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Lighting: warranties compared

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

The short version

20 of 23 brands cover lighting in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 5 years, from Westinghouse. 18 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends.

Every brand, side by side

Full coverage: everything, parts and laborPartial coverage: some parts only, you usually pay labor
Sort by
#BrandWarranty ScoreFull and partial coveragePurchase5 yrs10 yrs+
1WestinghouseCheck your model's manual65 / 100Full: 5 yearsNo partial coverage
2Visual Comfort & Co.48 / 100Full: 3 yearsPartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Integrated electronics and LED; LED bulbs
3UtilitechCheck your model's manual43 / 100Full: 3 yearsNo partial coverage
4Artika23 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Whole fixture (parts only)
5Brightech23 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Whole product; Incandescent bulbs
6DefiantCheck your model's manual23 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Whole light
7Halo Lighting23 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: LED light engine; Other parts and hardware
8Hinkley23 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Integrated LED components; LED bulbs; Light fixture
9Juno23 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: ENERGY STAR fixture, non-replaceable driver; ENERGY STAR fixture, replaceable driver
10Kichler23 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: LED light engine
11Lithonia Lighting23 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: ENERGY STAR fixture, non-replaceable driver; ENERGY STAR fixture, replaceable driver
12Progress Lighting23 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: LED light engine
13Philips18 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: Energy Star-certified products; Whole product
14Philips Hue18 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: ENERGY STAR-certified products; Whole product
15Quoizel18 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: Whole product; Glass and shades

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

  • Accidental breaks and misuse14 of 23 brands
  • Normal wear and tear7 of 23 brands
  • Power problems5 of 23 brands
  • Scratches, dents and looks4 of 23 brands
  • Stopping working from outside causes3 of 23 brands
  • Fading2 of 23 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for lighting.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. Sam's ClubMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  3. Hobby LobbyMost items90 days
  4. Lowe'sMost items90 days
  5. TargetMost items90 days
  6. The Home DepotMost items90 days
Show all 31 stores
  1. WalmartMost items90 days
  2. Lamps PlusWest storesMost items60 days from delivery
  3. Crate & BarrelMost items30 days from delivery
  4. Do it BestMost items30 days
  5. HomeGoodsMost items30 days
  6. Macy'sLighting30 days from delivery
  7. Ross Dress for LessMost items30 days
  8. Urban OutfittersMost items30 days from delivery
  9. WayfairMost items30 days from delivery
  10. Williams SonomaMost items30 days from delivery
  11. World MarketMost items30 days
  12. American Furniture WarehouseMountain West storesMost items30 days from delivery
  13. Nebraska Furniture MartMidwest and Texas storesMost items30 days
  14. RC WilleyMountain West storesMost items30 days from delivery
  15. SutherlandsSouth Central storesMost items30 days
  16. SteinhafelsWisconsin storesAccessories, lamps, wall decor, linens and area rugs15 days from delivery
  17. American Signature Furniture (Value City Furniture)Most items7 days from delivery
  18. Bernie & Phyl'sNew England storesMost items7 days from delivery
  19. Living SpacesWest storesParcel-delivered items and accessories (rugs, lamps, wall art, decor)7 days from delivery
  20. Star FurnitureTexas storesMost items7 days from delivery
  21. Slumberland FurnitureUpper Midwest storesMost items5 days from delivery
  22. HavertysSouth storesAccessories and lamps shipped by FedEx3 days from delivery
  23. Levin FurnitureWestern Pennsylvania and Ohio storesMost items3 days from delivery
  24. Mor Furniture for LessWest storesMost items48 hours from delivery
  25. Raymour & FlaniganNortheast storesMost itemsNo returns

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

On paper, Westinghouse scores highest, with 5 years of full coverage.

Is a long warranty on lighting 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 23 brands require registration for their basic coverage. Registering can still get you recall notices. Keep your receipt either way.

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