Smittybilt X2O Gen3 10K
A fast, sealed 10,000 lb winch for Jeeps and midsize trucks at a mid price. Pick it if line speed matters more to you than winch weight.
Amazon $634.98$634.98
The Smittybilt X2O Gen3 10K is the better winch overall, rated 4.0 to 3.7. The Smittybilt X2O Gen3 10K leads on value and sealing. The Smittybilt X2O Gen3 10K costs $165.01 less ($634.98 vs $799.99).
Smittybilt XRC Gen3 9.5K Comp
A fast, proven Jeep winch with synthetic rope and a useful load warning on the remote. It makes the most sense when you can find it discounted.
Smittybilt $799.99$799.99
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.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Smittybilt X2O Gen3 10K for value ($63.50 per 1,000 lb of pull ($634.98, 10,000 lb) vs $84.21 per 1,000 lb of pull ($799.99, 9,500 lb)) and sealing (IP68 sealing vs IP67 sealing).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every jeep & midsize winch; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Smittybilt X2O Gen3 10K | Smittybilt XRC Gen3 9.5K Comp |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 4.0/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 53 $63.50 per 1,000 lb of pull ($634.98, 10,000 lb) | 36 $84.21 per 1,000 lb of pull ($799.99, 9,500 lb) |
| Line speed 20% | 100 7.2 ft/min at full load | 100 7.5 ft/min at full load |
| Current draw 10% | 46 389 A at full load | 48 385 A at full load |
| Sealing 15% | 100 IP68 sealing | 70 IP67 sealing |
| Warranty 25% | 67 5 years on the electrics, lifetime on mechanical parts | 67 5 years on the electrics, lifetime on mechanical parts |
Specifications
| Smittybilt X2O Gen3 10K | Smittybilt XRC Gen3 9.5K Comp | |
|---|---|---|
| Pulling | ||
| Rated pull | 10,000 lb | 9,500 lb |
| Line speed, no load | 39 ft/min | 27.3 ft/min |
| Line speed, full load | 7.2 ft/min | 7.5 ft/min |
| Current, full load | 389 A | 385 A |
| Motor | 7 hp series wound | 7 hp series wound |
| Gear ratio | 185:1 | 173:1 |
| Rope and controls | ||
| Rope | 98.5 ft synthetic | 94 ft synthetic |
| Rope diameter | 0.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Wireless remote | Yes | No |
| Sealing | IP68 | IP67 |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 76 lb | 66 lb |
| Warranty | 5 years electrical, lifetime mechanical | 5 years electrical, lifetime mechanical |