A proven, fast horizontal windlass for power boats from 20 to 38 ft. Worth the premium for owners who value parts support and a three year warranty.
Amazon $1,159.86The Lewmar Pro-Series 700 rates 3.2 among horizontal windlasses anchor windlasss; the Lewmar V700 rates 2.9 among vertical windlasses ones. The Lewmar V700 costs $34.86 less ($1,125 vs $1,159.86).

A compact, well supported vertical windlass for a cruiser or center console up to about 30 ft with room under the bow.
Amazon $1,125Prices 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.
Scores side by side
These two sit in different style classes (horizontal windlasses and vertical windlasses), and each is scored against the reference points for its own class, so a rating says how well each does among its own style peers. How we rank explains each factor.
| Factor weight | Lewmar Pro-Series 700 | Lewmar V700 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 2.9/5 |
| Pull 20% | 42 700 lb maximum pull | 42 700 lb maximum pull |
| Line speed 15% | 81 105 ft a minute | 52 82 ft a minute |
| Value 30% | 26 $1.66 per lb of pull ($1,159.86, 700 lb) | 27 $1.61 per lb of pull ($1,125, 700 lb) |
| Features 10% | 70 free fall, stainless deck parts | 35 stainless deck parts |
| Warranty 25% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Lewmar Pro-Series 700 | Lewmar V700 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Style | Horizontal windlass | Vertical windlass |
| Maximum pull | 700 lb | 700 lb |
| Working load | 175 lb | 175 lb |
| Line speed | 105 ft/min | 82 ft/min |
| Motor | 500 W | 320 W |
| Current draw | 35 A | 45 A |
| Voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Fit | ||
| Boats up to | 38 ft | 30 ft |
| Rode | 1/4 in G4 chain and 1/2 in rope | 1/4 in G4 chain and 1/2 in rope |
| Free fall | Yes | - |
| Wireless remote | No | No |
| Stainless deck parts | Yes | Yes |
| Weight | 19 lb | 14 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |