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Cardio Machines: warranties compared

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

The short version

19 of 19 brands cover cardio machines in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 1 year, from LifeSpan Fitness, Hydrow and Merach. 17 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends, and 6 keep something covered for life.

Every brand, side by side

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
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#BrandWarranty ScoreFull and partial coveragePurchase5 yrs10 yrs+
1Horizon FitnessVaries by model line45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame and motor
2JumpSportVaries by model lineCheck your model's manual45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Steel frame and legs; Mat and cords (44"/48" PRO); Mat and cords (39" Premium/PRO); and more
3Life FitnessVaries by model line45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame; Parts; Motor; and more
4NordicTrack45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Treadmill motor; Frame; Parts; and more
5Spirit FitnessCheck your model's manual45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame; Brake; Parts; and more
6Sole FitnessVaries by model lineCheck your model's manual40 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame and drive motor; Parts; Labor
7LifeSpan Fitness39 / 100Full: 1 yearPartial: to 10 yearsPartial covers: Frame; Parts
8Aviron35 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 20 yearsPartial covers: Whole rower (20-year membership plan); All parts (standard warranty); Accessories
9Echelon35 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 10 yearsPartial covers: Frame; Crank arms and treadmill motor; Whole product
10NautilusCheck your model's manual35 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 10 yearsPartial covers: Frame; Mechanical parts and electronics; Labor
11ProFormVaries by model line35 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 10 yearsPartial covers: Frame; Parts; Tablet and labor
12Hydrow31 / 100Full: 1 yearPartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Structural frame
13Concept223 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Frame parts; All other parts and monitor
14Ergatta23 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Wooden frame; Component parts (handle, strap, cabling); Touchscreen; and more
15MerachVaries by model line19 / 100Full: 1 yearPartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Extra year with registration

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 tear9 of 19 brands
  • Accidental breaks and misuse3 of 19 brands
  • Scratches, dents and looks3 of 19 brands
  • Noise2 of 19 brands
  • Water damage2 of 19 brands
  • Leaks1 of 19 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for cardio machines.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. Sam's ClubMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  3. BJ's Wholesale ClubMost items365 days
  4. WalmartMost items90 days
  5. ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
  6. Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
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  1. Nebraska Furniture MartMidwest and Texas storesMost items30 days
  2. Play It Again SportsMost items7 days from delivery

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for cardio machines 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 cardio machines has the best warranty?

On paper, Horizon Fitness scores highest, with no full coverage but some parts covered to lifetime. LifeSpan Fitness covers everything longest, at 1 year.

Is a long warranty on cardio machines 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?

3 of 19 brands require registration for some of their coverage, often within a set number of days. Keep your receipt either way.

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