Routers & Networking: warranties compared

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

The short version

4 of 6 brands cover routers & networking in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 3 years, from eero. 3 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
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#BrandWarranty ScoreFull and partial coveragePurchase5 yrs10 yrs+
1eero43 / 100Full: 3 yearsNo partial coverage
2Motorola32 / 100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
3Linksys18 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: Router or mesh node
4TP-Link15 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Router or mesh unit
5Ubiquiti15 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Whole product (Ubiquiti webstore purchase); Whole product (authorized reseller purchase)
6NETGEAR8 / 100Full: 3 monthsNo 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

The fine print, decoded

What these warranties often leave out

  • Accidental breaks and misuse3 of 6 brands
  • Normal wear and tear2 of 6 brands
  • Water damage2 of 6 brands
  • Scratches, dents and looks1 of 6 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for routers & networking.

  1. CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  2. StaplesMost itemsNo fixed deadline
  3. CrutchfieldMost items60 days
  4. B&H PhotoMost items30 days from delivery
  5. NeweggMost items30 days from delivery
  6. VerizonMost items30 days
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  1. WalmartConsumer electronics and PC components30 days
  2. Nebraska Furniture MartMidwest and Texas storesMost items30 days
  3. Best BuyMost items15 days from delivery

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

On paper, eero scores highest, with 3 years of full coverage.

Is a long warranty on routers & networking 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 6 brands require registration for some of their coverage, often within a set number of days. Keep your receipt either way.

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