MacBook Battery Replacement
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If your MacBook is draining too quickly, shutting off unexpectedly, or showing a “Service Battery” warning, it’s likely time for a battery replacement. At it-tech online, we provide expert MacBook battery replacement services in Melbourne, helping you get back to work without the hassle or high cost of going to Apple.
With over 25 years of experience in Mac repairs, we’re trusted by individuals and businesses across Melbourne for quick turnarounds, genuine parts, and honest service.
MacBook battery replacements cost $160-$330, depending on your Mac model. Our MacBook battery service comes with 6 months part and labour warranty. Call 03-9563 8588 to book your MacBook battery replacement today. Same-day service is available — please call to reserve your battery before visiting.
MacBook Pro Battery Replacement Pricing
| Year of Manufacture | Price (AUD) | Mac Model Number |
|---|---|---|
| 13″ Macbook Pro 2009-2012 | $160 | A1278 |
| 15″ Macbook Pro 2009-2012 | $180 | A1286, A1297 |
| 13″ Macbook Pro retina 2012-2015 | $230 | A1425, A1502 |
| 15″ Macbook Pro retina 2012-2015 | $250 | A1398 |
| 13″ Macbook Pro touch bar 2016-2020 | $300 | A1706, A1708, A1989, A2159, A2289, A2251, A2338 |
| 15″ Macbook Pro touch bar 2016-2019 | $330 | A1707, A1990 |
| 14″ Macbook Pro 2021-2024 | $330 | A2442, A2779, A2992 |
| 16″ Macbook Pro 2019-2024 | $330 | A2141, A2485, A2780, A2991 |
MacBook Air battery replacement Pricing
| Year of Manufacture | Price (AUD) | Mac Model Number |
|---|---|---|
| 11″ Macbook Air 2010-2017 | $170 | A1370, A1465 |
| 12″ Macbook Retina 2015-2017 | $270 | A1534 |
| 13″ Macbook Air 2010-2017 | $170 | A1369, A1466 |
| 13″ Macbook Air 2018-2020 | $290 | A1932, A2179, A2337 |
| 13″ Macbook Air 2020-2024 | $300 | A2681, A3113 |
| 15″ Macbook Air 2020-2024 | $320 | A2941, A3114 |
If you have a Windows-based laptop from brands like HP, Dell, ASUS, or others, please refer to our Laptop Repair Price List for service details.
Signs Your MacBook Battery Needs Replacing
Every MacBook battery has a limited lifespan and is often the first component that needs replacement. Replacing the battery is a cost-effective way to breathe new life into your MacBook, especially if it’s starting to show signs of wear.
If your MacBook is experiencing any of the following symptoms, it’s likely time for a battery replacement:
Battery drains quickly or doesn’t hold charge
macOS displays a “Replace Soon” or “Service Battery” warning
MacBook won’t power on unless it’s plugged in
Battery swelling that lifts the trackpad or casing
Unexpected shutdowns or erratic charging behavior
In some cases, however, these symptoms may not be caused by the battery alone.
Logic Board Charging Issues Can Mimic Battery Failure
If your Mac displays a message like “No Battery Available,” or continues to have charging issues even after replacing the battery, the root cause could be a faulty charging circuit on the logic board. In such cases, a new battery won’t resolve the issue.
That’s where our expertise comes in. At it-tech online, we also specialise in logic board repairs, including restoring damaged charging circuits—saving you the cost of a full board replacement.
Free Internal Dust Cleaning
Over time, your MacBook naturally accumulates dust inside, especially around the cooling fans and heat sinks. This buildup can block airflow, causing the CPU to overheat and leading to performance issues such as freezing, unexpected shutdowns, or random reboots. Prolonged overheating may even result in permanent CPU damage.
At it-tech online, we include a free internal dust cleaning with every MacBook battery replacement. Before we install your new battery, our technicians thoroughly clean out dust and debris to help restore proper cooling.
As shown in the image, the top image illustrates a MacBook before cleaning—dust-covered and inefficient. Dust removal not only improves your Mac’s thermal performance but also ensures a clean, safe work environment for our repair team.
This added service is completely free and part of our commitment to giving your MacBook a longer, healthier life.
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Discover Q&A
My battery charge cycle count is only 122, but I have the “Replace Soon" message, why?
Under normal usage, a MacBook battery can last for more than 1000 charge cycle count. You either have a faulty battery or your MacBook charging circuit is not working properly. If you had a liquid spill on your MacBook before, your battery would have been damaged or degraded by the liquid.
I have a swollen battery, but the MacBook shows the battery is normal, what do I need to do?
You need to replace the battery as soon as possible. The MacBook battery is sealed in plastic bags. Your battery produces abnormal gas that inflates the air-tight bags. Your battery will degrade very fast. The swollen battery may push and crack your touchpad even the logic board.
How to fix the service battery warning on Mac?
If you have a service battery warning message on your MacBook, please perform the SMC reset and battery recalibration described below. If the service battery warning remains, you need to get the battery replaced.
Reset the System Management Controller (SMC)
- Shut down your MacBook.
- Connect the MagSafe adapter or USB_C adapter to your Mac.
- Hold the Shift + Control + Option + Power buttons, then release them.
- Wail for 5 seconds, Press the power button to turn on the Mac.
- Check the battery status menu to see if the “Service Battery” warning has disappeared.
Recalibrate the Battery
- Fully charge the battery to 100 per cent.
- Once it’s fully charged, use the Mac for about two hours while the charger is still plugged in.
- Unplug the charger and keep using the Mac until it runs out of battery power.
- Run a program such as a Youtube video to prevent the Mac from going to sleep mode automatically.
- You’ll see a low battery warning. Keep using the Mac until it is forced to sleep by macOS.
- Wait for five hours, then connect the charger to the Mac.
- Charge the battery to 100 per cent again.
This should calibrate your battery. If SMC reset and battery recalibration can not remove the service battery warning message, your battery is degraded to an unacceptable condition. Time to replace the battery.
How to understand the MacBook battery status notification?
“Normal” means your battery is fine. Your battery retains more than 80% of the original capacity.
“Service Battery” or “Service Recommended” means the battery has degraded to less than 80% of the original capacity. Usually, the battery can still last for two or three hours of normal usage. You may choose to replace the battery, but it is not urgent. The battery could last for a year or two if you connect your MacBook to the charger most of the time to reduce battery usage.
“Replace Soon” means you need to arrange a battery replacement soon. Apple has not specified the criteria for this message. Our test data shows that this message means your battery retains less than about 50% of the original capacity. If you still use the battery, keep an eye on it and make sure the battery is not swollen. If you notice that your touchpad cracks or pops up, you most likely have a swollen battery. It would be best to replace the battery immediately to prevent more damage.
“Replace Now” means that your MacBook can see the battery, but very little or no current can flow in or out of the battery. If you disconnect the charger, the MacBook will shut off at once. The battery finally comes to the end of its life.
“No Battery Available” with a cross mark on the battery icon means your MacBook cannot communicate with the battery. Your battery is either completely dead or not connected to the logic board properly. Usually, replacing the battery can solve the problem. But sometimes, even when you replace the battery, you still get the “No Battery Available” message. This symptom is a strong indication that your logic board is faulty. It would help if you got your logic board repaired by a component-level repairer.
How to check MacBook battery health?
Check if the MacBook battery is healthy.
- Click the battery icon in your status bar in the top right corner. If you can’t see the battery icon, you need to tick the notification box in System Preferences to enable the battery icon.
- Your battery health will appear at the top: Normal, Replace Soon, Replace Now, Service Battery, Service Recommended or No Battery Available.
Check more details of your MacBook, including the charge cycle count.
- Click the Apple logo in the top left corner of your MacBook to open a pull-down menu
- Click About This Mac, then System Report…
- On the left-hand side, click Power
- You’ll find more specifics about your battery on the right-hand side of the windows.
Sometimes when a battery is defective, it still shows the condition as “Normal”. The photo below shows a 15″ MacBook Pro with a swollen battery in it. The battery has a low charge cycle count of 128, and the condition shows normal. However, it would be best if you replaced it immediately to prevent any damage to the rest components of your MacBook.
If you notice that your MacBook back case is out of shape or the touchpad pops up from the top case, as shown in the photo below, you most likely have an expanded battery.
