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Riding Mowers & Tractors: warranties compared

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

The short version

6 of 12 brands cover riding mowers & tractors in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 4 years, from Gravely. 9 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends, and 3 keep something covered for life.

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+
1Cub Cadet78 / 100Full: 3 yearsPartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Frame (Z2 zero-turns); Deck shell; Frame and front axle (XT2 lawn tractors)
2Bad Boy Mowers62 / 100Full: 2 yearsPartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Deck shell leading edge
3GravelyVaries by model line54 / 100Full: 4 yearsNo partial coverage
4Ariens45 / 100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Deck shell and main frame; Whole mower (APEX); Whole mower (IKON); and more
5KubotaVaries by model line42 / 100Full: 2 yearsPartial: to 6 yearsPartial covers: Powertrain
6Snapper38 / 100Full: 3 yearsNo partial coverage
7Exmark27 / 100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
8EGO23 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Whole mower
9Husqvarna18 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: Whole mower
10ScagVaries by model line18 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: Cutter deck; Deck spindles; Wear items
11Toro18 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: Whole mower; Engine; Belts and tires
12Murray15 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Whole mower

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

  • Normal wear and tear8 of 12 brands
  • Stopping working from outside causes7 of 12 brands
  • Accidental breaks and misuse2 of 12 brands
  • Water damage1 of 12 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for riding mowers & tractors.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. The Home DepotMost items90 days
  3. WalmartMost items90 days
  4. Blain's Farm & FleetUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
  5. Ace HardwareMost items30 days
  6. Lowe'sMost outdoor power equipment (mowers, tillers, snow blowers)30 days
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  1. Tractor SupplyItems with shipping restrictions (batteries, oil) and White Glove zero-turn mowers30 days
  2. Murdoch's Ranch & Home SupplyMountain West storesMost items30 days
  3. Family Farm & HomeGreat Lakes storesGas-powered equipment such as mowers, trimmers and generatorsNo returns
  4. Rural KingMidwest storesGas and diesel powered equipment (mowers, chainsaws, generators, pressure washers, tractors, ATVs/UTVs)No returns

From each store's published return policy, using its rule for riding mowers & tractors 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 riding mowers & tractors has the best warranty?

On paper, Cub Cadet scores highest, with 3 years of full coverage and longer coverage on some parts. Gravely covers everything longest, at 4 years.

Is a long warranty on riding mowers & tractors 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?

3 of 12 brands require registration for some of their coverage, often within a set number of days. Keep your receipt either way.

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