Other AppleCare - Is it worth it?

[Ryan1524]

Curious what everyone's experiences has been with AppleCare.

I've always bought them, but very rarely used them. It's starting to feel a bit unnecessary, considering how durable these phones are becoming. Not to mention most people use cases anyway.

Have you benefited from AppleCare? Have you ever regretted not having them? Will you buy AppleCare on your next phone?

 

[NewYorkRanger]

If you buy your phone with a credit card, depending on your card, you have no need to buy additional insurance, your credit card covers and extends the warranty on things you buy, usually doubling it and covers accidental damage and even loss or theft.

 

[JPack]

Butterfingers, pets, kids, use your phone next to the toilet, or want to go caseless? Buy AppleCare+. For everyone else, save the money, and pay with Amex for extended warranty.

 

[HandsomeDanNZ]

I have used AppleCare a couple of times - screen replacement on both Apple Watch and on iPhone.

The ability to get a replacement of an Apple Watch with a new (or refurbished) model for a fraction of the price makes it very reasonable.

 

[Traverse]

I have only used AppleCare twice in 10 years. These are expensive devices and I do not want to go without some sort of protection. If I am being honest, the biggest benefit I get from AppleCare is a slight amount of mental relief. That is worth a couple dollars a month to me

 

[ericg301]

If you have a Wells Fargo credit card and use it to pay your wireless bill, you can get up to $600 in coverage, twice a year:https://www.wellsfargo.com/credit-cards/features/cell-phone-protection/

I've used it several times for screen replacements over the year—no problem.

I do buy AppleCare for watches.

 

[CMoore515]

AppleCare has saved me countless times with Mac repairs, iPhone screen replacements, and even an Apple Pencil replacement.

My philosophy is I may not NEED it. But the minute I don’t have something covered is when I’ll need it.

YMMV of course, but that’s my 2 cents.

 

[iHeartsteve]

Gives me peace of mind