Best Towing ATV Winches of 2025

"I purchased this winch for my 2002 Honda TRX350 Rancher mainly to use with a snow plow attachment. Impressed by the packaging, as it arrived with numerous scuffs but intact. The owner's manual was well-written, which is a rarity these days. The only issue I faced was mounting the winch; the supplied bracket didn’t fit my application, making installation a bit tricky. Overall, I would definitely recommend this winch!"

"After a lot of online research, I went with this winch for my Skandic SWT utility snowmobile. I only did one substantial pull, about 70-80 feet uphill with a load over 1200 lbs. It performed well, although it did get warm and needed a couple of breaks. I prefer a cable remote instead of the handlebar control, but the winch itself is compact and well-built. I’ll update if I encounter any issues later."

"I installed this winch on my UTV and, as a Champion Generator owner, I expect quality. Installation was straightforward after some adjustments, and it handled a 700-pound pine log. It bogged down a little but ultimately got the job done. I also bought an 8000 LB. Champion snatch block for extra pull. This winch is powerful enough for my needs, and I’d buy it again."

"I bought this winch for my side-by-side RTV x1100c. It weighs 2400 lbs and handles it fine. It's a good winch!"

"I installed this Warn VRX 45 winch on my 2023 Kawasaki Mule Trans 4010. The installation was straightforward, and the quality is top-notch. Everything worked perfectly, including the remote."

"I chose Warn because of their stellar customer service and reputation. It was an easy install on my Suzuki Samurai, and it pulled me out of the snow five times on the first day!"

"I found the hookup directions to be the best, and despite some initial frustration, this winch works great once installed."

"I purchased this winch for my Honda Rubicon to manage a snow plow. Although the relay switch rattled, it seems to function well overall. I'm still assessing its durability after installation."

"Using this winch on my pickup hoist, I noticed it outperforms others I've used. When I had issues with the wireless remote, the customer service was exceptional. Jarrod helped me diagnose the problem and sent the necessary parts quickly."

"I installed this winch on my 2018 RZR S 900. The construction seems solid and it comes with everything needed to run wiring to the battery box. The wireless remote is fantastic, although I wish there was a different style mounting plate for the wired switch. The wiring schematic was overly complicated, but I found a simpler one online."

"I found the product to be nice and well-packaged. The instructions were straightforward, but I faced a compatibility issue with the Polaris Sportsman 850 mounting bracket. The rope housing was slightly oversized, leading me to return it for another brand."

"When I contacted support for my 2014 Yamaha Grizzly 550, they couldn't find my order and said there wasn’t a compatible mounting plate. After some searching, I found a plate that worked, but it required minor adjustments. The documentation was lacking, forcing me to rely on videos for the installation."

"This winch is perfect! I just wish it came with a wiring kit. We got it for my dad for Father's Day, but he had to spend $100 on the wiring kit. Kind of a bummer, but it fits his Can-Am Maverick perfectly. Now he’s hoping people get stuck just so he can pull them out!"

"I found the product to be a great purchase with an easy installation. The instructions were available at instructions.brp.com; I just entered the part number and selected my vehicle."

"I have a compact side-by-side Honda Pioneer 520, and this winch is a perfect fit. I'm using the stock battery, so it has a very little draw. It would've been nice to have a rocker toggle instead of the handlebar clamp it comes with, which meant spending a few extra bucks."

"After installing this on my 2021 Honda Rancher to run my snow plow, I found that it works great. However, when I used the winch today, I noticed that the line is already frayed. Considering it’s only been on for a few months and I’ve only moved snow three times, I feel like that’s a bit too soon for the wire braids to be breaking apart."

"I bought this winch on 1/24/21 and installed it a few days later. The installation was straightforward, and the directions were clear. They provided ample 8 gauge wire for the install. Unfortunately, after using it twice to lift my plow, the winch wouldn’t go in anymore. I thought it might be an installation issue, but I tested the switch on another ATV winch, and it wouldn’t work there either. Very disappointing!"

"I found the instructions somewhat vague. The leads were a bit short, so consider getting the extended battery leads if you're buying this winch."

"This winch is fantastic! I use it to pull my drag car onto the trailer, and it handles the job effortlessly. Plus, it looks great!"

"I've had excellent experiences with this winch. It's been submerged in water and has worked every time I press the button. Just make sure you order the correct winch mount!"

"I purchased the Axon 35 winch with Spydura rope, but they mistakenly sent me one with a cable. I ended up spending an extra $60 to replace the cable with braided spectra rope."

"The winch works perfectly on my boat, pulling me across everything, and I absolutely love it!"

"I bought this winch for my 2022 Honda Rubicon ATV, but unfortunately, it didn't fit. I had to return it, and the $120 restocking fee was quite high."

“I found the installation to be very easy and it has been working great ever since.”

“The product is well-built and meets my expectations from Kolpin.”

"I completed the install using just sockets and wrenches. The kit was very easy to follow and install. If you want to skip the hassle of finding all the plates and building your own kit, this is definitely the way to go."

"I used this on my Honda Foreman. It could have fit better."

"I bought this in June 2021 for my Honda Foreman 500. The winch rope broke while trying to retrieve my quad, which is less than 700 pounds. This winch is rated for 3500 pounds, but I found the motor seemed weak from the start. I didn't expect it to fail and the rope to snap like that. I'm not sure it should be rated for 1500 pounds based on its performance. I reached out to the seller today through Amazon to see how the warranty coverage goes."