Pools & Pool Equipment: warranties compared
12 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.
7 of 12 brands cover pools & pool equipment in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 3 years, from Aiper and Beatbot. 6 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends.
Every brand, side by side
- 1Aiper43/100Full: 3 yearsNo partial coverage
- 2Beatbot43/100Full: 3 yearsNo partial coverage
- 3Intex32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverageCheck your model's manual
- 4Pentair32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverageVaries by model line
- 5Wybot32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
- 6Polaris Pool31/100Full: 1 yearPartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Pressure-side cleaner frameVaries by model line
- 7Hayward18/100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: Robotic cleaner (Expert Line); Robotic cleaner (Open Line) - parts onlyVaries by model line
- 8Polaris15/100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Robotic pool cleaner (parts); Battery spa robot (parts)Varies by model line
- 9Bestway13/100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Filter pump; Pool liner
- 10Funsicle13/100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole pool
- 11Summer Waves11/100Full: NonePartial: to 3 monthsPartial covers: Pool productsCheck your model's manual
- 12Aqua Leisure10/100Full: NoneNo 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
- Normal wear and tear6 of 12 brands
- Cracks3 of 12 brands
- Accidental breaks and misuse2 of 12 brands
- Punctures2 of 12 brands
- Scratches, dents and looks2 of 12 brands
- Stopping working from outside causes2 of 12 brands
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for pools & pool equipment.
- CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
- Lowe'sMost items90 days
- The Home DepotMost items90 days
- WalmartMost items90 days
- Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
- WayfairMost items30 days from delivery
Show all 7 stores
- Pinch A PennySoutheast storesInstalled pool equipmentNo returns
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for pools & pool equipment 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 pools & pool equipment has the best warranty?
On paper, Aiper scores highest, with 3 years of full coverage.
Is a long warranty on pools & pool equipment 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 12 brands require registration for their basic coverage. Registering can still get you recall notices. Keep your receipt either way.
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