GoPro HD Hero3 Repairability Score: 7 out of 10 (10 is easiest to repair)

The battery is intended to be easily replaced by the user, and requires no tools to access.

The entire device can be disassembled with readily-available tools.

Modular design throughout allows replacement of several individual components.

Minimal adhesive securing the front cover can be difficult to separate, but poses no real challenge to opening.

Fragile copper grounding tape can be difficult to peel and replace.

Because the display cable is adhered to the midframe, replacing the LCD requires use of a heat gun.