How much does phone repair cost? The honest answer: it depends on model, part and fault. Below are real indicative ranges for the most common repairs in Bucharest, what drives price, and how to avoid overpaying.
Indicative prices by repair type
Ranges below are indicative — at NEXX GSM the exact cost is always confirmed after diagnostics, before work starts. Nobody can quote correctly “blind” without seeing the phone.
| Repair | Budget / mid phones (A series, Xiaomi, Huawei) | Flagship (iPhone, Galaxy S/Note) |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostics | from ~60 RON — usually deducted from the repair if you stay with us | |
| Battery replacement | ~150–250 RON | ~200–450 RON |
| Display / screen | ~250–500 RON (compatible) | from ~500 RON to over 1,500 RON (OLED / Service Pack) |
| Charging port | cleaning from ~60–100 RON; flex replace ~150–300 RON | ~200–400 RON, by model |
| Back glass | ~150–300 RON | ~200–500 RON (laser procedures on iPhone) |
| Rear / front camera | ~150–350 RON | ~250–700 RON |
| Board / liquid repair | quoted individually after diagnostics — from ~150 RON (cleaning) up to hundreds of RON (component-level) | |
What drives repair price
- Phone model. The same job costs differently on a Galaxy A15 vs an iPhone 15 Pro — flagship parts are significantly more expensive and procedures more complex.
- Part quality. Displays usually have 2–3 options: Service Pack / OEM, high-grade compatible, and economy compatible. Price and warranty can differ 2–3×. See the parts quality guide.
- Fault type. A dirty port may need cleaning (low cost); a lifted port needs resoldering; a burned charging circuit needs board work. From outside all three look like “won’t charge”.
- Model age. Very old or very new models can be hard to source — price rises or lead time grows.
- Device history. Prior liquid, careless repairs or missing screws complicate the job — correct diagnostics come before any firm price.
Why we don’t publish fixed price lists
Because a fixed “internet” price is either padded to cover every case, or changes when you arrive. The right process: diagnostics → explain findings → confirm cost and timing → repair only if you agree. At NEXX GSM diagnostics start from ~60 RON and are usually deducted from the repair if work stays with us.
“The most common pleasant surprise in our shop: the customer is sure the battery or even the board must be replaced, and the issue is a dirty port or a bad cable. That’s why I insist on diagnostics before any price — you pay for what the phone has, not what it seems to have.”— Dmytro Plevan, Technician · NEXX GSM founder
Repair or replace the phone?
Our practical rule: if the repair exceeds ~50–60% of the phone’s market value, we discuss seriously whether it’s worth it. Exceptions that favor repair: data on the phone, a model you like and can’t easily replace, or a battery/screen that extends life another ~2 years at low cost. We tell you honestly at diagnostics which scenario you’re in.
Warranty — the part of the price you don’t see
A lower price with a weak part and no warranty is often more expensive long term. At NEXX GSM every job comes with 3–12 months warranty (depending on part and work), confirmed at handover with the part type fitted. When comparing shops, compare three things: price, part type and warranty.
How to get a quick estimate
- WhatsApp (+40 758 117 409) the exact model and a photo of the issue — you get an indicative range.
- For a firm price: bring the phone for diagnostics — Calea Șerban Vodă 43, Sector 4, near Tineretului metro (Mon–Fri 10:00–18:00).
- The confirmed cost before work does not change without your agreement.
FAQ
How much does a screen replacement cost?
Budget/mid phones with a compatible part: roughly 250–500 RON. Flagships with original OLED: from ~500 RON to over 1,500 RON depending on model. Always ask which display type will be fitted.
How much does a battery cost?
Roughly 150–250 RON on accessible models and 200–450 RON on flagships, parts and labour included. On iPhone we also check real consumption, not only Battery Health %.
Why do prices differ so much between shops?
Usually part quality (Service Pack vs economy copy), warranty offered, and how diagnostics are done. A very low price with a weak part often gets paid twice. Compare part and warranty, not only the number.
Is diagnostics paid?
At NEXX GSM diagnostics start from ~60 RON and are usually deducted from the repair if work stays with us. If repair isn’t worth it or isn’t possible, you only pay the agreed diagnostics — no hidden fees.
Can the confirmed price change during repair?
Not without your agreement. If we find something extra when opening (e.g. old oxidation), we call, explain, and you decide whether to continue.