Original or compatible phone screen: which to choose?
When your phone screen is repaired, you are offered an original or a compatible screen. What is the difference, and which should you choose? Whether to choose an original or compatible phone screen depends on your model, your budget and how you use the phone. We work with suppliers and offer both, with a clear explanation before we repair.
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Original or compatible phone screen: the 4 differences
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- The origin : the original screen comes from the phone’s manufacturer, the compatible screen is an alternative made by another manufacturer.
- Image quality : the original reproduces the original colours and brightness. Compatible screens vary depending on the quality chosen.
- The price : the original is generally more expensive.
- Availability : depending on the model, one or the other part is easier to get.
There is no single answer for an original or compatible phone screen: we advise you according to your model.
When to choose the original, when to choose the compatible
The original suits you if you want exactly the original display, especially on a recent phone with an AMOLED screen. The compatible can suit an older phone or a tight budget, when the difference in image does not bother you.
For an original or compatible phone screen, ask us at the diagnosis: we tell you what is available for your model. See our pages on iPhone screens, Samsung and smartphones.
How we offer an original or compatible phone screen
We work directly with suppliers for almost all brands, which lets us offer original parts and alternative parts. After the free diagnosis, we give you the price of each option, and you choose.
Also see the price of a phone repair and our repair prices. The warranty rules are in our drop-off and warranty conditions.
Before you come to the workshop: what to know
Bring the device with its unlock code and, if possible, its charger. Note the fault and what happened beforehand. If the screen is broken, do not keep using it: the glass can crack further and cut out the touch.
For an original or compatible phone screen, we do not work by post: drop-off is at the shop in Schaerbeek. See our drop-off and warranty conditions and how a repair works.
Original or compatible screen: your questions
Answers to the most common questions.
What is the difference between an original and a compatible screen?
The original comes from the phone’s manufacturer; the compatible is an alternative, usually cheaper.
Do you offer both?
Yes, depending on the model and availability. We give you the price of each option.
Does a compatible screen damage the phone?
No, but the image quality may differ. We explain before we repair.
Original or compatible phone screen: who decides?
You do. We advise you, then you choose.
Is the diagnosis chargeable?
No, it is free and carries no obligation.
A screen to replace?
Bring your phone to Schaerbeek: after the free diagnosis, we give you the price of an original or compatible phone screen. Also see our Google reviews.
See our repair prices
Choose your brand and model: battery, screen, back glass… you see the price right away.
See repair pricesIndicative prices: the final price is confirmed by WhatsApp before the repair.
