Fairphone 5
2023
- Modular design — replace parts without tools
- Parts available directly from manufacturer
- 8 years of software updates guaranteed
Not every smartphone is equal when it comes to repair. Compare the latest models based on how easy they are to open, fix and maintain.
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How do brands compare on average for repairability?
| Merk | Gem. score | Openness | Parts | Documentation | Software | Oordeel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fairphone | 9.2 | Excellent | ||||
| Samsung | 7.4 | Good | ||||
| 7.2 | Good | |||||
| Apple | 6.4 | Good | ||||
| Motorola | 5.7 | Fair | ||||
| OnePlus | 5.7 | Fair |
Our repairability scores summarize four pillars that capture how workable repairs are on a smartphone.
How workable is chassis access? What driver types appear and how tolerant is the enclosure to opening attempts?
Can you buy batteries, displays and sub-assemblies within a sensible price envelope from OEM or reputable independents?
Are there public repair manuals, schematics or at least teardown-grade guidance for indie shops?
Does calibration software block swaps? Can modular repairs happen without wiping biometric or RF features?
Pick a smartphone you can actually maintain—better for your budget and the planet.
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