WARN Winches Ranked

Last updated: November 1, 2026

10 WARN winches ranked. Each one is scored and ranked against every brand in its size, so "#3 mid-size" means third of all mid-size winches here, not third among WARN's own.

WARN makes 10 current winches: 4 ATV & UTV, 4 jeep & midsize and 2 full-size truck. Prices run from $475.80 for the WARN VRX 35-S to $1,779.99 for the WARN Zeon XD 12-S. Its best-rated model in each size: the WARN AXON 35-S (#3 of 12 ATV & UTV, rated 3.3), the WARN VR EVO 8-S (#1 of 11 jeep & midsize, rated 4.3) and the WARN VR EVO 12-S (#2 of 9 full-size truck, rated 4.0).

Prices were last checked November 1, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.

WARN winches 10

  1. WARN VR EVO 8-S
    #1 jeep & midsize4.3Full review

    A light, sealed 8,000 lb winch for small Jeeps, crossovers and light SUVs. It carries WARN warranty and support at an entry price.

    Amazon $649.99
    $649.99
    8,000 lb6 ft/min90 ft synthetic
  2. WARN VR EVO 10
    #2 jeep & midsize4.3Full review

    A sealed 10,000 lb winch with tough steel cable for Jeeps and midsize trucks. Pick it over the 10-S if you want lower cost and abrasion resistance more than a lighter front end.

    Amazon $591.99
    $591.99
    10,000 lb5.2 ft/min90 ft steel
  3. WARN VR EVO 10-S
    #3 jeep & midsize4.1Full review

    The sensible WARN for a Jeep or midsize truck: sealed, light and quick enough under load. It costs less than premium winches and still gets WARN warranty and support.

    Amazon $729.99
    $729.99
    10,000 lb5.2 ft/min90 ft synthetic
  4. WARN VR EVO 12-S
    #2 full-size truck4.0Full review

    A budget friendly 12,000 lb WARN for full size pickups and heavy SUVs. It trades some speed under load for a much lower price than the Zeon XD.

    Amazon $798.99
    $798.99
    12,000 lb4 ft/min90 ft synthetic
  5. WARN Zeon XD 10-S
    #7 jeep & midsize3.5Full review

    A premium 10,000 lb winch for Jeep and midsize truck owners who winch often and want speed, sealing and app control. Casual users get most of the job done for far less with a VR EVO.

    Amazon $1,649.99
    $1,649.99
    10,000 lb5 ft/min100 ft synthetic
  6. WARN AXON 35-S
    #3 ATV & UTV3.3Full review

    A fast, premium 3,500 lb winch for ATVs and small side by sides that get winched a lot or push a plow. Occasional users can save with the VRX 35-S.

    Amazon $533.83
    $533.83
    3,500 lb9.5 ft/min50 ft synthetic
  7. WARN VRX 35-S
    #5 ATV & UTV3.2Full review

    A dependable, sealed 3,500 lb winch for ATVs and small UTVs used for occasional recovery and chores. It costs less than an AXON but pulls slower under load.

    Amazon $475.80
    $475.80
    3,500 lb4 ft/min50 ft synthetic
  8. WARN Zeon XD 12-S
    #6 full-size truck3.2Full review

    A rugged, well sealed 12,000 lb winch for full size trucks that see regular recovery work. Buyers who just want 12,000 lb of pull at a low price are better served by the VR EVO 12-S.

    Amazon $1,779.99
    $1,779.99
    12,000 lb3 ft/min80 ft synthetic
  9. WARN VRX 45-S
    #6 ATV & UTV3.2Full review

    A solid, sealed 4,500 lb winch for UTVs and large ATVs that need recovery power without AXON pricing. It is slower under load but well supported.

    Amazon $555.99
    $555.99
    4,500 lb4.3 ft/min50 ft synthetic
  10. WARN AXON 45-S
    #11 ATV & UTV3.0Full review

    A premium 4,500 lb winch for UTVs and large ATVs that winch often or run a plow. Owners who winch only now and then can save with the VRX 45-S.

    Amazon $699.99
    $699.99
    4,500 lb-50 ft synthetic

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