If your MacBook Pro 13-inch Retina needs a battery replacement, our London technicians can help, usually with a quote on the same day you bring it in.
The battery is glued to the top case in several cells. We remove it safely with solvent rather than prying, which avoids damaging the trackpad cable or puncturing a cell. Swollen batteries on this model can lift the trackpad and bow the case, so replace them promptly.
About this model: The 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro (A1425 and A1502) is still a strong everyday machine, particularly the 2015 model. Memory is soldered and the battery is glued, but the SSD is a removable blade, so storage can still be upgraded.
Signs it needs a battery replacement
- Trackpad hard to click
- Case bulging
- Short run time
- Service warning
How we do it
We start by reading your Mac’s battery cycle count and health, and testing the charger and port. A charging fault can mimic a worn battery, and we’d rather not sell you a part you don’t need.
The battery here is held with adhesive. We release it with the correct solvent or pull-tabs instead of prying, which is how batteries get punctured and nearby cables get torn.
Finally we check the new battery reports a healthy condition and a low cycle count, test charging, and recycle the old pack responsibly.
At a glance
| Years | 2012–2015 |
|---|---|
| Processor | Intel Core i5/i7, Intel Iris graphics |
| Storage | Removable Apple SSD blade |
| Memory | Soldered to the logic board |
| Battery | Held with adhesive |
| Power / charging | MagSafe 2 |
Before you bring it in
If the battery is visibly swollen, don’t press on it or keep using the laptop. Otherwise, a quick backup before your appointment is all that’s needed.
Which model do you have?
This page covers the MacBook Pro 13-inch Retina (2012–2015) (MacBookPro10,2 / 11,1 / 12,1; A1425, A1502). The A-number is printed in tiny text on the base, near the hinge. You’ll also find the model in Apple menu > About This Mac. Not sure? Bring it in and we’ll identify it for you.
Price
Battery replacement: From £185 + VAT supply and fit. All prices are subject to inspection, and nothing is done without your approval.
Questions we’re often asked
How long will the new battery last?
A new battery should give you close to the run time it had when new, and typically lasts several years with normal use. Keeping it away from long periods at 100% charge and high heat helps it age more slowly.
Can you fit an SSD while it’s here?
Yes. This model uses a removable apple ssd blade, and swapping to an SSD at the same time is often the best-value upgrade you can make.
Do I pay if you can’t fix it?
No. If the repair isn’t possible, you don’t pay for it, and the free initial assessment costs nothing.
Book a repair
Call 020 7394 2528 or email info@mac-repair.london with a short description of the fault and we’ll come back with a quote.