Wireless Winch Comparison Superwinch S5500 vs Comeup UW-500si

Updated 04/12/2022 | Published 04/11/2022

Products Featured in This Question

Superwinch S5500 Trailer Winch - Synthetic Rope - Hawse Fairlead - 5,500 lbs

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$763.06

ComeUp UW-5000si Trailer Winch - Wireless Remote - Synthetic Rope - Hawse Fairlead - 5,000 lbs

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$960.95

Wireless Remote Control Kit for Superwinch 12V Electric Winches

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$130.83

Question:

Are these two wireless winch controllers similar? Do they use blue tooth technology or radio frequency? It appears the Comeup wireless comes with winch whereas the Superwinch is a separate purchase. My application is loading a dragster into an enclosed trailer, so the remote needs to function at least 60foot from winch and have precise control of in and out function.

asked by: Ray T

Helpful Expert Reply:

The Comeup Winch part # CU645010 and the Superwinch S5500 Trailer Winch # SW1455201 with the wireless remote # SW43GR are both pretty similarly specced once you have the wireless remote for the Superwinch.

Based on that I would go with the ComeUp since the price is better, the wireless remote doesn't require any install, has a great range, and easily stores on the winch. The Comeup is also about 20 lbs lighter as well.

expert reply by: Jameson C