When upgrading your 4×4’s vehicle protection, there’s one addition that’s right for the job. There are many benefits to adding a winch bumper to your 4×4. In addition to enhancing the look of your 4×4, a hidden mount or full winch bumper gives you long-term access to the recovery gear that could get you out of some very sticky situations!
But, as you’ll discover, it is the winch within that should be the object of your affection when upgrading for recovery.
There are countless 4×4 winch upgrades on the market, which can make the job of finding the right one that stands the test of time a particularly difficult task. Warn and Rhino are two brands that you’re likely to encounter in your search for the perfect winch upgrade, but which one is best?
The Rhino Electric Winch
The first thing you’ll probably notice about the Rhino Electric Winch is its price. The Rhino Electric Winch also promises a generous warranty, a power copper wound motor, wireless remote control, and even a free winch cover with every purchase.
You shouldn’t however be swayed by these perks or its low price point, especially when comparing this popular product with the far superior Warn winch.
The Warn VR Evo 12S Electric Winch
As the world’s leading winch brand, you and your 4×4 will certainly be in good hands if you invest in one of these solid and reliable winches.
As the upgrade of choice for a vast range of 4×4 enthusiasts around the world, the Warn VR Evo 12S Electric Winch Kit with Synthetic Rope Fairlead Remote Control has an enviable reputation, and it’s available with stunning styling at an affordable price.
The Warn VR Evo Electric Winch Kit includes everything you need to handle recovery safely and securely, such as rope, hook, fairlead, fitting kit, and a two-in-one wired and wireless control system. It also offers fast line speed, lower amp draw and a state-of-the-art remote, which makes it easy to use and particularly versatile.
This winch upgrade is the product of more than 50 years of experience, with the winch specially designed, developed and tested for the most rigorous of off-road uses.
So, is Rhino or Warn better?
Warn has a worldwide reputation as the market leader for quality, and has subsequently been at the forefront of innovation and design for decades. As a result, their winches are often copied but rarely, if ever, improved upon.
The VR Evo Winch takes the brand’s already world-famous winches up a notch, with the 12S model outperforming its predecessors as well as other winch upgrades on the market. Here Winch Mania explains more:
“I must admire the strength that this winch delivers. This particular model comes with an 80’ steel cable. Like many other models of Warn, you will get the synthetic rope version (VR 12-S) of this model as well. The good thing is the 12-S comes with 90’ rope, meaning you will get 10’ extra here than the VR 12 version. VR 12-S is significantly lighter than the VR 12.”
When compared with the Rhino Electric Winch, there really is no competition. The difference can be seen in price, with 4×4 drivers paying more for higher quality components, metal bodies and premium internal workings seeing it as an investment worth making.
There is a significant weight difference between Warn and Rhino winches. This is also due to smaller and weaker components being used throughout the latter.
Choose a premium winch upgrade that won’t let you down by shopping our Warn winches today.
