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Smartwatches & Wearables: warranties compared

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

The short version

12 of 14 brands cover smartwatches & wearables in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 2 years, from Polar and Suunto. 6 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
Sort by
#BrandWarranty ScoreFull and partial coveragePurchase5 yrs10 yrs+
1PolarCheck your model's manual32 / 100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
2Suunto32 / 100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
3AppleVaries by model line21 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
4CorosVaries by model line21 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
5Fitbit21 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
6Garmin21 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
7Samsung21 / 100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
8Amazfit13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole product
9Amazon Echo Frames13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole product
10Bose13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole product
11Oakley13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole glasses
12Oura13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole product; Certified refurbished product
13Ray-Ban MetaVaries by model line13 / 100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole glasses
14WHOOP10 / 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

The fine print, decoded

What these warranties often leave out

  • Normal wear and tear9 of 14 brands
  • Scratches, dents and looks9 of 14 brands
  • Accidental breaks and misuse8 of 14 brands
  • Batteries5 of 14 brands
  • Water damage4 of 14 brands
  • Missing parts2 of 14 brands
Where you buy it matters

How long stores give you to return it

Longest return window first, for smartwatches & wearables.

  1. BJ's Wholesale ClubMost items365 days
  2. CostcoTVs, computers, laptops, tablets, cameras, drones, projectors, smartwatches and cell phones90 days
  3. Kohl'sMost items90 days
  4. REIMost items90 days
  5. Sam's ClubElectronics such as TVs, computers and speakers90 days
  6. ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
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  1. B&H PhotoMost items30 days from delivery
  2. NeweggMost items30 days from delivery
  3. PGA TOUR SuperstoreMost items30 days
  4. TargetElectronics and entertainment (not Apple or Beats)30 days
  5. VerizonMost items30 days
  6. WalmartConsumer electronics and PC components30 days
  7. BrandsMart USASoutheast storesMost items30 days from delivery
  8. Nebraska Furniture MartMidwest and Texas storesMost items30 days
  9. CuracaoSouthwest storesCameras, cell phones, drones, computers, tablets and wearables15 days
  10. Best BuyActivatable devices (cell phones, cellular tablets, hotspots, cellular wearables)14 days from delivery

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

On paper, Polar scores highest, with 2 years of full coverage.

Is a long warranty on smartwatches & wearables 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 14 brands require registration for their basic coverage. Registering can still get you recall notices. Keep your receipt either way.

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