Always Buy These 10 Brands With Lifetime Warranties

When you go shopping for a specific item or brand, you want to make sure that you are getting a quality product or service for the money you spent. How long this purchase lasts depends on how well it is made, the integrity of the company and just happenstance.

There are a lot of ways to shop smart and save money on brands with lifetime warranties. That means that you can buy something once, and if it breaks, gets lost or needs replacing, you get a new one, a free fix or an upgrade. It all depends on the fine print and varies from provider to provider, so make sure you read the details carefully.

That said, here are 10 brands with lifetime warranties that you should always buy.

There are few grocery stores that quite compare to Aldi, which backs up the uniqueness and standards of its products with the Twice as Nice Guarantee Return Policy.

This policy states, “If for any reason you are not 100% satisfied with the quality of any product, we will gladly replace the product AND refund your money.” Just make sure you have your receipt and the item’s packaging handy when you speak to a manager.

If you have some tools in your shed or garage, chances are one of them comes from Craftsman, “America’s most trusted tool brand.” And no matter what tool might break or be in need of replacing, the Craftsman lifetime warranty will cover everything it makes, including hammers, demolition tools, finishing hex keys, knives, multi-tools, nut drivers, pliers, ratchet, sockets, screwdrivers and wrenches — including sets.

“High-quality hand tools are an expense you don’t want to be stuck paying over and over,” said Todd Stearn, the founder and CEO of The Money Manual. “Fortunately, if you buy them from Craftsman, they come with a lifetime warranty for repair or replacement.”

There is rugged and there is rough, and then there is Duluth Trading Company, a clothing retailer that backs up its outdoor gear and products with the “No Bull Guarantee,” its version of a lifetime warranty.

True to form, Duluth Trading states, “We stand by the craftsmanship and durability of our products. If you are not satisfied with any item you purchase from Duluth Trading, return it for a refund within one year. After one year, we will also consider returns for items that are defective or don’t perform as designed. No Bull means if something goes wrong, we will always treat you right.”

Esee’s 1095 High Carbon Steel knives are a go-to pick for professional field knife lovers and backed by a warranty that, in the company’s own point of view, is pretty simple and straightforward.

According to Esee’s website: “If you break it, we will repair or replace it. We will not question the validity of your warranty claim for a broken knife. Warranty is lifetime and transferable. In other words, we warranty the knife no matter how many times it’s been traded, sold or given away — no sales receipt or proof of purchase required. We must have the knife returned to validate a warranty claim.”

The warranty does not include protection against rust, normal wear and tear or loss, so as long as you treat your Esee knives right, you’ll be set for life.

Whether you are guzzling down some cool water on a summer hike or filling up a hot cup of coffee on your morning commute, Hydro Flask has you covered for beverage carrying and lifetime warranties.

“MyHydro products carry a limited lifetime warranty against manufacturer’s defects for the life of the product,” as stated on the official Hydro Flask U.S. Warranty Guidelines, where the company will “replace any product found to be defective within the scope of normal and appropriate use.”

This backpack company has been around since 1967, and it understands that it makes a quality bag, which might need replacing every now and again.

“So, when your pack wears out as all things do, you’ll know you’ve gotten the most out of your gear and your experience,” according to JanSport’s limited lifetime warranty policy and guidelines, which applies to JanSport branded equipment only, such as packs, bags, pouches, totes, cases and the like.

Jansport stated that this policy is meant to cover all claims “warranted to the original owner against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship for the lifetime of the product.”

Love cooking and finding new ways to delight your dinner table? The Dutch Oven from Le Creuset is one of several different sets of cookware the line offers with a warranty that will not spoil any time soon.

“Not only is the Le Creuset Dutch Oven wear and tear resistant, but it is also an icon in terms of performance,” said Daniel Anderson, a retail expert and CEO of GoRubbishGo. “The limited lifetime warranty guarantees one of its durability, that this essential kitchen utensil will last for many years.”

Glasses and sunglasses are easily broken and frequently in need of replacement, which is something Smith Optics takes into account with its limited lifetime policy.

The company’s official statement reads, “All Smith sunglasses and goggles — including custom goggles — are covered for the lifetime of the product to be free from manufacturer’s defects under the terms and conditions of this policy.”

Hats from Tilley come with “A Lifetime of Adventure, Guaranteed,” according to the brand’s warranty webpage, noting that these hats have a tendency to be “stomped on, submerged, snagged on branches and still bounce back to their original shape and stature.”

Tilley doesn’t just have a sense of humor about what it makes, but an understanding that its hats can often be in strenuous outdoor conditions and that their owners might need to know there is a lifeline if something happens.

The website continues, “If by some divine intervention your Tilley loses too much of its lustre, some of our hats are Guaranteed for Life against normal wear and tear, poor workmanship and faulty material. Just let us know so we can replace it and get you back out there.”

They are cute, they are cuddly, and best of all: These bears are backed up by a lifetime warranty. The Vermont Teddy Bear company understands that while its stuffed animal toys are loved, often they can be loved a little too hard and need to be “admitted to the hospital” for fixing.

The Vermont Teddy Bear Lifetime Guarantee lays it out in clear terms: “Every Vermont Teddy Bear and Stuffed Animal comes with a full coverage Lifetime Guarantee. That’s right, no matter what happens, we’ll repair your beloved plush for FREE!”