AppleCare One launches as a single plan to cover multiple Apple devices

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Apple is rolling out AppleCare One, a new monthly subscription plan that lets users cover multiple Apple devices under a single account for a flat rate.

AppleCare One. Image source: Apple

Starting July 24, Apple customers in the U.S. can subscribe to AppleCare One for $19.99 per month, which covers up to three devices. Each additional device can be added for $5.99 a month.

Unlike separate AppleCare+ plans, the new service bundles support and protection into a single subscription. AppleCare One streamlines coverage across iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and more.

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A unified support plan for Apple users

AppleCare One includes all the features of AppleCare+, including accidental damage coverage, 24/7 priority support, battery service, and access to Apple-certified repairs. For the first time, theft and loss coverage now extends to iPad and Apple Watch.

The pricing doesn't change based on the type of devices being covered. That means a customer who covers an iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch under AppleCare One could save up to $11 per month compared to paying for individual plans.

Devices can be swapped in and out of the plan at any time, and trade-ins through Apple will automatically replace the old device with the new one on the plan.

Older devices now eligible for coverage

AppleCare One also opens the door to cover devices already in use. Eligible devices up to four years old can be added to an existing plan, provided they're in good condition.

The pricing doesn't change based on the type of devices being covered. Image credit: Apple

Verification may require running a diagnostic on an iPhone or visiting an Apple Store.

For example, a customer could subscribe to AppleCare One when purchasing a new MacBook Pro, then add their existing iPhone 16 and Apple Watch to the same plan. As the hardware portfolio grows, the cost scales predictably and keeps all coverage under one roof.

The new plan is accessible through Apple's website, retail stores, or directly in the AppleCare & Warranty section on an iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Customers with existing AppleCare+ plans can upgrade to AppleCare One and transfer current coverage.

Customers are eligible to start an AppleCare One plan on a newly purchased device that's still eligible for AppleCare+. Once started, older devices can be added after the required diagnostic or in-store check.

Subscription value & ecosystem play

AppleCare One is designed to meet the needs of multi-device households and long-time Apple users. It simplifies support while reducing costs, particularly for customers who stick within the Apple ecosystem.

The addition of theft and loss protection to more product categories may also reflect customer demand for broader coverage. And the ability to include older devices suggests Apple is trying to bring more of its install base under active service agreements.

With AppleCare One, Apple strengthens both customer retention and recurring revenue. It also makes it easier for users to manage their tech support in one place.

More bite for your byte

AppleCare One can actually save users money, especially if they already have more than one Apple device. For someone with an iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, separate AppleCare+ plans would cost about $21 a month.

The AppleCare One plan covers all three for $19.99, so you save a bit each month without losing any features. The savings grow as more devices are added.

A user with a MacBook Air, iPhone, iPad, and Watch would normally pay close to $29 monthly for individual plans. With AppleCare One, that same setup would cost $25.98. That adds up to nearly $36 a year in savings.

But the real value isn't just the lower price. AppleCare One removes the hassle of managing different plans.

It automatically transfers coverage when you upgrade a device, and it makes it easier to keep older gear protected too. For a lot of people, that convenience alone makes the switch worth it.



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randominternetperson

AppleInsider said:

The pricing doesn't change based on the type of devices being covered. That means a customer who covers an iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch under AppleCare One could save up to $11 per month compared to paying for individual plans.
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AppleCare One can actually save users money, especially if they already have more than one Apple device. For someone with an iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, separate AppleCare+ plans would cost about $21 a month.

The AppleCare One plan covers all three for $19.99, so you save a bit each month without losing any features. The savings grow as more devices are added.

Where does the $11 figure come from? 

robin huber

I have a watch, phone and pad, so does my wife. Is it better to have a separate One plan for each of us, or pay for three add-ons to one overall account? We normally let our initial plans for our desktop Macs lapse when they expire since devices that don’t travel are much less likely to require insurance. Plus iMacs and Minis have proven to be rock solid in our experience. 

robin huber

Would be nice if they offered an online calculator tool to help find which configuration of plans would save most. 

wesley_hilliard

randominternetperson said:

AppleInsider said:

The pricing doesn't change based on the type of devices being covered. That means a customer who covers an iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch under AppleCare One could save up to $11 per month compared to paying for individual plans.
........

AppleCare One can actually save users money, especially if they already have more than one Apple device. For someone with an iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, separate AppleCare+ plans would cost about $21 a month.

The AppleCare One plan covers all three for $19.99, so you save a bit each month without losing any features. The savings grow as more devices are added.

Where does the $11 figure come from? 

Apple provided the figure. There's lots of ways to arrive at different savings, or even AppleCare One costing you more than AppleCare+. You'll have to do the math on a per device basis. For example, Apple Vision Pro alone is $25 a month, so AppleCare One is a good get.

wesley_hilliard

robin huber said:

I have a watch, phone and pad, so does my wife. Is it better to have a separate One plan for each of us, or pay for three add-ons to one overall account? We normally let our initial plans for our desktop Macs lapse when they expire since devices that don’t travel are much less likely to require insurance. Plus iMacs and Minis have proven to be rock solid in our experience. 

The one big drawback of AppleCare One is it is per Apple Account. You can't combine yours and your spouses devices, for example.

robin huber said:

Would be nice if they offered an online calculator tool to help find which configuration of plans would save most. 

I think this would make a good website or app! Apple won't make it, but someone should.

mac_dog

Uh…no. I’ve purchased AppleCare since I’ve had apple products. This is not a savings for me. I’m hoping they still offer annual prices (or they likely jacked up those, too). 

anilu_777

robin huber said:

Would be nice if they offered an online calculator tool to help find which configuration of plans would save most. 

Old fashioned math will tell you that. 

randominternetperson

Wesley_Hilliard said:

randominternetperson said:

AppleInsider said:

The pricing doesn't change based on the type of devices being covered. That means a customer who covers an iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch under AppleCare One could save up to $11 per month compared to paying for individual plans.
........

AppleCare One can actually save users money, especially if they already have more than one Apple device. For someone with an iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, separate AppleCare+ plans would cost about $21 a month.

The AppleCare One plan covers all three for $19.99, so you save a bit each month without losing any features. The savings grow as more devices are added.

Where does the $11 figure come from? 

Apple provided the figure. There's lots of ways to arrive at different savings, or even AppleCare One costing you more than AppleCare+. You'll have to do the math on a per device basis. For example, Apple Vision Pro alone is $25 a month, so AppleCare One is a good get.

Ok, but then "That means a customer who covers an iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch under AppleCare One could save up to $11 per month compared to paying for individual plans." probably should say "depending on your devices" rather than "iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch." Or maybe that for the most expensive iPhone, biggest iPad, and Apple Watch Ultra. Ok whatever.

randominternetperson

FYI, here are the deductibles for theft or loss:

Apple Watch:$119 for theft or loss

iPhone: $149 for theft or loss

iPad: $129 for theft or loss

https://www.apple.com/legal/applecare/fees-deductibles/

eightzero

randominternetperson said:

FYI, here are the deductibles for theft or loss:

Apple Watch:$119 for theft or loss

iPhone: $149 for theft or loss

iPad: $129 for theft or loss

https://www.apple.com/legal/applecare/fees-deductibles/

FWIW, many credit card companies will cover theft or loss with no deductible on iPhone if you pay your cell bill on their card. Not sure, but I think a cell enabled watch would similarly be covered. It is limited to like once every two years, but still...free is a good price. And they do seem to get good reviews from consumers - they actually do pay. 

randominternetperson

eightzero said:

randominternetperson said:

FYI, here are the deductibles for theft or loss:

Apple Watch:$119 for theft or loss

iPhone: $149 for theft or loss

iPad: $129 for theft or loss

https://www.apple.com/legal/applecare/fees-deductibles/

FWIW, many credit card companies will cover theft or loss with no deductible on iPhone if you pay your cell bill on their card. Not sure, but I think a cell enabled watch would similarly be covered. It is limited to like once every two years, but still...free is a good price. And they do seem to get good reviews from consumers - they actually do pay. 

That's an excellent reminder. Check your credit card benefits page. Many also add on an extra year of warrantee for products.

jamnap

Great, but now Apple really needs to offer an Apple One plan without Arcade.  Why does Apple think everyone wants Arcade?.  I would like a reasonably priced Apple One that bundles ATV+, Music and iCloud+.  Why is this so difficult for Apple marketing to offer? Not everyone wants to play games.

dewme

I'll definitely have to check this out and read all of the fine print. I currently have quite a few individual AppleCare+ subscriptions and this may save me a little bit of cash or simply reduce the number of monthly or yearly invoices I have to deal with. Simplification and convenience can be just as valuable to me as saving a few dollars every month. 

wesley_hilliard

jamnap said:

Great, but now Apple really needs to offer an Apple One plan without Arcade.  Why does Apple think everyone wants Arcade?.  I would like a reasonably priced Apple One that bundles ATV+, Music and iCloud+.  Why is this so difficult for Apple marketing to offer? Not everyone wants to play games.

It's a value add. It likely costs Apple nothing to include it at every tier, and removing it from the lowest tier wouldn't change the price by much, if at all. So, it's better to include it in every tier for those that will use it than try to offer a meaningless if nonexistent savings by removing it.

Also, more services in the bundle make it appear to be a greater value. It's simple marketing.

tiredskills

jamnap said:

Great, but now Apple really needs to offer an Apple One plan without Arcade.  Why does Apple think everyone wants Arcade?.  I would like a reasonably priced Apple One that bundles ATV+, Music and iCloud+.  Why is this so difficult for Apple marketing to offer? Not everyone wants to play games.

Apple One is cheaper than the iCloud, TV+ and Music subscriptions on its own.  Subscribe, pay less, ignore the games.

king editor the grate

Wesley_Hilliard said:

The one big drawback of AppleCare One is it is per Apple Account. You can't combine yours and your spouses devices, for example.

My wife and I have phones on shared Mapple account.

mknelson

robin huber said:

Would be nice if they offered an online calculator tool to help find which configuration of plans would save most. 

And compare to the buy up front 2 or 3 year plans which over the term are %5-%15 less

pixeltini

$240 a year?? No thanks. If you're the type with the dropsies or who doesn't take care of their things in general, maybe it makes sense.

You can bet Apple has done the math and this is a nice money maker for them.

le studios

Well I verified with T-Mobile about canceling their protection plans. T-Mobile was charging me $18 for iPhone 15 Pro Max, $18 for iPad mini (A17 Pro) and $16 for Apple Watch Series X). AppleCare One covers all three for $19.99 and that includes loss and theft coverage. 

By switching to AppleCare One, I’ll save over $380/year while keeping the same level of protection — and even getting better support directly from Apple with fixed deductibles.

isrs

So,I pay monthly for my iPad Pro and Apple Watch Ultra. I paid the however many years for my AirPods, HomePod and Apple TV, all of which are still in effect. I will probably just add my iPhone 14 Pro Max as the 3rd item, but assume it could be one of the others if I wanted?