A replacement screen for the iPhone 16 family costs from £34.98 (iPhone 16 Plus, budget LCD) up to £149.98 (iPhone 16 Pro, original LTPO OLED) in the UK — the exact price depends on your model and whether you choose an LCD or OLED panel. The 16 Plus and 16 Pro are sold with a genuine choice of screen type; the base iPhone 16 currently only stocks the OLED option. This guide covers real prices, the LCD vs OLED decision, model identification, and where to go next for the specific repair situation you're in.
iPhone 16 family screen prices (UK, live stock)
Prices below are live at The Repair Plus — click through to buy directly, and always check the individual listing for current stock before ordering, since prices and availability move with supply.
| Model | Screen type | Price |
|---|---|---|
| iPhone 16 | OLED (Super Retina XDR) | £139.98 |
| iPhone 16 Plus | LCD (in-cell, budget) | £34.98 |
| iPhone 16 Plus | OLED (original) | £145.98 |
| iPhone 16 Pro | LCD (in-cell, budget) | £45.98 |
| iPhone 16 Pro | OLED (LTPO, original) | £149.98 |
iPhone 16 Pro Max: we don't currently have a Pro Max screen in stock — check back, or get in touch for a restock estimate. We'd rather tell you honestly than link you to a page with nothing to sell you.
Which model do I actually have?
Direct answer: check Settings > General > About on the phone, or the model info on the original box — don't rely on appearance alone. The 16 and 16 Plus look near-identical except for size, and the 16 and 16 Pro are genuinely easy to mix up in photos despite using different screen technology entirely. Our full iPhone model identification guide covers every method in detail, including what to do if the phone won't power on and Settings isn't accessible.
Is it definitely the screen?
Before ordering, confirm the fault is actually the display rather than the battery, motherboard, or a software issue that a hardware part won't fix.
| Symptom | Likely cause | Screen fixes it? |
|---|---|---|
| Black screen, but the phone still vibrates or rings | Failed display, board OK | Yes |
| Cracked glass, touch still responds | Broken glass/digitiser | Yes |
| Touch unresponsive or erratic after a drop | Damaged digitiser | Yes |
| Lines, flicker or discolouration | Damaged display panel | Yes |
| Completely dead — no vibration, no charging light | Battery or motherboard fault | No — check power first |
Our full iPhone screen diagnosis guide covers this in more depth, including the specific case of a Face ID fault after a drop, which isn't always a screen-only fix.
LCD or OLED: which should you buy?
Where both are offered (16 Plus, 16 Pro), the LCD in-cell option is the budget choice at roughly a quarter of the OLED price, and the OLED is the closer match to the original factory display. Neither is a compromise — both fully restore display and touch function; the difference is panel technology, colour accuracy and price. See our full LCD vs OLED comparison for how to decide based on your specific situation, including brightness, colour accuracy and what we genuinely don't know without lab testing.
Why iPhone 16 prices vary so much by model and type
Three factors explain the £34.98–£149.98 spread in the table above. First, panel technology: LCD is inherently a cheaper part to source than OLED, industry-wide, not just on Apple devices. Second, model size and specification: the Pro models use more advanced display technology (LTPO adaptive refresh) than the standard and Plus models, which costs more to replicate in a replacement part. Third, general supply and demand for a given model's parts — newer, still-in-high-demand models can command different pricing than older stock as availability shifts over time.
Model-specific guides
- iPhone 16 Plus screen replacement: full guide
- iPhone 16 Pro screen replacement: full guide
- iPhone screen replacement cost, every model 11–16 compared
Not sure it's the screen, or whether to bother fixing it? See our guides to a cracked screen that still works, fitting it yourself, and whether it's worth repairing at all versus upgrading.
Why the iPhone 16 range is more confusing to buy for than earlier generations
Apple's iPhone 16 line introduced something the 11–15 generations mostly didn't: a genuine choice of display technology within the same model. Historically, if you knew your iPhone generation and size (standard, Plus, Pro, Pro Max), you knew what screen you needed — one part, one price. On the 16 Plus and 16 Pro, that's no longer true; the same physical phone can be repaired with either an LCD or an OLED replacement, at meaningfully different price points, and getting this decision wrong doesn't mean the part won't fit — it means you've potentially overpaid or under-specified without realising there was a choice at all. This guide exists specifically because that choice isn't obvious from a quick search, and most competing content still treats iPhone screens as a single-price, single-option purchase per model.
What actually happens if you order the wrong screen type
Unlike ordering the wrong model entirely — which simply won't fit — ordering the "wrong" screen type for your situation (say, paying OLED prices when LCD would have suited you fine, or the reverse) will fit and work, but won't match what you actually wanted. This is a decision-quality problem, not a compatibility problem, which is exactly why it's worth reading the LCD vs OLED comparison before ordering rather than defaulting to whichever option appears first in search results.
A note on iPhone 16 Pro Max stock
We've been upfront above that a Pro Max screen isn't currently in our range, and it's worth explaining why we handle it this way rather than simply omitting the model from this guide. Repair-parts stock genuinely fluctuates — a model that's unavailable this month may be back in stock next month as supply catches up with demand for a still-relatively-new release. Rather than publish a product listing with no real inventory behind it, or silently leave Pro Max buyers with no information at all, we're stating the position clearly here and pointing you to get in touch for a current estimate.
Fitting: what's actually involved
All iPhone 16 screens are glued in place with the battery sitting directly underneath, so fitting is a moderate-to-advanced DIY repair rather than a simple snap-in swap. The general process is the same across the 16, 16 Plus and 16 Pro: remove the two pentalobe screws by the charging port, warm the edges to soften the adhesive seal, disconnect the battery before any other cable, then transfer the display and digitiser cables across. Our full step-by-step DIY fitting guide covers every stage, including the most common mistakes that turn a straightforward repair into a costly one. If you'd rather not do it yourself, buying the part here and having a technician fit it still saves their parts markup versus a shop supplying and fitting their own screen.
Choosing the right model and screen type: a quick reference
| Your situation | Recommended choice |
|---|---|
| Lowest cost, short-term ownership | LCD option where available (16 Plus or 16 Pro) |
| Keeping the phone long-term, want closest match to original | OLED option, particularly on the Pro for LTPO/ProMotion behaviour |
| Standard iPhone 16 owner | OLED is currently the only option we stock |
| iPhone 16 Pro Max owner | Not currently in stock — get in touch for a restock estimate |
| Not sure which model you have | Check Settings > General > About before ordering anything |
What "OEM" and "original-specification" mean on these listings
Where we describe a screen as "original" or "original-specification" (as with the OLED options above), we mean the part is built to match Apple's factory display in construction and performance, as closely as the aftermarket parts industry is able to replicate — not that it is a genuine Apple-manufactured component removed from another device. This distinction matters because it affects expectations: these are high-quality replacement parts that fully restore function and closely match original performance, not used Apple-sourced panels. If a listing's specification matters to your decision — for resale, trade-in, or personal preference — check the individual product page, which states exactly what's supplied.
How this compares to third-party repair pricing
We don't operate physical repair shops ourselves, so we can't quote you a fitted price directly, but publicly advertised high-street screen repair pricing for recent iPhone models commonly runs well above our part-only prices once labour is included — often £80–£150 or more depending on the shop and model.1 Buying the part from us and fitting it yourself, or buying the part and paying a technician for labour only, is consistently the lower-cost route if you're comfortable managing the process yourself rather than paying a shop to supply and fit their own part.
Trust and support when you order
Every screen listed above ships with our standard 30-day returns cover for faulty items, dispatched same working day when ordered before 4pm on a weekday. If you're not certain which model or screen type applies to your phone, our UK-based customer service team is available 10am–6pm to help you confirm before you buy, rather than after a part turns up that doesn't match what you needed. This matters more on iPhone than on many other brands, since Apple pairs components tightly by model — an incorrectly identified screen is far more likely to simply fail to connect than to fit loosely and work anyway, which makes getting the identification right before ordering worth the extra two minutes it takes, and avoids the hassle of a return altogether.
Delivery & returns
- Same working-day dispatch on orders placed before 4:00pm, Monday to Friday.
- 30-day returns if an item arrives faulty.
- UK-based customer service, 10:00am to 6:00pm.
Frequently asked questions
How much is an iPhone 16 screen replacement in the UK?
From £34.98 (iPhone 16 Plus LCD) to £149.98 (iPhone 16 Pro OLED), depending on model and screen type. Fitting it yourself is free; a repair shop adds labour.
What's the difference between the LCD and OLED options?
LCD (in-cell) is the budget option; OLED is the original-spec panel with deeper contrast. Both restore full display and touch function — see our LCD vs OLED guide for the full comparison.
Is an iPhone 16 Pro Max screen available?
Not currently in stock. Check back or get in touch for a restock estimate — we'd rather tell you honestly than link you to an empty page.
Can I tell my iPhone 16 apart from a 16 Pro just by looking at it?
Not reliably — the two can look very similar in casual comparison despite using different screen technology. Check Settings > General > About for certainty before ordering.
Does the price include fitting?
No — these are part prices only. Fitting it yourself is free; a repair shop charges labour on top of the part.
Will replacing my iPhone 16 screen affect Face ID?
Not typically if the fault was isolated to the display, but Face ID depends on sensor components near the screen — test it before fully sealing the phone. See our diagnosis guide for more on this specific case.
What does "original-specification" mean on your OLED listings?
It means the part is built to match Apple's factory display in construction and performance as closely as possible — not a used Apple-sourced panel. See the product listing for the exact specification.
Is it cheaper to fit the screen myself or pay a technician?
Fitting it yourself is free beyond the part cost. Paying a technician for labour only, using a part you've supplied, is typically cheaper than a shop supplying and fitting their own screen.
How does your pricing compare to a high-street repair shop?
Publicly advertised fitted repair pricing for recent iPhone models commonly runs well above our part-only prices once labour is included. Buying the part and fitting it yourself, or paying for labour only, is generally the lower-cost route.
1. Indicative UK high-street repair pricing from publicly advertised third-party sources, current at time of writing — not The Repair Plus's own service, as we do not offer in-person fitting. Prices vary by shop and change frequently.