Return policy comparison · 2026
Champion vs Under Armour
Policy data verified July 21, 2026 (Champion) and April 17, 2026 (Under Armour)
Champion
C+
2.4 / 5.0 · Fair
Winner
Under Armour
A
4.2 / 5.0 · Excellent
The verdict
Under Armour has the more generous return policy in 2026, grading A (4.2/5.0) against Champion's C+ (2.4/5.0). It wins 3 of 5 scoring axes; the biggest gap is the restocking fee: no restocking fee versus restocking fee charged.
Score breakdown
Five axes, 5.0 points total — the same deterministic grader behind every Thrifle policy page.
ChampionUnder Armour
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
| Champion | Under Armour | |
|---|---|---|
| Return window | 30 days (unworn, unwashed, tags/packaging intact) | ✓ 60 days |
| Free returns | Yes (store credit only) | Yes |
| Restocking fee | $7.95 deducted from refunds to original payment method | ✓ None |
| Return shipping | Free if opting for store credit; customer pays return shipping for refund to original payment | Free |
| Holiday extension | — | ✓ Not specifically extended |
| Non-returnable | Items purchased from third-party retailers or international websites, used/altered/washed merchandise, items missing original tags/packaging/shoe boxes | Gift cards, final sale items, customized items |
| Watch-out items | — | UA HOVR shoes may have extended wear-test period |
Champion tip
Choosing store credit instead of a refund avoids both the $7.95 deduction and the return shipping cost, which is the cheapest way to return an item bought directly from champion.com.
Under Armour tip
60 days with tags. Outlet purchases must return to outlet only. Defective covered by limited warranty.
Frequently asked questions
Who has the better return policy, Champion or Under Armour?
Under Armour has the more generous return policy in 2026, grading A (4.2/5.0) against Champion's C+ (2.4/5.0). It wins 3 of 5 scoring axes; the biggest gap is the restocking fee: no restocking fee versus restocking fee charged.
What is Champion's return window?
Champion's return window is 30 days (unworn, unwashed, tags/packaging intact).
What is Under Armour's return window?
Under Armour's return window is 60 days.
Does Champion or Under Armour offer free returns?
Champion: Yes (store credit only). Under Armour: Yes.