Headlamps & Lights: warranties compared
10 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.
1 of 10 brands cover headlamps & lights in full for one year or less. 5 brands cover everything for life. 1 brand keeps some parts covered after full coverage ends, and 5 keep something covered for life.
Every brand, side by side
- 1Coast75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 2Kobalt75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverageCheck your model's manual
- 3Milwaukee75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 4Rayovac75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 5Streamlight75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 6Ledlenser60/100Full: 7 yearsNo partial coverage
- 7BioLite43/100Full: 3 yearsNo partial coverage
- 8Big Agnes32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
- 9Goal Zero32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
- 10Black Diamond18/100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: Headlamps and lighting
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 tear5 of 10 brands
- Accidental breaks and misuse3 of 10 brands
- Batteries2 of 10 brands
- Fading1 of 10 brands
- Scratches, dents and looks1 of 10 brands
- Tears1 of 10 brands
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for headlamps & lights.
- BackcountryMost items90 days from delivery
- REIMost items90 days
- WalmartMost items90 days
- Big 5 Sporting GoodsWestern US storesMost items90 days
- ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
- Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
Show all 9 stores
- Bass Pro ShopsMost items60 days
- Cabela'sMost items60 days
- Sportsman's WarehouseMost items30 days
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for headlamps & lights 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 headlamps & lights has the best warranty?
On paper, Coast scores highest, with lifetime of full coverage.
Is a long warranty on headlamps & lights 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?
1 of 10 brands require registration for some of their coverage, often within a set number of days. Keep your receipt either way.
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