Return policy comparison · 2026
Carter's vs Deux par Deux
Policy data verified April 17, 2026 (Carter's) and July 24, 2026 (Deux par Deux)
Winner
Carter's
A-
4.0 / 5.0 · Very Good
Deux par Deux
A-
3.9 / 5.0 · Very Good
The verdict
Carter's has the more generous return policy in 2026, grading A- (4.0/5.0) against Deux par Deux's A- (3.9/5.0). It wins 1 of 5 scoring axes; the biggest gap is the return window: 90-day window (above average) versus 30-day window (industry standard).
Score breakdown
Five axes, 5.0 points total — the same deterministic grader behind every Thrifle policy page.
Carter'sDeux par Deux
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
| Carter's | Deux par Deux | |
|---|---|---|
| Return window | ✓ 90 days | 30 days |
| Free returns | Yes (in-store) | ✓ Yes (US & Canada) |
| Restocking fee | None | None |
| Return shipping | Customer pays mail shipping | Free prepaid label for US and Canada; international customers pay their own return shipping; an $8.95 fee applies if the order falls below the $99 free-shipping threshold after the return |
| Holiday extension | Not specifically extended | Orders delivered November 15-December 30 can be returned until January 31 |
| Holiday deadline | — | 2027-01-31 |
| Non-returnable | Final sale items, altered items, gift cards, opened personal care | Underwear (final sale), items discounted 50% or more or marked final sale, damaged or worn items |
| Watch-out items | Standard 90-day window | Swimwear returnable only if the hygiene protection strip is intact |
Carter's tip
Same family as OshKosh B'gosh — return items at either store. Items must be unworn with tags.
Deux par Deux tip
Choosing store credit over a cash refund gets you a 10% bonus — worth it if you know you'll be buying the next size up soon anyway.
Frequently asked questions
Who has the better return policy, Carter's or Deux par Deux?
Carter's has the more generous return policy in 2026, grading A- (4.0/5.0) against Deux par Deux's A- (3.9/5.0). It wins 1 of 5 scoring axes; the biggest gap is the return window: 90-day window (above average) versus 30-day window (industry standard).
What is Carter's's return window?
Carter's's return window is 90 days.
What is Deux par Deux's return window?
Deux par Deux's return window is 30 days.
Does Carter's or Deux par Deux offer free returns?
Carter's: Yes (in-store). Deux par Deux: Yes (US & Canada).