Apple Launches $20 AppleCare One Plan for Multi-Device Protection

If you own more than one Apple product, you’re probably juggling multiple AppleCare+ plans or skipping them altogether. But that changes now. Apple just launched AppleCare One, a new subscription that covers multiple Apple devices under a single plan. It’s simpler, more flexible, and for many users, cheaper too.

AppleCare One: New $20/Month Protection Plan

AppleCare One is a monthly subscription service that lets you protect up to three Apple devices for $19.99/month. Want to add more? You can add each extra device for $5.99/month. You get the same benefits as AppleCare+, but in one neat bundle. It supports iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, MacBook, AirPods, HomePod, Apple TV and even the Vision Pro headset.

With AppleCare One, you’re not missing out on anything. All the key protections from AppleCare+ are here:

• Unlimited accidental damage repairs (for drops, spills, and more)
• Battery service if your battery health drops below 80%
• 24/7 priority support from Apple experts
• Apple-certified repairs, including on-site or mail-in service
• Theft and Loss coverage, now expanded to iPads and Apple Watches, not just iPhones

You can also swap devices in and out of your plan anytime. So if you trade in your iPhone, the new one can automatically take its place in your coverage.

You Can Finally Cover Older Devices Too

Previously, you had just 60 days after purchase to add AppleCare+ to a device. AppleCare One changes that. You can now add most products up to four years old, as long as they’re in good condition. Headphones, however, must be less than a year old.

To make sure a device qualifies, Apple might ask you to run a diagnostic test using your iPhone or visit an Apple Store.

How Much Can You Save?

Because the pricing doesn’t change based on device type, AppleCare One can save you money, especially if you have multiple devices. For example:

• Covering an iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch with AppleCare+ would usually cost about $21/month. With AppleCare One, it’s just $19.99/month.
• Add a fourth device, and you still save compared to buying separate plans. A MacBook, iPhone, iPad, and Watch setup would cost around $29/month individually, but only $25.98/month with AppleCare One.

So yes, the savings add up, but more importantly, you don’t have to manage multiple plans anymore.

What About Users in iPhone Upgrade Program?

If you’re on the iPhone Upgrade Program, your monthly payment already includes AppleCare+. Apple now says you can move that coverage to AppleCare One instead.

You’ll need to contact Apple Support to unbundle AppleCare+ from your loan, then add the iPhone to AppleCare One. This can lower your Upgrade Program payment, but the switch isn’t seamless. It may make your next iPhone upgrade a bit trickier since the system expects the bundled plan.

For most users, it’s easier to keep the included AppleCare+ and use AppleCare One for other devices. But if you’re managing multiple products, moving everything under one plan could still be worth it.

Any leftover AppleCare+ balance is refunded as an Apple Gift Card once the new plan starts.

A Few Things to Keep in Mind with AppleCare One

Before you jump in, here are some small but important limitations to be aware of. These could affect how well the plan fits your setup.

• It’s tied to your Apple ID. Only devices signed in to your Apple account can be added.
• No yearly payment option. It’s month-to-month only.
• Available only in the U.S. for now.
• Theft and Loss coverage includes up to three claims per year for iPhone, iPad, or Apple Watch.

When and Where Can You Get It?

AppleCare One officially launches July 24. You can sign up directly from your iPhone, iPad, Mac, or by visiting an Apple Store. If you already have AppleCare+ on your devices, you can upgrade to AppleCare One and transfer your coverage. The process is simple: go to your Apple ID > Subscriptions in your iPhone/iPad settings, choose to switch plans if you’re eligible, confirm devices, and agree to cancel your old AppleCare+ plan.

That’s all; Apple handles the rest, no extra steps required. After your old plan is cancelled, Apple refunds the unused value of those plans as an Apple Gift Card, sent via email once your new plan activates. You can use this Gift Card later for purchasing other Apple items.

Also Read:

• How to use Apple’s Self Service Repair Program
• How to Contact Apple Support: Chat, Call, or Book Appointment
• Apple Service Programs: How to Get Free Fixes Even Without Warranty
• AppleCare One vs AppleCare+: Which One Should You Choose