Having a wireless winch that works with a remote control is a nice thing to have when loading and unloading.
Using the hard-wired switch on the winch works but can be a pain to make sure everything is loading correctly.
For example, loading a car on a trailer with no remote requires stopping periodically and making sure it is roiling up on the trailer properly.
Using a wireless remote allows you to watch the vehicle as it is rolling stopping and making corrections as needed in real-time.
There are many wireless winches available that come with a remote control.
Below is some of our favorite picks for best units.
As always be sure to read the reviews on Amazon, forums, or elsewhere to be sure a unit is a good fit for you.
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Our Picks for Best Winch with Wireless Remote Control
- RUGCEL RG-0021
- MegaFlint 3500 LB
- DCFlat 12V 4500LBS
RUGCEL WINCH Waterproof IP68 Electric Winch with Hawse Fairlead,Steel Wire Rope, 1 Wired Handle and 2 Wireless Remote (3500 lb.Load Capacity)
The RUGCEL RG-0021 is a waterproof IP68 unit that comes with two wireless remote controls.
It has a 12-volt 1.2 horsepower motor and is rated for 3500 lbs.
A mounting bracket and bolts are included, of course be sure it fits you installation.
The RUGCEL is a surprisingly well-built unit for the price.
It is a good low-cost budget winch that will work in a variety of scenarios.
MegaFlint 3500LB ATV Winch UTV 12V Electric 3500 LB/1591kg Off Road Kit A Recovery Winch Truck SUV Wireless Remote Controller
This unit from MegaFlint has a rated 3500 pound capacity and is a 12 volt winch.
It comes with everything needed to hook up to a 12 volt battery.
A mounting bracket is included but be sure it matches up to what it will be mounted onto.
The remote control has a big In and Out button to easily manage the winch wirelessly.
DCFlat 12V 4500LBS Wire Rope Electric Winch for Towing ATV/UTV/Boat Off Road with Mounting Bracket Wireless Remote Control (4500LBS) (JP-4500)
DCFlat makes this heavy duty 12V 4500 LB winch that also has a wireless remote control.
It is a nice unit with a 1.6 horsepower motor that includes a circuit breaker.
The package comes with everything needed for an install including a bracket for mounting it.
There is a lot to like about the DCFlat winch with many nice features built-in.
Summary
Winches are indispensable units in many scenarios, from loading a vehicle onto a trailer to loading and unloading a boat.
While a unit with a wireless remote control is not necessary, it can make a job much easier.
This is especially true if you are loading by yourself and able to walk around making sure things are going smoothly.
When buying a winch keep in mind what it will be bolted onto, and the bracket the unit comes with.
Also, the wiring will need to go to a battery which will need to be thought out.
For example, if mounted on a trailer most owners will have a deep cell battery located on the trailer.
With the many winches available there is no-doubt one to fit almost any scenario.
Do you have a favorite option? Let us know in the comments below.