For my iPad mini 16gb LTE. What's the better buy?
Out of warranty replacement for the Mini is $219. I would pass on the insurance, especially if you plan on upgrading when the Mini 2 comes out.
+1 :dneither, a $89-$100 investment on a $329 device? 20-30%? No thanks
neither, a $89-$100 investment on a $329 device? 20-30%? no thanks
I'm going with Squaretrade for my mini. Using the 40% off coupon, I can get two years of coverage with no deductible for $89.
If I'm not mistaken, I think that Apple charges $100 plus a $50 deductible per incident.
Squaretrade has the same deductible and is a deminishing value policy. Use it up before 2 years and you have nothing.
Worth Ave Group costs $25 for a 16 GB Wi-fi Mini per year. They do have a $50 deductible, but if you plan on selling it next year, $25 is well worth the protection. WAG covers drops, spills, theft and many other things. You can also walk into an Apple Store and purchase an OOW and they will send you a check so you can have your device replaced the same day. I use them when I plan on selling the device next year just in case something happens in that year.
I have Worth Ave on both mine as well.
purchase the ipad on an american express or mastercard (or select visa signature cards). they give you a 2nd year warranty for free.
i'm not sure how mastercard and visa handle it, but within 2-3 business days amex will apply a credit for the full price back onto your credit card for you to go buy a BRAND NEW replacement
I think we should be clear that the accidental coverage for AMEX (don't know about MasterCard) is only in the first 90 days. After that, you are just doubling the manufacturers warranty against defects.
Never doing square trade again.
With AppleCare, you take itin, it is fixed or dealt with on the spot.
Square trade requires mailing it in.