iPhone 11 Pro – £45
- iPhone 11 – £35
- iPhone XS Max – £45
- iPhone XR Max – £45
- Phone X – £45
- iPhone SE 2022 (3rd generation) – £45
- iPhone SE 2020 (2nd generation) – £45
- iPhone SE 2016 (1st generation) – £35
- iPhone 8 Plus – £35
- iPhone 7 – £35
- iPhone 5 – £25
You can expect the price for an iPhone 16 battery replacement to be at the upper end of the price scale, and exact costs will vary depending on the model.
Is Getting a Replacement Battery Worth it?
Whether it’s worth replacing the battery of your iPhone is worth it or not is completely up to you. However, we would recommend considering the age of your device and if there are any other problems with it.
Newer devices are probably worth the effort of getting a battery replacement, but an older device – like an iPhone 5 – might not be. Devices are not made to last decades any more, and with constant improvements in technology and features, you likely don’t want a decades-old iPhone regardless.
Next, consider any other problems that you are facing with your iPhone. While the battery is easy to replace and relatively inexpensive, if you also need to pay for cracked screens or back covers, software malfunctions, or anything else, the cost of repairs and replacements can quickly add up, and it might not be worth keeping the device.
As much as we love shopping second-hand here at imFixed, it’s important to remember that we all have limits when it comes to our finances. Fewer materials are required to replace a battery compared to manufacturing and buying a new device, and you keep your carbon footprint down, but this simply isn’t always a suitable option for everyone – and we get that.
Can You Replace Your Own Battery?
Replacing your own battery is definitely an option that you can consider, but it isn’t without its challenges. Like all tech issues, there are risks involved in taking on a job yourself, and it’s easy for inexperienced hands to make things worse rather than fixing them.
If you do want to replace the battery yourself, we encourage you to try it out and watch YouTube tutorials on the subject to follow along It’s also best to practice first on a device that you don’t mind missing up initially so that you can get the hang of it before trying it on a newer iPhone model.
Remember that things can easily go wrong when you open up your iPhone. Not only that, but if your iPhone is new, doing this will void the warranty, so don’t make any rash decisions.
Let imFixed Help
Here at imFixed, we talk about any tech issue you can think of, from things like if you can straighten a bent iPhone, unresponsive iPhone 16 problems, and why your iPhone isn’t pairing with your car or syncing with iCloud, to how to fix screen burn-in, app crashes, random iPhone shutdowns, unresponsive mute switches, and if it’s cheaper to repair or replace your device.
We can also answer your burning questions regarding the new iPhone 16 – from how much a screen repair will cost for it, to everything you need to know about the latest iPhone.
So, how many years should an iPhone battery last? You should expect your iPhone battery to last between two and three years, but some may require a replacement sooner due to more frequent use and charging.
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