Drinkware: warranties compared

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

The short version

14 of 16 brands cover drinkware in full for one year or less. Hydro Flask covers everything for life. 12 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends, and 11 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+
1Hydro Flask75 / 100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
2Thermos65 / 100Full: 5 yearsNo partial coverage
3BrüMate45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Whole product
4CamelBak45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Bottles and drinkware
5Contigo45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Mugs, bottles and lids
6Nalgene45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Bottles and containers
7Owala45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Bottles, mugs and tumblers; Accessories and soft goods
8Sawyer45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Filter
9Simple Modern45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Whole product (manufacturer defects)
10Stanley45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Stainless steel body
11Takeya45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Whole product
12Tervis45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Classic insulated drinkware; Stainless steel drinkware
13Grayl35 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 10 yearsPartial covers: Whole product
14LifeStraw18 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: Whole product; Carbon filters
15Igloo13 / 100Full: 3 monthsNo 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

  • Normal wear and tear9 of 16 brands
  • Scratches, dents and looks5 of 16 brands
  • Missing parts3 of 16 brands
  • Accidental breaks and misuse2 of 16 brands
  • Fading2 of 16 brands
  • Cracks1 of 16 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for drinkware.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. BackcountryMost items90 days from delivery
  3. Kohl'sMost items90 days
  4. REIMost items90 days
  5. TargetMost items90 days
  6. WalmartMost 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. Road Runner SportsMost items60 days
  6. Sportsman's WarehouseMost items30 days

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

On paper, Hydro Flask scores highest, with lifetime of full coverage.

Is a long warranty on drinkware 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 16 brands require registration for their basic coverage. Registering can still get you recall notices. Keep your receipt either way.

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