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Coast warranty for headlamps & lights

75/100 Warranty ScoreRanked 1 of 10 brands
The short version

Coast covers headlamps & lights in full for life, with no partial coverage after that. That full coverage is longer than most of the 10 brands we compared, which typically cover 7 years in full. You don't need to register to get this coverage.

From Coast'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: LifetimeNo partial coverage
  • Full coverageFlashlight or headlampLifetime
The fine print, decoded

What it leaves out

  • Normal wear and tear
Good to know before you buy
  • Covers the original buyer only, in the USA and Canada.
  • Batteries, charging accessories and battery leakage damage are not covered.
  • You pay shipping and handling on exchanges; keep the damaged light until the replacement arrives.

How other brands compare for headlamps & lights

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Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for headlamps & lights.

  1. BackcountryMost items90 days from delivery
  2. REIMost items90 days
  3. WalmartMost items90 days
  4. Big 5 Sporting GoodsWestern US storesMost items90 days
  5. ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
  6. Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
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  1. Bass Pro ShopsMost items60 days
  2. Cabela'sMost items60 days
  3. 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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