SPOT warranty for GPS & navigation
The short version
SPOT doesn't cover everything, but keeps whole product covered to 1 year. That full coverage is the same as most of the 13 brands we compared, which typically cover nothing in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.
From SPOT'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 1 year
- Partial coverageWhole product1 year
The fine print, decoded
What it leaves out
- Accidental breaks and misuse
Good to know before you buy
- File your claim before the 1-year warranty runs out; you will need the device's ESN and purchase date.
- Keep your original receipt; SPOT asks for a copy with the return.
- SPOT sends the replacement first and charges your card if you do not return the old unit within 30 days.
How other brands compare for GPS & navigation
- 1. ZOLEO45/100 · Full: None
- 2. Precision Pro43/100 · Full: 3 years
- 3. Bushnell32/100 · Full: 2 years
- 4. TomTom32/100 · Full: 2 years
- 5. Garmin21/100 · Full: 1 year
Where you buy it matters
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for GPS & navigation.
- CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
- REIOutdoor electronics (GPS, cameras, watches, headlamps with electronics, etc.)90 days
- ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
- West MarineMost items60 days
- B&H PhotoMost items30 days from delivery
- NeweggMost items30 days from delivery
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- PGA TOUR SuperstoreMost items30 days
- WalmartConsumer electronics and PC components30 days
- Nebraska Furniture MartMidwest and Texas storesMost items30 days
- Best BuyMost items15 days from delivery
- CuracaoSouthwest storesGaming consoles, video games and software, car stereo and GPS15 days
- Car ToysPacific Northwest, Colorado and Texas storesPortable navigation, radar detectors and portable video products5 days from delivery
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for GPS & navigation where it has one. Member and holiday extensions aren't counted. Check yours before you buy.
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