3D Printers & Laser Engravers: warranties compared

7 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.

The short version

7 of 7 brands cover 3D printers & laser engravers in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 1 year, from 4 brands. 3 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends.

Every brand, side by side

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Sort by
#BrandWarranty ScoreFull and partial coveragePurchase5 yrs10 yrs+
1Anycubic21 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
2Elegoo21 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
3Prusa Research21 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
4xTool21 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
5Creality13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole printer
6Glowforge13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole machine (Pro, Plus, Aura, Spark); Whole machine (Basic) and filters; Spare parts and Proofgrade materials
7LaserPecker13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Main components; Major add-on accessories; Accessories and fans

From each maker's published warranty. “Unverified” means we couldn't confirm the terms on the maker's own site. How we rate warranties

The fine print, decoded

What these warranties often leave out

  • Normal wear and tear4 of 7 brands
  • Batteries1 of 7 brands
  • Water damage1 of 7 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for 3D printers & laser engravers.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. NeweggMost items30 days from delivery
  3. WalmartConsumer electronics and PC components30 days
  4. Nebraska Furniture MartMidwest and Texas storesMost items30 days
  5. Best BuyMost items15 days from delivery
  6. StaplesComputers, laptops, tablets, printers, digital cameras and other technology and business machines14 days from delivery
Show all 7 stores
  1. BrandsMart USASoutheast storesCell phones, PCs and laptops, tablets, cameras, monitors, printers sold online5 days from delivery

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for 3D printers & laser engravers where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.

More Electronics warranties

Questions shoppers ask

Which brand of 3D printers & laser engravers has the best warranty?

On paper, Anycubic scores highest, with 1 year of full coverage.

Is a long warranty on 3D printers & laser engravers really that long?

Often not for the whole product. Many longer warranties cover only certain parts after the first year or two, and you usually pay for the labor. The bars above show full and partial coverage separately.

Do I need to register to get the warranty?

None of the 7 brands require registration for their basic coverage. Registering can still get you recall notices. Keep your receipt either way.

Already bought one?

Forward the receipt and I-BUY.AI tracks the return window and warranty for you.

Track it free