What’s the difference between AppleCare+ and AppleCare One?
AppleCare+ and AppleCare One are Apple's two extended warranty options, aimed at different types of customers depending on how many devices they own. AppleCare+ covers a single device per plan and remains the more cost-effective choice for owners of just one Apple product, while AppleCare One is a subscription covering up to three devices at once, making it better value for households or individuals with multiple Apple products, though it is currently limited to the US, UK, France, Germany and Australia.
Both plans offer the same core benefits, including unlimited accidental damage repairs, 24/7 priority support, and servicing at Apple Stores or Authorised Service Providers worldwide, alongside device-specific perks such as free battery replacements once health drops to 80%, and theft and loss cover (up to two claims a year) for iPhones, iPads and Apple Watches. AppleCare+ pricing varies by device, ranging from around $10 a month for the iPhone 17e to $14 a month for the iPhone 17 Pro Max, whereas AppleCare One costs a flat $20 a month for three devices, with extra devices added for $6 each provided they meet age eligibility rules (generally under four years old, or one year for headphones). Service fees and deductibles still apply under both plans, such as $29 for iPhone screen repairs or $149 for theft/loss replacement.
- AppleCare+ covers one device; AppleCare One covers up to three for $20/month.
- AppleCare One is only available in five countries so far.
- Both share the same repair, support and theft/loss benefits.
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Apple sells its extended warranty and repair cover under two schemes, and the choice mostly comes down to how many Apple devices someone owns. AppleCare+ has been around for years and covers one device per plan, making it the simpler and usually cheaper option for someone with just a single iPhone, iPad or Mac. AppleCare One is Apple's newer subscription-style plan, letting a customer cover up to three devices under one monthly payment, which suits people or households juggling several Apple products at once.
Both schemes give access to the same basic protections, such as unlimited repairs for accidental damage, round-the-clock technical support, and servicing through Apple Stores or approved repair providers worldwide. They also share extras like free battery swaps once a device's battery health falls below a certain level, and cover for lost or stolen devices, though customers still pay small fees for individual repairs or replacements. AppleCare One is currently only available in a handful of countries, including the US, UK, France, Germany and Australia.
The comparison matters because it affects how much people pay to protect increasingly expensive devices, and because Apple's shift toward bundling multiple gadgets under one subscription reflects a wider trend of tech firms encouraging customers to buy into an ecosystem of products rather than a single device.