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 3.2. The Powerwinch Class 41 Free-Fall leads on value and pull. The Lewmar Pro-Series 700 wins on line speed and features. The Powerwinch Class 41 Free-Fall costs $204.28 less ($955.58 vs $1,159.86).
Lewmar Pro-Series 700
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 $1,159.86$1,159.86
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 value ($1.09 per lb of pull ($955.58, 875 lb) vs $1.66 per lb of pull ($1,159.86, 700 lb)) and pull (875 lb maximum pull vs 700 lb maximum pull).
- Choose the Lewmar Pro-Series 700 for line speed (105 ft a minute vs 75 ft a minute) and features (free fall, stainless deck parts vs free fall).
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 | Lewmar Pro-Series 700 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Pull 20% | 59 875 lb maximum pull | 42 700 lb maximum pull |
| Line speed 15% | 44 75 ft a minute | 81 105 ft a minute |
| Value 30% | 51 $1.09 per lb of pull ($955.58, 875 lb) | 26 $1.66 per lb of pull ($1,159.86, 700 lb) |
| Features 10% | 35 free fall | 70 free fall, stainless deck parts |
| Warranty 25% | 50 3-year warranty | 50 3-year warranty |
Specifications
| Powerwinch Class 41 Free-Fall | Lewmar Pro-Series 700 | |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ||
| Style | Horizontal windlass | Horizontal windlass |
| Maximum pull | 875 lb | 700 lb |
| Working load | - | 175 lb |
| Line speed | 75 ft/min | 105 ft/min |
| Motor | - | 500 W |
| Current draw | - | 35 A |
| Voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Fit | ||
| Boats up to | 41 ft | 38 ft |
| Rode | 5/8 in nylon rope and 5/16 in G4 chain | 1/4 in G4 chain and 1/2 in rope |
| Free fall | Yes | Yes |
| Wireless remote | No | No |
| Stainless deck parts | No | Yes |
| Weight | 23 lb | 19 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 3 years |