iPad (UK)

Cover Details

Length of cover: The SquareTrade iPad warranty covers your iPad for up to 2 or 3 years, starting on the date of iPad purchase.

Covered Issues: Both accidents (e.g., broken screen or other damage through drops AND liquid damage including full immersion) and out-of-warranty normal use failures (e.g., battery no longer charging or other hardware failures) are covered. We do not cover loss, theft, willful damage or damage occurring through gross misuse.

Excess: There is no excess for any claim.

How it works: You can file a claim online or on the phone or call us on 0808 189 1453. Depending on the issue, we will either fix your iPad or arrange for a replacement. To fix your iPad, we give you free express shipping to-and-from our depot. If you prefer the convenience of your local Genius Bar, you can take it there and we will reimburse your repair costs.

Repair or Replacement: Based on what happened to your iPad, we will let you know if it's suitable for repair, otherwise we will arrange a replacement option. For reimbursements, we will pay you the replacement cost of the iPad or the price you paid which is listed on your item receipt, whichever is less.

Older iPads: This cover is restricted to iPads purchased in the last 60 days, older iPads cannot be covered

Terms & Conditions Key Facts

iPad Insurance Backing

SquareTrade Warranties are underwritten 100% by AmTrust International Underwriters Limited, rated A (Excellent) by A.M. Best. Registered in Ireland #169384, Registered Office: 40 Westland Row, Dublin 2, Ireland. AmTrust International Underwriters Limited is authorised and regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland and is licensed to operate in the United Kingdom by the Financial Services Authority, register number 203014.

Reviews & Press

“If you're going to be one of the iPad early adopters, you might want to make sure it's covered against manufacturing defects and accidental damage. While Apple offers a one-year limited warranty and two additional years of coverage with the AppleCare Protection Plan, it only makes you eligible for repair or replacement if your iPad suffers from a manufacturing defect.

A SquareTrade warranty, on the other hand, insures your iPad against not just manufacturing defects but accidental damage as well. Should anything untoward happen to your iPad, you'll be entitled to free repairs or a replacement from SquareTrade, depending upon the nature of the damage.

SquareTrade's two-year warranty is currently available at an introductory price of $96 and the three-year warranty is priced at $136. The warranty has to be applied for within thirty days of purchasing the iPad.

SquareTrade Warranties are underwritten by Wesco Insurance Company and can be canceled at any time for a full refund based on the remaining months of the warranty on a pro rata basis. This option will come in handy should your iPad get lost or stolen, because SquareTrade does not cover that under the warranty. SquareTrade also offers similar services for the iPad and pretty much every other electronic gadget you may own.” Link

"SquareTrade's iPad Covers Clumsiness, Stupidity, and Human Nature" link

"I just had a flawless experience with them on a drop/spill claim on my wife's iPhone. The process was really easy. I called their toll free number to file a claim" link

"If you buy the SquareTrade warranty within 60 days of purchase of your Mac, you can add the accidental damage and handling. That's a big plus over standard AppleCare... I cover most of my stuff (MacBooks, iPhones, TVs) with SquareTrade for these reasons" link

"I had a Square Trade policy on my 16gb 3g. I spilled a root beer on it, which toasted the phone. I had it insured for $500.00. Sent the phone to Square Trade, and received a check for $450.00 ($50.00 damage deductible). In my experience, they have been very responsive and reputable." link

"…if you accidentally drop your iPhone in the toilet (it happens) or if, while looking up your Tiramisu recipe in MacGourmet, you happen to spill Kahlua all over your MacBook, you won't be covered by AppleCare….In addition to covering manufacturers' defects, Square Trade's warranty covers accidental damage." link

Epinions

"My 19-month Dell laptop suddenly died. Upon calling, I was advised to either ship the unit to Square Trade or attempt to have it repaired locally and be reimbursed. I opted for the latter, and was advised by the technician that the cost would probably exceed the laptop's value. I e-mailed the report to Square Trade, and was instructed to forward the computer to them (at their expense ... they sent a shipping label). It would be acceptable to remove the hard drive, which I did. If they determined that repairs would be prohibitive, I'd be sent the $600 I paid for it. That's exactly what happened ... within a couple of days, I had my money through PayPal. It was that simple, and took just over a week ... amazing!

[And] just a couple of days ago, my iPhone's Bluetooth chip went bad, as determined by Apple support. Square Trade asked me if I'd prefer to send it to them or have Apple look at it. I chose to deal locally. The end result was an out-of-warranty exchange at the Apple Store, for which I paid $199. Upon sending the receipt to Square Trade, I received notification that I'd be creditied the full amount (less tax) through PayPal within a day or so. Again, they were right on the money (pun unintended). This morning, the funds were in my bank account.

It just doesn't get any better than this ... great prices, excellent coverage, outstanding service." link

NexTag

"The iPhone warranty I just bought was a lot cheaper than anything else I found out there. The process was also really simple. On top of the that I just received an iPhone cover in the mail, which I wasn't expecting. What a nice surprise! I'm basically telling everyone I know about SquareTrade!" link

iPad Protection Comparison

SquareTrade makes every effort possible to make sure that we provide the best value possible for your iPad protection needs. When evaluating other iPad insurance or iPad warranty options, please consider asking these questions:

• Does the iPad insurance or iPad warranty have a deductible?
• Does the iPad insurance or iPad warranty cover water damage, including FULL IMERSION?
• Does the iPad insurance or iPad warranty provider have a rated insurance company backing up its protection plan? (SquareTrade warranties are backed by an A rated insurance company)
• Does the iPad insurance of iPad warranty provider have a track record of good customer service? Are you able to find any reviews for their insurance or warranty claim service?
• Does the iPad insurance or iPad warranty provider allow you to cancel for a full or prorated refund?