Sunglasses: warranties compared
12 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.
8 of 12 brands cover sunglasses in full for one year or less. Bajío and Smith cover everything for life. 7 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends, and 4 keep something covered for life.
Every brand, side by side
- 1Bajío75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 2Smith75/100Full: LifetimeNo partial coverage
- 3Tifosi51/100Full: 1 yearPartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Sunglasses (manufacturing defects)
- 4Smith Optics45/100Full: NonePartial: to lifetimePartial covers: Sunglasses; Prescription eyewear
- 5Under Armour Eyewear43/100Full: 3 yearsNo partial coverage
- 6Maui Jim32/100Full: 2 yearsNo partial coverage
- 7Quay21/100Full: 1 yearNo partial coverage
- 8Costa Del Mar15/100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Whole product; Prescription frames and lenses
- 9Oakley15/100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Frame, hinges and lenses
- 10Ray-Ban15/100Full: NonePartial: to 2 yearsPartial covers: Frame, hinges and lenses
- 11Foster Grant13/100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Solar Shield, Haven, Solar Comfort, Guardian Pro, Polar Optics lines; Whole product
- 12Goodr13/100Full: NonePartial: to 1 yearPartial covers: Whole product
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 tear7 of 12 brands
- Accidental breaks and misuse6 of 12 brands
- Scratches, dents and looks5 of 12 brands
- Cracks1 of 12 brands
- Missing parts1 of 12 brands
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for sunglasses.
- CostcoMost itemsNo fixed deadline
- NordstromMost itemsNo fixed deadline
- evoPacific Northwest and Mountain West storesMost items366 days
- BackcountryMost items90 days from delivery
- Kohl'sMost items90 days
- REIMost items90 days
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- TargetMost items90 days
- WalmartMost items90 days
- ScheelsMidwest and Mountain West storesMost items90 days
- Academy Sports + OutdoorsMost items60 days
- Bass Pro ShopsMost items60 days
- Cabela'sMost items60 days
- JCPenneyMost items60 days
- Road Runner SportsMost items60 days
- West MarineMost items60 days
- ZapposMost items60 days from delivery
- Nordstrom RackMost items40 days
- Bloomingdale'sMost items30 days from delivery
- Dillard'sMost items30 days
- Macy'sMost items30 days from delivery
- PGA TOUR SuperstoreMost items30 days
- Ross Dress for LessMost items30 days
- Saks Fifth AvenueMost items30 days from delivery
- Sportsman's WarehouseMost items30 days
- Urban OutfittersMost items30 days from delivery
- BelkSoutheast storesMost items30 days
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for sunglasses 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 sunglasses has the best warranty?
On paper, Bajío scores highest, with lifetime of full coverage.
Is a long warranty on sunglasses 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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