Welders: warranties compared
10 brands. We read every warranty so you don't have to. Checked through October 2026.
5 of 10 brands cover welders in full for one year or less. The longest full coverage is 5 years, from Lincoln Electric and Everlast. 5 brands keep some parts covered after full coverage ends.
Every brand, side by side
- 1Lincoln Electric70/100Full: 5 yearsPartial: to 7 yearsPartial covers: Main power rectifier (Idealarc)
- 2Everlast65/100Full: 5 yearsNo partial coverage
- 3Hobart48/100Full: 3 yearsPartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Transformers and main rectifiers
- 4Miller48/100Full: 3 yearsPartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Main power rectifier
- 5YesWelder43/100Full: 3 yearsNo partial coverage
- 6Forney18/100Full: NonePartial: to 5 yearsPartial covers: Transformers and rectifiers (transformer welders); Internal electrical components; Auto-darkening helmet (Advantage, Master); and more
- 7Klutch18/100Full: NonePartial: to 3 yearsPartial covers: Whole productCheck your model's manual
- 8Titan13/100Full: 3 monthsNo partial coverageCheck your model's manual
- 9Vulcan13/100Full: 3 monthsNo partial coverage
- 10Eastwood10/100Full: 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 tear9 of 10 brands
- Accidental breaks and misuse6 of 10 brands
- Stopping working from outside causes3 of 10 brands
- Overheating2 of 10 brands
- Scratches, dents and looks1 of 10 brands
How long stores give you to return it
Longest return window first, for welders.
- Harbor FreightMost items90 days
- Lowe'sMost items90 days
- The Home DepotMost items90 days
- WalmartMost items90 days
- Blain's Farm & FleetUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
- Theisen's Home Farm AutoUpper Midwest storesMost items90 days
Show all 13 stores
- Northern Tool + EquipmentMost items60 days from delivery
- Family Farm & HomeGreat Lakes storesMost items60 days
- Ace HardwareMost items30 days
- Do it BestMost items30 days
- Tractor SupplyMost items30 days
- Murdoch's Ranch & Home SupplyMountain West storesMost items30 days
- Rural KingMidwest storesMost items30 days
From each store's published return policy, using its rule for welders 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 welders has the best warranty?
On paper, Lincoln Electric scores highest, with 5 years of full coverage and longer coverage on some parts.
Is a long warranty on welders 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 10 brands require registration for some of their coverage, often within a set number of days. Keep your receipt either way.
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