Chargers & Cables: warranties compared

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

The short version

8 of 9 brands cover chargers & cables in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 5 years, from Goal Zero. 5 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+
1Goal Zero65 / 100Full: 5 yearsNo partial coverage
2Energizer18 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Whole product
3Commercial ElectricUnverified18 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: Whole product
4BelkinVaries by model line15 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Whole product
5Satechi15 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Whole product
6mophie10 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Whole product
7AnkerVaries by model line10 / 100Full: NoneNo partial coverage
8CyberPower10 / 100Full: NoneNo partial coverage
9APCVaries by model line5 / 100Full: NoneNo partial coverage

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

  • Accidental breaks and misuse6 of 9 brands
  • Batteries2 of 9 brands
  • Water damage2 of 9 brands
  • Normal wear and tear1 of 9 brands
  • Overheating1 of 9 brands
  • Scratches, dents and looks1 of 9 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for chargers & cables.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. StaplesMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  3. Sam's ClubElectronics such as TVs, computers and speakers90 days
  4. B&H PhotoMost items30 days from delivery
  5. NeweggMost items30 days from delivery
  6. TargetElectronics and entertainment (not Apple or Beats)30 days
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  1. The Home DepotConsumer electronics30 days
  2. VerizonMost items30 days
  3. WalmartConsumer electronics and PC components30 days
  4. Nebraska Furniture MartMidwest and Texas storesMost items30 days
  5. Best BuyMost items15 days from delivery
  6. GameStopMost items15 days
  7. Batteries PlusMost items14 days

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for chargers & cables 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 chargers & cables has the best warranty?

On paper, Goal Zero scores highest, with 5 years of full coverage.

Is a long warranty on chargers & cables 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 9 brands require registration for some of their coverage, often within a set number of days. Keep your receipt either way.

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