[ GLOSSARY DEFINITION ] Durability

Repairability

How easy a device is to repair; higher scores mean easier battery/screen replacement.

Also known as: Repair Score Repair score Right to Repair

Full Definition & Technical Explanation

Repairability rates how easily a device can be opened and repaired — e.g., Repairability: Average (2.82/5). Glued batteries and proprietary screws lower the score; modular designs (Fairphone) raise it.

See Replaceable: No and Repairability in design specs. It affects long-term ownership and e-waste.

Related Technical Terms

Battery Health
How much capacity a battery keeps over its lifetime; rated in charge cycles. Battery
Drop Resistance
How well a device survives falls; CompareTech grades results like 'Very good (B) · 180 drops'. Durability
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