14 lifetime warranty myths

Myth: Moen doesn't need a receipt.

Reality: Moen's warranty text says original proof of purchase must accompany every claim. Moen claim guide.

Myth: L.L.Bean still has a lifetime return policy.

Reality: It ended in 2018. Refunds now run 1 year, with defects considered after that. L.L.Bean.

Myth: YETI is lifetime.

Reality: Rambler drinkware and hard coolers get 5 years. Soft coolers and most bags get 3. YETI claim guide.

Myth: Darn Tough mails you new socks.

Reality: You get a credit code for the full replacement value, after your old socks arrive. Darn Tough claim guide.

Myth: Smartwool replaces the item.

Reality: Approved claims are paid in digital gift cards. Smartwool claim guide.

Myth: Nike shoes have a lifetime warranty.

Reality: Nike's coverage is 2 years from the manufacture date on the tag. Nike official page.

Myth: Under Armour has a warranty.

Reality: Its help pages describe only a 60-day return for unworn items bought direct. Under Armour official page.

Myth: DeWalt tools are covered for life.

Reality: Only hand tools and mechanics tools. Power tools get 3 years. DeWalt Hand & Power Tools claim guide.

Myth: Snap-on is lifetime on everything.

Reality: Snap-on's personal-use warranty page doesn't say lifetime. Duration depends on each product's warranty code. Snap-on official page.

Myth: Samsonite covers airline damage.

Reality: Samsonite excludes transport damage, including airline damage. Samsonite claim guide.

Myth: A dented Hydro Flask gets replaced.

Reality: Dents, scratches and powder-coat chips are excluded as ordinary wear. Hydro Flask claim guide.

Myth: Zippo fixes the finish too.

Reality: The finish and decoration aren't covered by the lifetime guarantee. Zippo claim guide.

Myth: Patagonia repairs are always free.

Reality: Wear-and-tear damage is repaired at a reasonable charge. Patagonia claim guide.

Myth: Moen and Delta pay the plumber.

Reality: Both send free parts. Neither pays for labor. Delta Faucet claim guide.