Coolers: warranties compared
11 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.
7 of 11 brands cover coolers in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 5 years, from RTIC. 8 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends, and 1 keeps something covered for life.
Every brand, side by side
- 1RTIC65/100Full: 5 yearsNo partial coverageVaries by model line
- 2Dometic48/100Full: 3 yearsPartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Compressor (parts only)
- 3Pelican45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Elite hard cooler body; Personal hard and Dayventure soft coolers; Elite cooler wheels, feet, drain plug, gasket, accessories; and moreVaries by model line
- 4Igloo43/100Full: 3 yearsNo partial coverageVaries by model line
- 5YETI43/100Full: 3 yearsNo partial coverageVaries by model line
- 6Coleman35/100Full: NonePartial: to 10 yearsPartial covers: Coleman Pro hard cooler; Coleman Pro soft cooler; Hard cooler; and moreVaries by model line
- 7Arctic Zone23/100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Whole coolerVaries by model line
- 8BOTE23/100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Hardshell cooler; Soft-sided coolerVaries by model line
- 9BrüMate23/100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Whole cooler
- 10Engel18/100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: Fridge/freezer (personal use); Fridge/freezer (commercial use); Replacement partsVaries by model line
- 11BougeRV15/100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Whole product incl. compressor
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 tear8 of 11 brands
- Accidental breaks and misuse5 of 11 brands
- Scratches, dents and looks4 of 11 brands
- Missing parts3 of 11 brands
- Water damage2 of 11 brands
- Batteries1 of 11 brands
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for coolers.
- CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
- Sam's ClubMost itemsNo fixed deadline
- BJ's Wholesale ClubMost items365 days
- BackcountryMost items90 days from delivery
- Camping WorldMost items90 days
- REIMost items90 days
Show all 16 stores
- TargetMost items90 days
- WalmartMost items90 days
- Big 5 Sporting GoodsWestern US storesMost items90 days
- Blain's Farm & FleetUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
- ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
- Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
- Bass Pro ShopsMost items60 days
- Cabela'sMost items60 days
- West MarineMost items60 days
- Sportsman's WarehouseMost items30 days
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for coolers 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 coolers has the best warranty?
On paper, RTIC scores highest, with 5 years of full coverage.
Is a long warranty on coolers 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 11 brands require registration for their basic coverage. Registering can still get you recall notices. Keep your receipt either way.
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