The short answer

Three brands offer true lifetime warranty coverage that doesn't sunset – Monos, Béis, and Rimowa. July also offers lifetime coverage on luggage. Travelpro covers major components for life, with limited airline damage coverage tied to product registration. Tumi caps coverage at five years. Away – which historically had the strongest "lifetime" reputation – significantly changed its policy in April 2026.

Side-by-side warranty comparison

This table summarizes how each brand structures coverage, what's typically included, and where the limits sit.

The big shift: Away's new LifetimeCare program

The most significant change in the luggage industry's warranty landscape happened on April 14, 2026, when Away replaced its limited lifetime warranty with a program called "LifetimeCare."

Despite the name, LifetimeCare is structured differently than a traditional lifetime warranty.

Under the new policy:

• For the first 5 years: repairs for functional damage (manufacturing defects or "rough travel") are complimentary
• After 5 years: repair support continues, but a "reasonable service fee may apply"
• One replacement maximum within the 5-year window if repair isn't possible
• LifetimeCare Pro – an optional upgrade that extends complimentary repairs to 10 years and allows up to two replacements in that window

For travellers who purchased an Away suitcase before April 14, 2026, the original limited lifetime warranty still applies. New customers should review the LifetimeCare terms carefully before assuming the policy works the same way.

How Monos approaches lifetime warranty

Every Monos suitcase comes with a Lifetime Warranty for the original owner – coverage for the craftsmanship and quality of the parts that matter most. That includes wheels, locks, handles, and zippers, plus the structural integrity of the shell.

If a part fails through normal use, Monos ships a replacement part with installation instructions. If the component can't be repaired or replaced, the suitcase itself is replaced.

Coverage:

• Telescopic handle – covered if it stops extending or functioning as intended
• Locks – covered if non-functional or failing during standard handling
• Wheels – covered if stuck, worn, or broken with regular use
• Shell – cracks or breaks affecting function
• Zippers – covered if they no longer close or function

What isn't covered: cosmetic damage – scuffs, scratches, dents, stains, color changes, or normal wear that doesn't impair function. Aluminum suitcases will show character with use; that's part of how the material ages.

For travellers who want coverage that extends beyond standard warranty – including airline mishandling, zipper damage from rough transit, and lost luggage – Monos offers two optional Lifetime Warranty+ upgrades (Essential and Pro). These are one-time purchases added within 14 days of delivery, designed to reflect how people actually travel.

For more on filing claims: What to do if an airline damages your luggage.

What gets excluded across nearly every brand

Despite very different headlines, the major brands share a common list of exclusions. Knowing these makes warranty comparison much simpler.

• Cosmetic damage – scuffs, scratches, dents, stains, color changes
• Normal wear and tear – wheels and zippers wearing over time without breaking
• Misuse, accidents, abuse – damage from improper use is universally excluded
• Damage from third parties – including airlines, unless specifically covered
• Non-original owners – most policies don't transfer when luggage is sold or given to a non-original recipient
• Unauthorized retailers – purchases from non-authorized resellers usually void coverage

For more on what tends to actually fail: What actually breaks on luggage.

Airline damage – why it's the trickiest part of warranty

Airline-caused damage is one of the most common reasons travellers reach for a warranty – and one of the most commonly excluded scenarios.

How each brand handles it:

• Monos: not included in standard warranty. Available as an optional add-on through Lifetime Warranty+ Essential or Pro
• Away: "rough travel" damage is included within the 5-year free window under LifetimeCare
• Béis: not covered – airline/transport handling damage is explicitly excluded
• July: not covered – improper use and transit damage are excluded
• Travelpro: covered under the "Trusted Companion Promise," with duration varying by collection (some only year 1)
• Rimowa: not covered – transport damage explicitly excluded
• Tumi: covered in year 1 only; not covered years 2–5

Most brands point travellers toward filing a claim with the airline first, since airlines are responsible for damage that occurs while the bag is in their care. That process is its own challenge – and worth understanding before something goes wrong.

How long the warranty actually lasts (in practice)

"Lifetime" doesn't mean the same thing across brands. Here's what each brand's coverage actually looks like in years:

What travellers should look for in a luggage warranty

Beyond the headline word "lifetime," these are the questions that actually matter:

• Does it cover wheels, handles, zippers, and shell? These are the components most likely to fail.
• Is there a service fee after a certain number of years? Some "lifetime" programs convert to fee-based service.
• Is airline damage included? If not, can it be added through an upgrade?
• Does the warranty transfer? Most don't – relevant for gifts and second-hand luggage.
• How easy is the claims process? Policy strength only matters if it's accessible.
• What proof of purchase is required? Some brands require registration within a specific window.

How Monos compares

Monos sits with Béis, Rimowa, and July among the brands that still offer true lifetime coverage on luggage – without converting to fee-based service after a fixed number of years. That coverage is included with every suitcase purchased directly or through an authorized retailer.

For travellers who want airline damage coverage layered in – including coverage for cracks, dents, structural impact, and zipper damage from transit – Monos offers Lifetime Warranty+ Essential or Pro as a one-time upgrade.

To explore Monos collections:

• Carry-On: Shop carry-on
• Check-In: Shop check-in
• Aluminum: Shop aluminum
• Hybrid: Shop hybrid
• Expandables: Shop expandables

For full warranty details: Warranty and repairs.

Helpful related guides

• What actually breaks on luggage
• What to do if an airline damages your luggage
• Scuffs and scratches on luggage
• Monos vs Away – an honest comparison
• How Monos compares to Rimowa