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Thule warranty for backpacks & bags

45/100 Warranty ScoreRanked 18 of 32 brandsVaries by model line
The short version

Thule doesn't cover everything, but keeps backpacks, luggage and bags and phone and tablet cases covered for life. That full coverage is the same as most of the 32 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.

From Thule's published warranty, checked October 2026.

What's covered

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Purchase5 yrs10 yrs+Full: NonePartial: to lifetime
  • Partial coverageBackpacks, luggage and bagsLifetime
  • Partial coveragePhone and tablet cases2 years
Varies by model line

Thule words its warranty differently for some lines. This page shows the least generous one.

  • Backpacks and bagsFull: None. Partial to lifetime
  • Backpacks, laptop bags & luggageFull: Lifetime. No partial coverage
The fine print, decoded

What it leaves out

  • Normal wear and tear
Good to know before you buy
  • Keep your original receipt or invoice; it is required for a claim.
  • Still in the store's return window? Take it back to the store first.
  • Send at least three photos or videos of the problem with your online claim.
  • Thule refunds the cost of mailing the product in if you keep the receipts.
  • Covers the original buyer only; keep your receipt or invoice.
  • File online with your receipt and at least 3 photos or videos of the problem.

How other brands compare for backpacks & bags

Compare all 32 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for backpacks & bags.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. evoPacific Northwest and Mountain West storesMost items366 days
  3. BackcountryMost items90 days from delivery
  4. REIMost items90 days
  5. WalmartMost items90 days
  6. Big 5 Sporting GoodsWestern US storesMost items90 days
Show all 12 stores
  1. ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
  2. Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
  3. Bass Pro ShopsMost items60 days
  4. Cabela'sMost items60 days
  5. HibbettMost items60 days
  6. Sportsman's WarehouseMost 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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