Running & Athletic Shoes: warranties compared
12 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.
12 of 12 brands cover running & athletic shoes in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 1 year, from ASICS. 8 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends.
Every brand, side by side
- 1ASICS21/100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
- 2FootJoy15/100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Waterproofing; Materials and workmanship; Comfort
- 3Nike15/100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Shoes
- 4Salomon15/100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Whole product
- 5Altra13/100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole product
- 6Hoka13/100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole product
- 7Saucony13/100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole product
- 8New Balance11/100Full: NonePartial: to 6 monthsPartial covers: Outsole (select tennis models)
- 9K-Swiss11/100Full: NonePartial: to 3 monthsPartial covers: Manufacturing defects
- 10Brooks10/100Full: NoneNo partial coverage
- 11La Sportiva10/100Full: NoneNo partial coverage
- 12Mizuno10/100Full: 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 tear8 of 12 brands
- Tears2 of 12 brands
- Accidental breaks and misuse1 of 12 brands
- Cracks1 of 12 brands
- Fading1 of 12 brands
- Missing parts1 of 12 brands
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for running & athletic shoes.
- NordstromMost itemsNo fixed deadline
- TargetTarget Owned Brand clothing and shoes365 days
- BackcountryMost items90 days from delivery
- Kohl'sMost items90 days
- REIMost items90 days
- WalmartMost items90 days
Show all 21 stores
- Big 5 Sporting GoodsWestern US storesMost items90 days
- ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
- Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
- HibbettMost items60 days
- JCPenneyMost items60 days
- Road Runner SportsMost items60 days
- Shoe CarnivalMost items60 days
- ZapposMost items60 days from delivery
- Foot LockerMost items45 days
- Nordstrom RackMost items40 days
- Bloomingdale'sMost items30 days from delivery
- Dillard'sMost items30 days
- Fleet FeetMost items30 days
- Macy'sMost items30 days from delivery
- Ross Dress for LessMost items30 days
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for running & athletic shoes 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 running & athletic shoes has the best warranty?
On paper, ASICS scores highest, with 1 year of full coverage.
Is a long warranty on running & athletic shoes 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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