Security Systems & Cameras: warranties compared
9 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.
5 of 9 brands cover security systems & cameras in full for one year or less. SimpliSafe covers everything for life. 2 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends, and 1 keeps something covered for life.
Every brand, side by side
- 1SimpliSafe75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 2eufy43/100Full: 3 yearsNo partial coverage
- 3Swann32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
- 4Wyze27/100Full: 18 monthsNo partial coverage
- 5Google Nest21/100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverageVaries by model lineCheck your model's manual
- 6Govee21/100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
- 7Ring21/100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
- 8Vivint15/100Full: 4 monthsPartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Equipment parts
- 9Lorex8/100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole product (hardware); PTZ camera motors and bearings; Accessories and consumables
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 misuse6 of 9 brands
- Water damage3 of 9 brands
- Batteries2 of 9 brands
- Normal wear and tear2 of 9 brands
- Missing parts1 of 9 brands
- Power problems1 of 9 brands
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for security systems & cameras.
- CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
- Sam's ClubMost itemsNo fixed deadline
- Lowe'sMost items90 days
- The Home DepotMost items90 days
- WalmartMost items90 days
- CrutchfieldMost items60 days
Show all 7 stores
- Best BuyMost items15 days from delivery
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for security systems & cameras 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 security systems & cameras has the best warranty?
On paper, SimpliSafe scores highest, with lifetime of full coverage.
Is a long warranty on security systems & cameras 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 9 brands require registration for some of their coverage, often within a set number of days. Keep your receipt either way.
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