The Superwinch Terra 4500SR is the better winch overall, rated 3.1 to 3.0. The Superwinch Terra 4500SR leads on value. The WARN AXON 45-S wins on sealing. The Superwinch Terra 4500SR costs $225.63 less ($474.36 vs $699.99).
A light, sealed UTV winch from a long standing winch maker, with a lifetime mechanical warranty. Choose it for a side by side if brand support matters more than the lowest price.
Amazon $474.36A premium 4,500 lb winch for UTVs and large ATVs that winch often or run a plow. Owners who winch only now and then can save with the VRX 45-S.
Amazon $699.99Prices 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.
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 | Superwinch Terra 4500SR | WARN AXON 45-S |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.1/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 39 $105.41 per 1,000 lb of pull ($474.36, 4,500 lb) | 11 $155.55 per 1,000 lb of pull ($699.99, 4,500 lb) |
| Line speed 20% | 50 line speed under load not published (neutral score used) | 50 line speed under load not published (neutral score used) |
| Current draw 10% | 50 current draw under load not published (neutral score used) | 50 current draw under load not published (neutral score used) |
| Sealing 15% | 70 IP67 sealing | 100 IP68 sealing |
| Warranty 25% | 33 3 years on the electrics, lifetime on mechanical parts | 33 3 years on the electrics, lifetime on mechanical parts |
| Superwinch Terra 4500SR | WARN AXON 45-S | |
|---|---|---|
| Pulling | ||
| Rated pull | 4,500 lb | 4,500 lb |
| Line speed, no load | - | 16.3 ft/min |
| Motor | 1.8 hp permanent magnet | permanent magnet |
| Gear ratio | 198:1 | - |
| Rope and controls | ||
| Rope | 50 ft synthetic | 50 ft synthetic |
| Rope diameter | 0.2 in | 0.2 in |
| Wireless remote | No | No |
| Sealing | IP67 | IP68 |
| Build | ||
| Weight | 19 lb | - |
| Warranty | 3 years electrical, lifetime mechanical | 3 years electrical, lifetime mechanical |
| Released | - | 2018-06 |
