WARN AXON 35-S
#3 in ATV & UTVFull 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
The WARN AXON 35-S is the better winch overall, rated 3.3 to 3.1. The WARN AXON 35-S leads on sealing. The Superwinch Terra 3500SR wins on value. The Superwinch Terra 3500SR costs $153.83 less ($380 vs $533.83).
Superwinch Terra 3500SR
#9 in ATV & UTVFull review
A compact, sealed winch for ATVs and light side by sides from an established brand. The short rope suits trail recoveries close to an anchor.
Amazon $380$380
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 WARN AXON 35-S for sealing (IP68 sealing vs IP67 sealing).
- Choose the Superwinch Terra 3500SR for value ($108.57 per 1,000 lb of pull ($380, 3,500 lb) vs $152.52 per 1,000 lb of pull ($533.83, 3,500 lb)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every ATV & UTV winch; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | WARN AXON 35-S | Superwinch Terra 3500SR |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.3/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 12 $152.52 per 1,000 lb of pull ($533.83, 3,500 lb) | 36 $108.57 per 1,000 lb of pull ($380, 3,500 lb) |
| Line speed 20% | 100 9.5 ft/min at full load | 50 line speed under load not published (neutral score used) |
| Current draw 10% | 35 204 A at full load | 50 current draw under load not published (neutral score used) |
| Sealing 15% | 100 IP68 sealing | 70 IP67 sealing |
| Warranty 25% | 33 3 years on the electrics, lifetime on mechanical parts | 33 3 years on the electrics, lifetime on mechanical parts |
Specifications
| WARN AXON 35-S | Superwinch Terra 3500SR | |
|---|---|---|
| Pulling | ||
| Rated pull | 3,500 lb | 3,500 lb |
| Line speed, no load | 20.2 ft/min | - |
| Line speed, full load | 9.5 ft/min | - |
| Current, full load | 204 A | - |
| Motor | permanent magnet | 1.6 hp permanent magnet |
| Gear ratio | - | 198:1 |
| Rope and controls | ||
| Rope | 50 ft synthetic | 32 ft synthetic |
| Rope diameter | 0.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Wireless remote | No | No |
| Sealing | IP68 | IP67 |
| Build | ||
| Weight | - | 17 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years electrical, lifetime mechanical | 3 years electrical, lifetime mechanical |
| Released | 2018-06 | - |