Return policy comparison · 2026
Adidas vs LDMA
Policy data verified April 17, 2026 (Adidas) and July 24, 2026 (LDMA)
Winner
Adidas
A-
3.9 / 5.0 · Very Good
LDMA
B-
2.8 / 5.0 · Fair
The verdict
Adidas has the more generous return policy in 2026, grading A- (3.9/5.0) against LDMA's B- (2.8/5.0). It wins 2 of 5 scoring axes; the biggest gap is the return window: 30-day window (industry standard) versus 14-day window (very tight).
Score breakdown
Five axes, 5.0 points total — the same deterministic grader behind every Thrifle policy page.
AdidasLDMA
Return window · worth 2.0
Restocking fee · worth 1.0
Return shipping · worth 1.0
Holiday window · worth 0.5
Transparency · worth 0.5
Key terms side-by-side
| Adidas | LDMA | |
|---|---|---|
| Return window | ✓ 30 days | 14 days (postmarked from delivery) |
| Free returns | Yes | Yes |
| Restocking fee | None | None |
| Return shipping | Free | Free - prepaid label emailed after a return request is submitted through the Returns Portal |
| Holiday extension | ✓ Not specifically extended | None published |
| Non-returnable | Gift cards, face masks, customized items (mi adidas), final sale, some limited releases | All underwear (hygiene), international orders, final sale items, items bought with a promo code or during a promotional period |
| Watch-out items | Hype/limited releases may have stricter rules | — |
Adidas tip
Defective items covered by 1-year warranty even after the 30-day return window closes.
LDMA tip
Bought anything with a promo code or during a sale? You'll get store credit only, not a refund to your card - factor that in before stacking discount codes.
Frequently asked questions
Who has the better return policy, Adidas or LDMA?
Adidas has the more generous return policy in 2026, grading A- (3.9/5.0) against LDMA's B- (2.8/5.0). It wins 2 of 5 scoring axes; the biggest gap is the return window: 30-day window (industry standard) versus 14-day window (very tight).
What is Adidas's return window?
Adidas's return window is 30 days.
What is LDMA's return window?
LDMA's return window is 14 days (postmarked from delivery).
Does Adidas or LDMA offer free returns?
Adidas: Yes. LDMA: Yes.