here is a comparison of the costs associated with canceling SquareTrade versus AppleCare+:
Canceling SquareTrade
- SquareTrade allows you to cancel your plan at any time and receive a pro-rated refund for the remaining coverage period.- There are no cancellation fees or penalties for canceling a SquareTrade plan.
- If you cancel within 30 days of purchasing the plan, you can receive a full refund.
Canceling AppleCare+
- AppleCare+ has a $25 or 10% cancellation fee, whichever is less, if you cancel the plan after the first 30 days.- If you cancel within the first 30 days, you can receive a full refund with no fees.
- The refund amount is based on the percentage of unexpired AppleCare+ coverage, minus the value of any service already provided.
In summary, SquareTrade offers a more straightforward and flexible cancellation policy compared to AppleCare+. With SquareTrade, you can cancel at any time and receive a pro-rated refund, while AppleCare+ has a cancellation fee after the first 30 days. This makes SquareTrade a potentially better option if you're unsure about needing the extended warranty coverage for the full term.
Citations:[1] https://www.appledystopia.com/reviews/applecare-vs-squaretrade-page-1/
[2] https://buybackboss.com/squaretrade-vs-applecare/
[3] https://support.apple.com/en-ph/118218
[4] https://www.ipadforums.net/threads/applecare-plus-versus-squaretrade.68028/page-2
[5] https://simplyfixable.com/blog-detail/an-overview-is-applecare-worth-the-investment-for-your-apple-devices