Iphone 18 Pro Receives Low Repairability Score From Ifixit

WHO:

Wired - Apple is the manufacturer of the iPhone 18 Pro.

CNET - iFixit conducted the teardown of the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max.

WHAT:

Wired - The iPhone 18 Pro's repairability score is considered "pretty good for an iPhone," according to iFixit, despite Apple's history of making products less repairable.

Wired - The iPhone 18 Pro received a low repairability score from iFixit.

CNET - Most repairs on the iPhone 18 Pro require removing the screen, which has a delicate plastic frame backing.

HOW:

CNET - The teardown process revealed that the screen is difficult to remove due to its delicate construction.

(UPDATED September 21, 2026 15:58 UTC)

The iPhone 18 Pro has received a repairability score that iFixit describes as "pretty good for an iPhone." This is notable given Apple's history of designing products that are often less repairable. The assessment highlights a shift in approach for the tech giant, potentially making it easier for users to fix their devices.

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(UPDATED September 21, 2026 15:01 UTC)

Apple has officially launched the iPhone 18 Pro, which has received a low repairability score from iFixit following their recent teardown of both the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max. The teardown revealed that most repairs on the iPhone 18 Pro require removing the screen, which is challenging due to its delicate plastic frame backing. iFixit noted that the screen's difficult removal process highlights the complexities involved in repairing this latest model.