MacBook battery replacement with the old battery removed beside an open MacBook
MacBook battery replacement at IT-Tech Online in Melbourne.

MacBook Battery Replacement Melbourne

Pro & Air Models • From $160 • Same-Day Options • 6-Month Warranty

Battery draining quickly, showing Service Recommended, shutting down unexpectedly or beginning to swell? We replace batteries in MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models at our Bentleigh East workshop.

Same-day service is available for stocked models. Every battery replacement includes an initial battery and charging check, free internal dust cleaning and a six-month parts and labour warranty. Send us the model number printed underneath your MacBook for an exact quote.

MacBook battery replacement prices for the models listed below range from $160 to $330. The price includes installation, an initial battery and charging check, free internal dust cleaning, and a six-month parts and labour warranty.

Same-day service is available for many stocked models. Before visiting, call 03 9563 8588 or send us the model number printed underneath the MacBook so we can confirm the exact price and battery availability.

MacBook Pro Battery Replacement Pricing

MacBook Pro modelPrice (AUD)Model number
13-inch MacBook Pro 2009–2012$160A1278
15-inch MacBook Pro 2009–2012$180A1286
17-inch MacBook Pro 2009–2011$180A1297
13-inch MacBook Pro Retina 2012–2015$230A1425, A1502
15-inch MacBook Pro Retina 2012–2015$250A1398
13-inch MacBook Pro 2016–2020$300A1706, A1708, A1989, A2159, A2251, A2289, A2338
15-inch MacBook Pro 2016–2019$330A1707, A1990
14-inch MacBook Pro 2021–2024$330A2442, A2779, A2992
16-inch MacBook Pro 2019–2024$330A2141, A2485, A2780, A2991

MacBook Air Battery Replacement Pricing

MacBook modelPrice (AUD)Model number
11-inch MacBook Air 2010–2017$170A1370, A1465
12-inch MacBook Retina 2015–2017$270A1534
13-inch MacBook Air 2010–2017$170A1369, A1466
13-inch MacBook Air 2018–2020$290A1932, A2179, A2337
13-inch MacBook Air 2022–2024$300A2681, A3113
15-inch MacBook Air 2023–2024$320A2941, A3114

Model not listed? We also service other MacBook Air and MacBook Pro models when compatible batteries are available. Send us the model number and a photo of the battery warning for current pricing and stock information.

What Our MacBook Battery Replacement Includes

Our battery service is more than a simple parts swap. It includes:

  • An initial battery-health, charging and battery-detection check
  • Confirmation that the symptoms are caused by the battery rather than the charger, connector or logic board
  • Careful removal and safe handling of the old or swollen battery
  • Installation of a high-quality replacement battery matched to the MacBook model
  • Free cleaning of accessible internal dust and debris
  • Post-repair checks for charging, battery recognition, trackpad operation and unexpected shutdowns
  • A six-month parts and labour warranty

Battery replacement normally does not affect files stored on the MacBook, but maintaining a current backup is always recommended before any hardware service.

Our MacBook Battery Replacement Process

  1. Identify the MacBook. We use the model number and year to select the correct battery.
  2. Check the fault. We inspect battery health, charging behaviour and battery recognition so that a charging-circuit problem is not mistaken for battery failure.
  3. Confirm the quote. We explain the price, battery availability, warranty and expected turnaround before starting.
  4. Replace and clean. The old battery is removed carefully, the replacement is installed, and accessible internal dust is cleaned at no additional charge.
  5. Test before collection. We verify charging, battery detection, trackpad operation and normal power behaviour before returning the MacBook.
MacBook Pro showing a low-battery warning before battery replacement
A MacBook Pro displaying the low-battery symbol before battery and charging-system diagnosis.

Signs Your MacBook Battery Needs Replacing

A battery may need replacement even when the MacBook still turns on normally. Common symptoms include:

  • Rapid battery drain or greatly reduced running time
  • Service Recommended, Service Battery, Replace Soon or Replace Now warnings
  • Unexpected shutdowns or a MacBook that works only when connected to power
  • A swollen battery lifting the trackpad, keyboard or bottom case
  • Erratic charging, incorrect battery percentage or the battery not being detected
  • Excessive heat around the battery or trackpad area

These symptoms can also be caused by a charger, charging port, connector or logic-board fault. We check the charging system before recommending replacement.

Logic Board Charging Issues Can Mimic Battery Failure

A MacBook that says No Battery Available, refuses to charge or continues to behave incorrectly after a battery replacement may have a fault elsewhere in the charging system. Possible causes include the power adaptor, USB-C or MagSafe charging path, battery connector, sensing circuit or logic board.

IT-Tech Online performs component-level MacBook logic board repair, so we can diagnose the charging circuit instead of repeatedly replacing a battery that is not the real cause.

Free Internal Dust Cleaning

Dust and debris naturally accumulate inside a MacBook over time. On fan-equipped models, buildup around the fan and heat sink can restrict airflow and increase operating temperatures. Fanless models can also collect debris around the battery, speakers and internal connectors.

Every MacBook battery replacement includes free cleaning of accessible internal dust and debris. Cleaning the work area before fitting the battery also helps us inspect connectors and confirm that the replacement is seated correctly.

This service is included in the quoted battery-replacement price.

MacBook cooling fan before and after internal dust cleaning
MacBook cooling fan before and after the internal dust cleaning included with battery replacement.

Customer Reviews

IT-Tech Online has earned more than 400 five-star Google reviews, including many from customers who used our MacBook battery replacement service. The reviews below describe real experiences with our pricing, turnaround, communication and post-repair testing.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. How much does a MacBook battery replacement cost? Battery replacement for the models listed on this page costs between $160 and $330. The price includes installation, an initial battery and charging check, free internal dust cleaning, and a six-month parts and labour warranty.

  2. How long does MacBook battery replacement take? Many replacements can be completed on the same day when the correct battery is in stock. Call first with the model number so we can confirm availability and the expected turnaround.

  3. Does a low cycle count mean the battery is healthy? Not always. Cycle-count limits vary by MacBook model, and a battery can fail early because of age, heat, liquid exposure or an internal fault. Battery condition, full-charge capacity and charging behaviour should be considered together.

  4. What should I do if the MacBook battery is swollen? Shut down the MacBook, disconnect the charger if it is safe to do so, and arrange service promptly. Do not press the case flat, puncture the battery or continue using a MacBook whose battery is lifting the trackpad or bottom case.

  5. Why does my MacBook say No Battery Available or refuse to charge? The cause may be the battery, charger, charging port, battery connector or a logic-board charging circuit. Diagnosis is important because replacing the battery will not repair a separate charging-system fault.

  6. Will battery replacement affect my files? Battery replacement normally does not change data stored on the MacBook. However, a current backup is recommended before any hardware service.

  7. Can an SMC reset remove a battery warning? A reset may help with some power-management symptoms on certain Intel Mac models, but it cannot repair a degraded or swollen battery. Apple-silicon Macs do not use the same manual SMC-reset procedure; restarting the Mac is the relevant first step.

  8. How can I check MacBook battery health? In macOS, open System Settings and select Battery to review battery condition. For cycle-count information, open System Information and select Power. The wording and location vary with the macOS version and MacBook model.