The iPhone 17 Pro Max is Apple’s most expensive phone. It starts at £1,199 and goes up from there depending on storage. When something breaks, the repair bill reflects that premium.
But “expensive phone” does not have to mean “expensive repair.” The cost depends entirely on where you go and what needs fixing. This guide gives you real UK repair prices for the most common iPhone 17 Pro Max faults, compares your options, and helps you decide whether to repair or replace.
iPhone 17 Pro Max Repair Prices at Phone Clinic
Here is what you will pay for the most common iPhone 17 Pro Max repairs at Phone Clinic. Each store sets its own pricing, which is why you see a range rather than a single figure.
| Repair | Phone Clinic Price |
|---|---|
| OLED screen replacement | £220 to £265 |
| Battery replacement | £110 to £135 |
| Back glass replacement | £130 to £145 |
| Charging port repair | £110 to £125 |
These prices include the parts and the labour. There are no hidden charges added on at the end. You get a fixed quote before any work starts, and that is the price you pay.
How Phone Clinic Compares to Apple
Apple offers out of warranty repairs through its stores and authorised service providers. The pricing is higher, but you get genuine Apple parts.
| Repair | Apple (Out of Warranty) | Phone Clinic |
|---|---|---|
| Screen replacement | £349+ | £220 to £265 |
| Battery replacement | £129+ | £110 to £135 |
| Back glass | £199+ | £130 to £145 |
The trade off is straightforward. Apple uses original manufacturer parts and charges a premium for them. Phone Clinic uses quality replacement parts that match the original display specifications, at a lower price. Both options give you a working phone back.
One practical difference: Apple’s repair service can take several days if you post the phone in, or you need to book a Genius Bar appointment at a physical store. Phone Clinic completes most repairs the same day, often within the hour.
For a wider look at how iPhone screen repair costs compare across models, our iPhone screen repair cost guide covers the full range from iPhone 12 through to the latest models.
iPhone 17 Pro Max Screen Replacement
The screen is the most common repair on the iPhone 17 Pro Max. The 6.9 inch OLED display is large, bright, and unfortunately exposed on a phone this size. Despite the Ceramic Shield front glass, drops onto hard surfaces still crack it.
What is included in a screen replacement? The entire display assembly comes out as one unit: the OLED panel, the digitiser (touch layer), and the outer glass. They are bonded together and cannot be separated. The replacement screen includes all three layers.
Does Face ID still work after a screen replacement? Yes. Face ID is not part of the screen assembly. It is housed in the Dynamic Island cutout module, which stays in place during a screen repair. Your Face ID will work normally after the repair without needing to be reconfigured.
What about True Tone? True Tone adjusts screen colour temperature based on ambient lighting. On recent iPhone models, True Tone data can sometimes be transferred to the new screen during the repair process. If it cannot be transferred, the phone still works perfectly, you just lose the automatic colour adjustment.
At Phone Clinic, an iPhone 17 Pro Max screen replacement costs £220 to £265. Every OLED screen repair comes with a 12 month warranty.
iPhone 17 Pro Max Battery Replacement
The iPhone 17 Pro Max has a 5,088 mAh battery, the largest Apple has put in an iPhone. It is designed to last all day and beyond for most users. But like every lithium ion battery, it loses capacity over time.
Apple considers a battery to be consumed when it falls below 80% of its original capacity. You can check your battery health by going to Settings, then Battery, then Battery Health and Charging. If the Maximum Capacity is below 80%, a replacement will make a noticeable difference.
Common signs that your battery needs replacing: the phone dies before the end of the day under normal use, it shuts down unexpectedly at 15% or 20%, or it gets unusually warm during light tasks.
At Phone Clinic, an iPhone 17 Pro Max battery replacement costs £110 to £135. If you want to understand more about when a battery replacement is actually needed versus when the problem is something else, our battery replacement signs guide walks through the key indicators.
iPhone 17 Pro Max Back Glass Replacement
The iPhone 17 Pro Max has a glass back with an aluminium frame. Apple switched from titanium to aluminium for the iPhone 17 series, which changed the weight and feel of the phone but did not change the fact that glass breaks when it hits the ground.
A cracked back glass is mostly cosmetic, but it does reduce the phone’s water resistance and can eventually let dust and moisture reach the internals. It is worth fixing, even if the phone still works fine with a cracked back.
At Phone Clinic, back glass replacement on the iPhone 17 Pro Max costs £130 to £145.
iPhone 17 Pro Max Charging Port Repair
If your iPhone 17 Pro Max will not charge, charges slowly, or only charges when the cable is held at a certain angle, the charging port is the most likely cause.
Before paying for a repair, try cleaning the port first. Pocket lint compacts at the bottom of the USB C port over time and stops the cable from clicking in properly. Use a wooden toothpick or plastic dental pick to gently clear any debris. Never use a metal tool.
If cleaning does not fix the problem, the port itself may need replacing. At Phone Clinic, a charging port repair on the iPhone 17 Pro Max costs £110 to £125.
Is It Worth Repairing the iPhone 17 Pro Max?
The iPhone 17 Pro Max starts at £1,199 new. Here is how the repair costs compare.
| Repair | Cost | Percentage of New Phone Price |
|---|---|---|
| Screen | £220 to £265 | 18% to 22% |
| Battery | £110 to £135 | 9% to 11% |
| Back glass | £130 to £145 | 11% to 12% |
| Charging port | £110 to £125 | 9% to 10% |
Every single repair costs well under a quarter of the price of a new phone. Even if you needed a screen replacement and a battery swap done at the same time, the combined cost would still be under a third of buying new.
The phone launched in September 2025, which means even the earliest models are not yet a year old at the time of writing. These phones have years of software updates ahead of them. Apple typically supports iPhones for six to seven years, so an iPhone 17 Pro Max will receive updates into at least 2031.
Unless the phone has suffered catastrophic damage to the logic board or frame, repair is almost always the better financial decision. Our repair vs upgrade guide covers how to make that call for any phone.
What to Expect When You Bring It In
Walk in to any of our 14 UK stores or book an appointment online. You can also use our mail in service if there is no store near you.
The technician inspects the phone and gives you a fixed quote. If you are happy with the price, the repair goes ahead. Most iPhone repairs are completed the same day, many within the hour.
Your data stays on the phone throughout. A screen, battery, back glass, or charging port repair does not involve wiping the device. Your photos, apps, and messages will be exactly where you left them.
Every repair is covered by our warranty. If something is not right with the replacement part, bring it back to the same store and we will sort it out.
Our no fix, no fee policy means you do not pay if we cannot fix the problem. There is no risk in having it assessed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does iPhone 17 Pro Max screen repair cost in the UK?
At Phone Clinic, an iPhone 17 Pro Max OLED screen replacement costs between £220 and £265, depending on which store you visit. This includes the full display assembly and labour. Apple’s out of warranty screen repair for the same phone starts at around £349. Both options will give you a fully working screen, but independent repair is faster and more affordable.
How long does an iPhone 17 Pro Max repair take?
Most iPhone 17 Pro Max repairs at Phone Clinic are completed the same day. Screen replacements and battery swaps are typically done within an hour. Back glass and charging port repairs may take slightly longer depending on the specific damage. Walk in customers and booked appointments are both welcome.
Will I lose my data during an iPhone 17 Pro Max repair?
No. Screen replacements, battery swaps, back glass repairs, and charging port repairs do not involve wiping the phone. Your photos, messages, apps, and settings will remain exactly where they are. The only situation where data might be affected is if the logic board itself needs replacing, which is rare.
Does the iPhone 17 Pro Max have a titanium frame?
No. Apple used titanium on the iPhone 15 Pro Max and iPhone 16 Pro Max, but switched back to aluminium for the iPhone 17 Pro Max. The aluminium frame is lighter and still durable, but it is a different material than the previous two generations.
What warranty do I get on an iPhone 17 Pro Max screen repair?
OLED screen replacements at Phone Clinic come with a 12 month warranty. If a fault develops with the replacement screen during that period, bring it back to the same store where the repair was done and it will be resolved at no extra cost. The warranty covers defects in the replacement part, not new accidental damage.
Can I get my iPhone 17 Pro Max repaired under AppleCare+ instead?
If you purchased AppleCare+ when you bought the phone, you can get accidental damage repaired through Apple for a fixed excess fee (typically £25 for screen damage or £79 for other accidental damage). Check your coverage in Settings, then General, then About. If you do not have AppleCare+, an independent repair shop like Phone Clinic will be the more affordable option.