Comparison

WINCH vs Rescue Radar

Price, ratings, monetisation and update history for both apps, side by side — with what reviewers say about each.

Head to head
About

WINCH

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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.

About

Rescue Radar

Features
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Rescue Radar makes it quick and easy to connect with trusted roadside assistance and vehicle recovery providers when you need help most. Whether you’ve broken down, need vehicle transport, or want to schedule a recovery in advance, Rescue Radar helps you find reliable providers, compare quotes, and manage every step of the job from your phone. Features include: • Request roadside assistance in minutes • Compare quotes from nearby recovery operators • Choose the provider that best suits your needs • Track your recovery in real time • Chat directly with your recovery operator • Schedule vehicle transportation and recoveries • Securely manage your vehicle information • Save multiple vehicles for faster requests • Receive updates throughout your recovery • Easy-to-use, modern interface Rescue Radar is launching across Scotland, with plans to expand to additional areas over time. Need help on the road? Rescue Radar helps you find trusted recovery providers quickly and conveniently.

Screenshots

WINCH4 screens
Rescue Radar4 screens

Verdict

The call

The clearest difference is price: Rescue Radar at Free against WINCH's $5.99. WINCH's advantage is iOS requirement (12.4 vs 15.1). On update cadence, ads, in-app purchases and device support there is nothing between them.

Scored on Price · Rating · Positive reviews · Number of ratings · Update frequency · Ads · In-app purchases · Monetization · Best chart rank · Devices · Requires iOS

CostPrice · In-app purchases · Ads · Monetization

Rescue Radar is free to download; WINCH costs $5.99 up front. Neither carries in-app purchases, so what you see is what you pay.

UpkeepUpdate frequency

WINCH ships an update every 2 months, Rescue Radar every 6 weeks. The most recent releases landed on October 17, 2026 and October 12, 2026 respectively.

Scorecard2 real differences · 4 level
WINCH versus Rescue Radar: the parameters behind the verdict, then further details
ParameterWINCHRescue Radar
Price$5.99Free — better
Update frequencyEvery 2 monthsEvery 6 weeks — better
AdsNoNo
In-app purchasesNoNo
DevicesiPhone, iPad, iPodiPhone, iPad, iPod
Requires iOS12.4 — better15.1
Further details — not scored
Size27 MB35 MB
Age rating4+4+
DeveloperJames MooreHorizon Performance Ltd

In-app purchases

None

WINCH

No in-app purchases

None

Rescue Radar

No in-app purchases

Questions

Is WINCH free?
WINCH costs $5.99, with no in-app purchases.
Is Rescue Radar free?
Rescue Radar is free to download, with no in-app purchases.
Do WINCH or Rescue Radar have ads?
Neither WINCH nor Rescue Radar shows ads.
Which is updated more often, WINCH or Rescue Radar?
WINCH ships an update every 2 months, and Rescue Radar every 6 weeks. Most recently, WINCH was updated on October 17, 2026 and Rescue Radar on October 12, 2026.

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