From electrically-releasing adhesive to adhesive-free screen repairs, these phones stood out in 2025 for their repair-friendly design. Especially the number-one ranked phone!
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Ranking card for #1 Fairphone 6. Image shows the phone opened with the battery being removed by hand. Text notes the battery can be replaced in under five minutes and that repairs are adhesive-free. iFixit repairability score badge shows 10 out of 10.
Ranking card for #2 iPhone 16e. Image shows a battery being removed using electrically releasing adhesive. Text emphasizes easier battery replacement and screen-first repair access. iFixit repairability score badge shows 7 out of 10.
Ranking card for #3 iPhone Air. Image shows the phone’s back alongside an opened device revealing internal components. Text highlights accessible parts in a thin design. iFixit repairability score badge shows 7 out of 10.
Graphic with blue background reading “Top 3 Most Repairable Smartphones of 2025.” Three black smartphone silhouettes with question marks indicate a ranked list reveal. Small disclaimer text notes rankings are based on phones iFixit tested.