The fastest way to disable Battery Saver
Open Control Center by swiping down from the top-right corner of your screen (iPhone X and newer) or swiping up from the bottom (iPhone 8 and earlier). Look for the Battery Saver button — it looks like a battery icon and will be highlighted in yellow when the mode is on. Tap it once to turn it off when ready.
Battery Saver disables the moment you tap it. Your iPhone returns to full performance right away, and background app refresh, automatic downloads, and visual effects resume normal operation. This is the method most people use because it takes only two seconds and requires no navigation through menus.
Key Takeaways
- Control Center is the quickest way to toggle Battery Saver on or off — one tap from the top-right corner of your screen on iPhone X and newer, or from the bottom on iPhone 8 and earlier.
- You can also turn off Battery Saver through Settings > Battery > Battery Saver if you prefer the menu route instead of Control Center.
- When Battery Saver is off, your iPhone uses more power but runs at full speed and allows all background activity to resume.
- Battery Saver turns back on automatically when your battery drops to 20 percent, unless you disable that setting in Battery preferences.
- Battery Saver turns off automatically the moment you plug in your phone to charge, regardless of which charging method you use.
Turning off Battery Saver through Settings
If you prefer to use the Settings app, open it and go to Battery. Tap Battery Saver and toggle the switch to off. The switch will turn gray when Battery Saver is disabled.
This route takes a few more taps than Control Center but shows you the same toggle. Some people find it easier to remember than hunting for the button in Control Center, especially if they rarely use that menu. The Settings method also lets you see at a glance whether Battery Saver is currently on or off without opening Control Center.
What happens when you turn Battery Saver off
With Battery Saver on, your iPhone limits performance, reduces frame rates, and pauses background app refresh to stretch battery life. Turning it off reverses all of these restrictions. Your phone will run at full processor speed, apps will update in the background, and animations will display smoothly.
The trade-off is that your battery will drain faster. If you are near a charger or have enough battery for the rest of your day, turning it off usually makes sense. If your battery is low and you are away from power, leaving Battery Saver on will extend the time before your phone shuts down. The difference in drain speed depends on what you are doing — basic tasks like texting drain only slightly faster, while gaming or video recording can drain significantly more power.
Preventing Battery Saver from turning back on automatically
By default, Battery Saver turns on automatically when your battery reaches 20 percent. If you want to disable this automatic behavior, open Settings, go to Battery, and tap Battery Saver. Toggle off the option that says Turn On Automatically.
With this setting off, Battery Saver will only set up when you manually turn it on through Control Center or Settings. Your phone will not switch it on by itself, even if the battery drops below 20 percent. This is useful if you prefer to manage battery mode yourself rather than letting your iPhone decide when to limit performance.
Battery Saver and charging
Battery Saver turns off automatically the moment you plug in your iPhone, whether you use a cable or wireless charger. You do not need to manually disable it when charging begins. This happens regardless of how low your battery was before you plugged in.
Once your battery reaches 80 percent while charging, Battery Saver remains off even if you unplug the phone. It will not reactivate until your battery drops to 20 percent again (or lower, depending on your settings). This means you get a window of full performance after charging, even if you unplug before reaching 100 percent.
Common reasons to turn Battery Saver off
You might want to disable Battery Saver if you are using your phone for tasks that require full performance — gaming, video recording, or running demanding apps. Battery Saver can make these activities slower or cause frame drops. Turning it off gives you the smooth experience these tasks need.
You may also turn it off if you are about to charge your phone and do not want to wait for it to reach 80 percent before performance returns to normal. Some people straightforward prefer their phone to run at full speed all the time and accept the faster battery drain as a trade-off. Others disable it temporarily when they need their phone to respond quickly to notifications or calls.
Frequently Asked Questions
Will turning off Battery Saver drain my battery faster?
Yes. Battery Saver limits performance and background activity to extend battery life. Without it, your phone uses more power. How much faster depends on what you are doing — gaming or video recording drains the battery much faster than reading or texting.
Can I turn Battery Saver off and on multiple times a day?
Yes, you can toggle it as many times as you want. There is no limit to how often you switch it on or off. Many people turn it on when their battery is low and off again once they charge.
Does Battery Saver affect my phone's storage or data?
No. Battery Saver only affects performance and background activity. It does not delete files, reduce storage, or change how much data your apps use when you are actively using them.
What if Battery Saver is grayed out and I cannot tap it?
This usually means your battery is above 20 percent and Battery Saver is not available. Battery Saver only activates when your battery is at or below 20 percent (or when you manually turn it on). If your battery is low and the button is still grayed out, restart your phone and check Settings > Battery to confirm the feature is enabled.
Does turning off Battery Saver affect how my apps work?
No, it does not change how apps function. It only restores full processor speed and allows background refresh to resume. Apps work the same way whether Battery Saver is on or off — they just run faster and update more frequently when it is off.