The iPhone 13 has recently been named one of the most straightforward models to repair at home, according to a report by ElectronicsHub.
iPhone 13 ranks as one of the easiest smartphones to repair at home compared to its Android counterparts
The report analyzed hundreds of repair guides for 228 smartphone models from iFixit, a company that provides guides and tools for people to repair their devices. The analysis found that fixing devices at home is a popular alternative to corporate repair programs that are typically expensive.
Interestingly, Apple outperforms all other brands on the list of smartphones that are the simplest to repair. The iPhone 11 Pro Max, iPhone 13, iPhone 14, and iPhone 12 are all featured on the list due to their fast repair times and user-friendly repair guides. The oldest iPhone in the group ranked the highest, which is impressive considering the rapid advancement of smartphone technology in recent years.
In fourth place, the iPhone 11 Pro Max had an average repair time of 63.2 minutes, and the iPhone 13 in fifth place was at 67.8 minutes. The iPhone 14, in eighth place, had a repair time of 47.7 minutes, and the iPhone 12 rounded out the list in tenth at 72.2 minutes.
Despite Apple’s contentious history with the Right to Repair movement, the company has made self-repair of their iPhones easier by allowing customers to obtain specific model parts, tools, and manuals directly from the company. This move has undoubtedly contributed to their position as the leader in DIY repairability.
On the other hand, Google’s Pixel 7 is one of the most difficult phones to repair and takes the longest, with an average repair taking 60.3 minutes. Meanwhile, the Motorola Moto G7 is the easiest to fix, with the shortest average time of 25 minutes.
The ability to repair devices at home has become increasingly popular, with many people opting to fix their devices rather than paying high repair costs or upgrading to a new model. In addition, repairing a device at home also reduces electronic waste and contributes to a more sustainable future.
In conclusion, the iPhone 13 is one of the most straightforward models to repair at home, beating out Android flagships from Google and Samsung. Apple’s commitment to DIY repairability is commendable. Its Self Service Repair program that allows customers to obtain genuine parts, tools, and manuals to repair the latest iPhone models is a step in the right direction.
