Bose

Last verified: August 17, 2026

Return policy at a glance

United States
Return window
30 days
Free return shipping
Yes
Receipt required
Not specified
In store return for online orders
Not specified
Refund processing time
3-5 business days for credit cards and PayPal; up to 2 weeks for other methods
Restocking fee
Not specified

Bose allows returns within 30 days of purchase when buying directly from Bose. The product must be in original packaging with all accessories included. Return shipping is free when you use Bose's prepaid shipping label.

How returns work

Returns are processed by mail. Start your return online through the Start a Return page or your My Bose account. Once processed, you will receive return instructions and a prepaid shipping label via email. Pack the product with all accessories and ship it to Bose within 30 days of initiating the return.

Exclusions and restrictions

Trade in program purchases are final sale and cannot be returned. Personalized items, final sale products, and gift cards are also non-returnable. Replacement products provided through warranty or service are not refundable. If your product is damaged or defective, contact Bose Customer Service rather than submitting a return, as warranty coverage may apply.

Refunds

Refunds are issued to your original payment method. Credit card and PayPal refunds process in 3 to 5 business days. Refunds to gift cards or other payment methods may take up to 2 weeks.

Frequently asked questions

How long do I have to return an item to Bose?

You have 30 days from purchase to return your item. The return must be initiated online within this window, though you have 30 days from the start of the return process to ship the product back to Bose.

Is return shipping free?

Yes, Bose provides a prepaid return shipping label. You should use this label when shipping your return.

Do I need the original packaging to return an item?

Yes, the product must be returned in original packaging with all accessories included.

How long does it take to receive my refund?

Refund timing depends on your payment method. Credit card and PayPal refunds process in 3 to 5 business days. Gift card and other payment method refunds may take up to 2 weeks.

Can I exchange an item instead of returning it?

Yes, you can exchange any item that is eligible for return. Submit your exchange request through Contact Us, and Bose will send you a prepaid shipping label. Return the item in good condition with all accessories within 30 days.

What if my product is damaged or defective?

Contact Bose Customer Service instead of submitting a standard return. Warranty coverage may apply for damaged or defective items, which may result in repair or replacement rather than a refund.

Can I return personalized or final sale items?

No. Personalized items and products marked as final sale cannot be returned. Gift cards are also non-returnable.

How you can return an item

  • By mail , Using Bose prepaid return shipping label is recommended

Step by step

  1. Ensure you meet the return and refund qualifications including product purchase directly from Bose.
  2. Start the return online by visiting Start a Return or logging into your My Bose account.
  3. Receive return instructions and prepaid shipping label via email once processed.
  4. Package the product with all accessories and ship to Bose within 30 days of initiating return.

What you cannot return

  • Trade In program purchases , Final sale policy
  • Personalized items , Non-returnable category
  • Final sale products , Non-returnable category
  • Gift cards , Non-returnable category
  • Replacement products , Provided through warranty, service, or exchange

How your refund comes back

You paid with Refund comes back as
Credit card Refunded to original payment method
PayPal Refunded to original payment method
Gift Card Refunded back to the Gift Card
Other payment methods Refunded to original payment method

Exchanges

All items eligible for return are eligible for exchange. Submit exchange request via Contact Us, receive prepaid shipping label, return within 30 days in good condition with all accessories.

Damaged or defective items

Contact Bose Customer Service for replacement or repair under Warranty policy

Warranty

Replacement products provided through warranty are not refundable. Warranty service may still apply.

What the policy actually says

Every figure above is taken word for word from the retailer page. Here are the exact lines.

Field Quoted from the retailer
Return window days Experience Bose sound for 30 days when purchased on Bose.com.
Exchange window days Return to Bose within thirty (30) days of receipt using the shipping label Bose provides.
Free return shipping No. Bose covers return shipping for items returned within 30 days of receipt, when purchased on Bose.com.
Original packaging required The item must be in its original, undamaged condition with all accessories included.
Refund method Refunds will only be credited to your original payment method
Refund processing days Refunds typically process within 3-5 business days for credit cards and PayPal; other payment methods may take up to 2 weeks.
Trial period days Experience Bose sound for 30 days when purchased on Bose.com.

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