Backpacks & Bags: warranties compared
32 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.
25 of 32 brands cover backpacks & bags in full for one year or less. 6 brands cover everything for life. 17 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends, and 17 keep something covered for life.
Every brand, side by side
- 1Deuter75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 2Everki75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 3Fishpond75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 4Gregory75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverageVaries by model line
- 5Peak Design75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 6Timbuk275/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 7Osprey65/100Full: 7 yearsNo partial coverageVaries by model line
- 8CamelBak45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Packs and reservoirs
- 9Eastsport45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Whole product (defects), most items
- 10Eberlestock45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: PackUnverified
- 11Herschel Supply Co.45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Whole bag (materials and manufacturing)
- 12High Sierra45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Non-wheeled bags; Wheeled bags
- 13JanSport45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Whole product; Cooler bagsVaries by model line
- 14Kelty45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Whole backpack
- 15Pelican45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Injection-molded case; Vault by Pelican case; Roto-molded / rack case; and more
From each maker's published warranty. “Unverified” means we couldn't confirm the terms on the maker's own site. How we rate warranties
What these warranties often leave out
- Normal wear and tear15 of 32 brands
- Accidental breaks and misuse5 of 32 brands
- Scratches, dents and looks4 of 32 brands
- Tears4 of 32 brands
- Water damage4 of 32 brands
- Fading2 of 32 brands
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for backpacks & bags.
- CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
- NordstromMost itemsNo fixed deadline
- evoPacific Northwest and Mountain West storesMost items366 days
- BackcountryMost items90 days from delivery
- Kohl'sMost items90 days
- REIMost items90 days
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- TargetMost items90 days
- WalmartMost items90 days
- ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
- Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
- Bass Pro ShopsMost items60 days
- Cabela'sMost items60 days
- HibbettMost items60 days
- JCPenneyMost items60 days
- ZapposMost items60 days from delivery
- Foot LockerMost items45 days
- Nordstrom RackMost items40 days
- Bloomingdale'sMost items30 days from delivery
- Dillard'sMost items30 days
- Macy'sMost items30 days from delivery
- Ross Dress for LessMost items30 days
- Saks Fifth AvenueMost items30 days from delivery
- Sportsman's WarehouseMost items30 days
- Urban OutfittersMost items30 days from delivery
- BelkSoutheast storesMost items30 days
- Gabe'sEastern US storesMost items30 days
- Sun & Ski SportsTexas and Southeast storesMost items30 days
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for backpacks & bags where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.
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Questions shoppers ask
Which brand of backpacks & bags has the best warranty?
On paper, Deuter scores highest, with lifetime of full coverage.
Is a long warranty on backpacks & bags 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 32 brands require registration for their basic coverage. Registering can still get you recall notices. Keep your receipt either way.
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