Return policy comparison · 2026
PUMA vs Under Armour
Policy data verified July 24, 2026 (PUMA) and April 17, 2026 (Under Armour)
PUMA
B+
3.4 / 5.0 · Good
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 PUMA's B+ (3.4/5.0). It wins 2 of 5 scoring axes; the biggest gap is the holiday window: extended holiday window versus no holiday extension.
Score breakdown
Five axes, 5.0 points total — the same deterministic grader behind every Thrifle policy page.
PUMAUnder 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
| PUMA | Under Armour | |
|---|---|---|
| Return window | 45 days (eligible items) | ✓ 60 days |
| Free returns | Yes (most items) | Yes |
| Restocking fee | None | None |
| Return shipping | Free for standard online orders placed on us.puma.com, using a pre-paid return label; free returns are not offered for orders from APO/FPO addresses or US territories, or when a FedEx/authorized drop-off isn't accessible. | Free |
| Holiday extension | None published | ✓ Not specifically extended |
| Non-returnable | Final sale items (per product page), gift cards, customized products, bodywear including face masks (except manufacturing/material defects) | Gift cards, final sale items, customized items |
| Watch-out items | PUMA x LaMelo Ball and FENTY x PUMA shoes: 15 days | UA HOVR shoes may have extended wear-test period |
PUMA tip
PUMA doesn't offer direct exchanges online — you have to return the item and place an entirely new order for a different size or color, so order the replacement right away rather than waiting on the return to process.
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, PUMA or Under Armour?
Under Armour has the more generous return policy in 2026, grading A (4.2/5.0) against PUMA's B+ (3.4/5.0). It wins 2 of 5 scoring axes; the biggest gap is the holiday window: extended holiday window versus no holiday extension.
What is PUMA's return window?
PUMA's return window is 45 days (eligible items).
What is Under Armour's return window?
Under Armour's return window is 60 days.
Does PUMA or Under Armour offer free returns?
PUMA: Yes (most items). Under Armour: Yes.