A winch is designed to pull a heavy item horizontally over either a slightly inclined or level surface. A Hoist is designed to lift a load vertically over steeper inclines that are greater than 45 degrees. Both can make the moving of heavy items easier. However, the correct piece of equipment must be used for the job. Find the perfect winch for you on The Best Winch. Winches wind a cable or a rope in or out around the drum so that the resulting tension pulls an object. The winch drum can be powered manually, with electricity or using hydraulics. The drums are made of fabricated steel manufactured specifically for the load capacity. Here at The Best Winch you will see a huge selection of winches and hoists and accessories for these products.