Powerwinch Class 41 Free-Fall
For a 35 to 41 ft power boat owner who wants to anchor from the helm without walking to the bow.
Amazon $955.58$955.58
The Powerwinch Class 41 Free-Fall is the better anchor windlass overall, rated 3.2 to 3.0. The Powerwinch Class 41 Free-Fall leads on warranty. The Five Oceans Atlantic 600 wins on pull. The Powerwinch Class 41 Free-Fall costs $362.92 less ($955.58 vs $1,318.50).
Five Oceans Atlantic 600
A complete on deck windlass kit for boats from 20 to about 45 ft, a good choice when the rode needs replacing too.
Amazon $1,318.50$1,318.50
Prices were last checked November 2, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Powerwinch Class 41 Free-Fall for warranty (3-year warranty vs 1-year warranty).
- Choose the Five Oceans Atlantic 600 for pull (1,200 lb maximum pull vs 875 lb maximum pull).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every horizontal windlasses anchor windlass; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Powerwinch Class 41 Free-Fall | Five Oceans Atlantic 600 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Pull 20% | 59 875 lb maximum pull | 83 1,200 lb maximum pull |
| Line speed 15% | 44 75 ft a minute | 50 line speed not published (neutral score used) |
| Value 30% | 51 $1.09 per lb of pull ($955.58, 875 lb) | 51 $1.10 per lb of pull ($1,318.50, 1,200 lb) |
| Features 10% | 35 free fall | 35 stainless deck parts |
| Warranty 25% | 50 3-year warranty | 0 1-year warranty |
Specifications
| Powerwinch Class 41 Free-Fall | Five Oceans Atlantic 600 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Style | Horizontal windlass | Horizontal windlass |
| Maximum pull | 875 lb | 1,200 lb |
| Working load | - | 400 lb |
| Line speed | 75 ft/min | - |
| Motor | - | 600 W |
| Voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Fit | ||
| Boats up to | 41 ft | 45 ft |
| Rode | 5/8 in nylon rope and 5/16 in G4 chain | 1/4 in HT G4 chain and 1/2 in 3 strand rope |
| Free fall | Yes | - |
| Wireless remote | No | No |
| Stainless deck parts | No | Yes |
| Weight | 23 lb | - |
| Warranty | 3 years | 1 year |