# WINCH — Designed to keep you safe

> Designed to keep you safe (iPhone/iPad app by James Moore.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/winch/id1555036030 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [James Moore](https://appshunter.io/developer/1555036032)
- Category: Utilities, Reference
- Price: $5.99
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 12.4 · 27 MB
- Languages: American English
- Released: 2021-05-11
- Data updated: 2026-08-14
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/winch/id1555036030/reviews.md

## What is WINCH?

WINCH is made up of three distinct areas.

The winch calculator enables individuals to input car, winch and terrain information in order to estimate how much force will be required to move their vehicle.

The winch check list comprises of 12 simple questions to ask before commencing winching. These simple safety checks will help to keep you safe. If you're not sure what you're checking, links will take you straight through to the skills section.

The skills section details some of the basic knowledge required for safe winching.


## Version history (last 5 releases)

### 2.8.0 — 2024-09-11

Redesign of the WINCH app.

### 1.0.4 — 2022-04-21

General updates, bugs and fixes

### 1.0.3 — 2022-02-19

What’s new: To be honest, not a huge amount. We’ve updated a few phrases to ensure maximum clarity and safety. It’s all good!

### 1.0.2 — 2022-02-17

What’s new: To be honest, not a huge amount. We’ve updated a few phrases to ensure maximum clarity and safety. It’s all good!

### 1.0.1 — 2021-05-14

- Images optimised for older devices
- Incorrect terminology on shackles safety screen

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