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BOTE warranty for coolers

23/100 Warranty ScoreRanked 8 of 11 brandsVaries by model line
The short version

BOTE doesn't cover everything, but keeps hardshell cooler and soft-sided cooler covered to 5 years. That full coverage is the same as most of the 11 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.

From BOTE'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 5 years
  • Partial coverageHardshell cooler5 years
  • Partial coverageSoft-sided cooler2 years
Varies by model line

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

  • Coolers (KULA)Full: None. Partial to 5 years
  • CoolersFull: None. Partial to 5 years
The fine print, decoded

What it leaves out

  • Accidental breaks and misuse
  • Missing parts
  • Normal wear and tear
Good to know before you buy
  • Covers the original retail buyer only; used or second-hand boards are not covered. Keep your receipt.
  • Covers the original buyer only. Keep your receipt.
  • Buckles and other small parts are not covered.

How other brands compare for coolers

  • 1. RTIC65/100 · Full: 5 years
  • 2. Dometic48/100 · Full: 3 years
  • 3. Pelican45/100 · Full: None
  • 4. Igloo43/100 · Full: 3 years
  • 5. YETI43/100 · Full: 3 years
Compare all 11 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for coolers.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. Sam's ClubMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  3. BJ's Wholesale ClubMost items365 days
  4. BackcountryMost items90 days from delivery
  5. Camping WorldMost items90 days
  6. REIMost items90 days
Show all 16 stores
  1. TargetMost items90 days
  2. WalmartMost items90 days
  3. Big 5 Sporting GoodsWestern US storesMost items90 days
  4. Blain's Farm & FleetUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
  5. ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
  6. Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
  7. Bass Pro ShopsMost items60 days
  8. Cabela'sMost items60 days
  9. West MarineMost items60 days
  10. 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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