Flashlights & Lanterns: warranties compared
6 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.
2 of 6 brands cover flashlights & lanterns in full for one year or less. Coast and Olight cover everything for life. 2 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends, and 3 keep something covered for life.
Every brand, side by side
- 1Coast75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 2Olight75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 3Coleman65/100Full: 5 yearsNo partial coverage
- 4Streamlight45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Whole light; Rechargeable batteries, chargers, switches and electronics
- 5Nite Ize32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
- 6Cyclops13/100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole product
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
- Batteries2 of 6 brands
- Scratches, dents and looks2 of 6 brands
- Accidental breaks and misuse1 of 6 brands
- Normal wear and tear1 of 6 brands
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for flashlights & lanterns.
- 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
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- Cabela'sMost items60 days
- West MarineMost items60 days
- Sportsman's WarehouseMost items30 days
- Tractor SupplyMost items30 days
- Murdoch's Ranch & Home SupplyMountain West storesMost items30 days
- Rural KingMidwest storesMost items30 days
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for flashlights & lanterns 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 flashlights & lanterns has the best warranty?
On paper, Coast scores highest, with lifetime of full coverage.
Is a long warranty on flashlights & lanterns 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 6 brands require registration for their basic coverage. Registering can still get you recall notices. Keep your receipt either way.
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