Answer. The longer established the manufacturer, the more likely they will be around to honour any guarantee. When looking at a guarantee, check how long it lasts and what it actually covers. Most table warranties cover material and workmanship but exclude fair wear and tear, and accidental damage. Most warranties also specifically exclude the vinyl - which is normally covered by a separate vinyl manufacturer’s warranty. You should also check if the cost of packing, shipping, and return shipping from the manufacturer’s factory is covered, particularly if the manufacturer is some distance from you. Massage tables are large bulky items and they can be very expensive to transport, particularly on a one-off basis. You should also ask the normal turn around time if your table does need service. These days most reputable manufacturers give a warranty of at least 5 years, while some manufacturers give even longer warranties (up to 10 years or even life-time on some components), for their premium products, and even include minor accidental damage in the warranty.

In short, the longer the warranty the better! Length of warranty is well worth taking in to account in the purchase decision because it can sometimes be worth many dollars a few years down the track.