Optics & Scopes: warranties compared
21 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.
10 of 21 brands cover optics & scopes in full for one year or less. 6 brands cover everything for life. 8 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends, and 9 keep something covered for life.
Every brand, side by side
- 1Athlon Optics75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 2Leupold75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 3Simmons Optics75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 4Steiner75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 5Tasco75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 6Vortex Optics75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 7Swarovski Optik65/100Full: 10 yearsNo partial coverage
- 8Pulsar Night Vision60/100Full: 5 yearsNo partial coverage
- 9Celestron45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Optical system; Exterior; Included accessories; and more
- 10Nikon45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Optical system; Non-optical components; Electronic components
- 11Sig Sauer Electro-Optics45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Optic (non-electronic); Electronic and tritium components
- 12AGM Global Vision43/100Full: 3 yearsNo partial coverageVaries by model line
- 13Barska43/100Full: 3 yearsNo partial coverage
- 14Bushnell32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverageVaries by model line
- 15Garmin21/100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
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
- Accidental breaks and misuse8 of 21 brands
- Scratches, dents and looks8 of 21 brands
- Batteries4 of 21 brands
- Missing parts4 of 21 brands
- Normal wear and tear4 of 21 brands
- Water damage2 of 21 brands
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for optics & scopes.
- WalmartMost items90 days
- Big 5 Sporting GoodsWestern US storesMost items90 days
- Blain's Farm & FleetUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
- ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
- Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
- Bass Pro ShopsMost items60 days
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- Cabela'sMost items60 days
- Sportsman's WarehouseMost items30 days
- Murdoch's Ranch & Home SupplyMountain West storesMost items30 days
- Rural KingMidwest storesMost items30 days
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for optics & scopes 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 optics & scopes has the best warranty?
On paper, Athlon Optics scores highest, with lifetime of full coverage.
Is a long warranty on optics & scopes 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 21 brands require registration for some of their coverage, often within a set number of days. Keep your receipt either way.
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