TipsMarch 15, 2026 5 min
Cracked screen: repair or replace with a refurbished phone?
When repair is worth it — and when a refurbished phone is the smarter move.
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The 50% rule
If the repair costs more than 50% of your phone's used value, switching to refurbished usually wins.
Real examples
- Used iPhone 11: $250. Screen repair: $180. → Refurbished is smarter.
- Used iPhone 14: $600. Screen repair: $280. → Repair makes sense.
Think about warranty
A repaired phone is no longer covered by Apple. A CoinMobile refurbished device comes with a full 12-month warranty.