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Originally Posted by retiredguy123
A lot of posters are recommending using Apple parts. I never buy any Apple products, and when I need a part to repair something, I always go with the cheapest part I can find. Of course manufacturers recommend using their OEM parts. I know I'm cheap, but, is there any real evidence that OEM parts are worth the extra cost?
Most auto shops would go out of business if they always used original equipment parts for repairs. I bought a Dyson vacuum and 2 batteries failed under warranty until the warranty expired and I bought a battery from Amazon that was half the cost and had 2 times the amp rating. I use 10 dollar refrigerator filters in my whirlpool frig ever since they raised the price for Whirlpool filters to $60. I also bought an $80 ice maker instead of the $300 Whirlpool one.
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Real evidence? Probably not, but there is abundant anecdotal evidence that aftermarket knock-off parts are frequently not as good as the OEM parts.
Does it matter that the water filter in your refrigerator doesn't work quite as well? No, just buy another. Does it matter that the ice maker doesn't last as long? No, you can buy two more and still save money.
Does it matter that the battery in your phone fails early? Maybe not, unless it fails by swelling and destroying the phone or catching fire or if the phone becomes damaged when it is disassembled again.
Personally, I am willing to pay a premium for some items if they are important enough to me and I believe I will get better quality. The tires on my car, the beer that I drink, and my phone battery are important enough.