Microwaves: warranties compared
43 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.
26 of 43 brands cover microwaves in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 5 years, from Gaggenau. 18 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends.
Every brand, side by side
- 1Gaggenau65/100Full: 5 yearsNo partial coverage
- 2Signature Kitchen Suite61/100Full: 3 yearsPartial: to 10 yearsPartial covers: Magnetron (parts only)
- 3Panasonic48/100Full: 3 yearsPartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Magnetron; Magnetron (multi-oven models)
- 4Maytag44/100Full: 1 yearPartial: to 10 yearsPartial covers: Magnetron and cavity
- 5Samsung44/100Full: 1 yearPartial: to 10 yearsPartial covers: Magnetron
- 6JennAir40/100Full: 2 yearsPartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Cooking components (parts only)
- 7Viking40/100Full: 2 yearsPartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Magnetron (parts only)
- 8Wolf40/100Full: 2 yearsPartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Magnetron tube and control boards (parts only)
- 9LG39/100Full: 1 yearPartial: to 8 yearsPartial covers: Magnetron
- 10Beko32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
- 11Bertazzoni32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
- 12Dacor32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
- 13Fisher & Paykel32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
- 14Fulgor Milano32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
- 15Hisense32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverageCheck your model's manualUnverified
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
- Water damage19 of 43 brands
- Scratches, dents and looks16 of 43 brands
- Normal wear and tear12 of 43 brands
- Accidental breaks and misuse9 of 43 brands
- Batteries5 of 43 brands
- Overheating5 of 43 brands
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for microwaves.
- BJ's Wholesale ClubMost items365 days
- CostcoMajor appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers, ranges and similar)90 days
- Sam's ClubMajor appliances such as refrigerators, washers and microwaves90 days
- TargetMost items90 days
- AJ MadisonMost items30 days from delivery
- FergusonMost items30 days
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- Electronic ExpressTennessee storesMost items30 days
- Nebraska Furniture MartMidwest and Texas storesMost items30 days
- P.C. Richard & SonNortheast storesMost items30 days
- RC WilleyMountain West storesMost items30 days from delivery
- Best BuyMajor appliances, kegerators and SodaStream makers15 days from delivery
- BrandsMart USASoutheast storesMajor appliances15 days from delivery
- CuracaoSouthwest storesMajor appliances7 days
- Lack's Home FurnishingsTexas storesMost items5 days
- Big Sandy SuperstoreOhio Valley storesMost items3 days from delivery
- Lowe'sMajor appliances48 hours from delivery
- The Home DepotMajor appliances48 hours from delivery
- WalmartMajor appliances48 hours
- WayfairMajor appliances (refrigerators, washers, dishwashers, ranges)48 hours from delivery
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for microwaves 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 microwaves has the best warranty?
On paper, Gaggenau scores highest, with 5 years of full coverage.
Is a long warranty on microwaves 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 43 brands require registration for their basic coverage. Registering can still get you recall notices. Keep your receipt either way.
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