A cracked iPhone screen is one of the most common reasons people end up at an Apple service center, and also one of the more expensive repairs you can face if you don't have AppleCare+. Unlike Android phones where a third-party screen swap might run a few thousand rupees, iPhone repairs sit in a different price bracket entirely, largely because Apple ties the screen to Face ID and other components in a way that makes genuine-parts repair inherently more involved. Here's what you'll actually pay, model by model, and why the price moves the way it does.
Screen Replacement Cost Without AppleCare+
| iPhone Model | Cost Range |
|---|---|
| iPhone 13 series | ₹22,000 – ₹29,000 |
| iPhone 14 / 14 Plus | ₹26,000 – ₹30,000 |
| iPhone 14 Pro / Pro Max | ₹31,000 – ₹35,000 |
| iPhone 15 / 15 Plus | ₹28,000 – ₹33,000 |
| iPhone 15 Pro / Pro Max | ₹33,000 – ₹38,000 |
Notice Pro and Pro Max models cost more to repair even within the same generation. That's because Pro-series displays use ProMotion (120Hz adaptive refresh) hardware, which is more expensive to manufacture and replace than the standard 60Hz panels on non-Pro models.
Why the Range, Not a Fixed Price
Three things move the price within each range:
Extent of damage. A single cracked front glass with a fully functional display underneath costs less to fix than a screen that's also lost touch response or has display artifacts, since the latter usually means the entire display assembly needs replacing, not just the glass layer.
Which Apple Authorized Service Provider you visit. Apple doesn't run its own repair counters in India directly, every repair goes through a network of Apple Authorized Service Providers (AASPs), and while Apple sets guidance pricing, individual providers have some flexibility within that range based on local overheads and diagnostic findings.
Whether other components were affected. A hard drop can sometimes affect the taptic engine, proximity sensor, or internal frame alongside the screen, and diagnosing that adds to the final bill beyond the base screen-replacement cost.
With AppleCare+, It's a Flat Fee
If you're covered by AppleCare+, screen repair drops to a small, fixed service fee, regardless of which model you own, a fraction of the out-of-warranty cost shown above. For anyone who's cracked a screen before, or knows they're prone to drops, AppleCare+ often pays for itself the very first time you need a repair, especially on Pro models where out-of-warranty costs run highest.
Genuine Parts vs. Third-Party Repair: What You're Actually Trading Off
Third-party repair shops can replace an iPhone screen for a fraction of Apple's price, sometimes under ₹10,000, but that lower cost comes with real trade-offs worth understanding before you decide:
- Non-genuine parts may not match the original display's color accuracy, brightness, or True Tone support
- Resale value typically drops once a buyer or Apple itself detects non-original parts during a trade-in evaluation
- Face ID reliability can be affected if the repair shop doesn't properly transfer or calibrate the original sensor components
- Future Apple service may be denied or complicated if Apple detects unauthorized prior repairs
None of this means third-party repair is never worth it, for an older phone you're planning to sell soon anyway, the calculation is different, but it's a genuine trade-off, not just a discount.
What to Do Before You Go In
Back up your iPhone (iCloud or a computer) before any repair, screen replacement shouldn't wipe your data, but it's not a risk worth taking uninsured. Also note your iPhone's IMEI and current iOS version beforehand, an AASP will typically ask for this during intake.
Where to Get It Done
Only get iPhone screens replaced at an Apple Authorized Service Provider. You can locate your nearest one directly through Apple's own repair portal, or check our directory below for authorized centers near you.