Cant speak for all setups but mine is pretty easy to use. Clutch is just reach down under the hood. If your half way handy its easy to remote mount the controls so the plug is up in the engine bay or even in the cab. No need to remote the actual solenoids. Just the plug. I e
went a step further with a master switch, fuse, and relays, but its not necessary. i wanted to make sure someone didn't accidentally turn on the wireless fob and damage something. with the master toggle off its not a concern. Maybe its only on 14 and later but its easy to see the winch rope on the spool on my setup through the grille.
2015 TEP Hidden Winch Build/Install