Multiquip MVC82VHW
A rental-yard standard for crews that compact every week. It costs more, but its force rating is honest and the warranty runs three years.
Amazon $2,394.95$2,394.95
The Multiquip MVC82VHW is the better plate compactor overall, rated 3.6 to 3.1. The Multiquip MVC82VHW leads on warranty, build and force. The BILT HARD TL-G-PC10 wins on value. The BILT HARD TL-G-PC10 costs $1,894.96 less ($499.99 vs $2,394.95).
BILT HARD TL-G-PC10
#15 in Plate compactorsFull review
A cheap plate for a one-time patio or shed base. The 90-day warranty makes it a poor pick for repeat work.
Amazon $499.99$499.99
Prices were last checked November 3, 2026 and are subject to change; the price and availability shown by the retailer at the time of purchase apply.
Which should you buy?
- Choose the Multiquip MVC82VHW for warranty (3-year warranty vs 0.2-year warranty), build (name-brand engine, water tank vs wheel kit included) and force (3,080 lbf vs 2,500 lbf).
- Choose the BILT HARD TL-G-PC10 for value ($200 per 1,000 lbf ($499.99, 2,500 lbf credited) vs $777.58 per 1,000 lbf ($2,394.95, 3,080 lbf credited)).
Scores side by side
Each factor is scored 0-100 against the same fixed reference points for every plate compactors plate compactor; a clear win is highlighted. How we rank explains each one.
| Factor weight | Multiquip MVC82VHW | BILT HARD TL-G-PC10 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.6/5 | 3.1/5 |
| Value 30% | 29 $777.58 per 1,000 lbf ($2,394.95, 3,080 lbf credited) | 88 $200 per 1,000 lbf ($499.99, 2,500 lbf credited) |
| Force 25% | 53 3,080 lbf | 33 2,500 lbf |
| Plate 10% | 78 396 sq in (17.7 x 22.4 in) | 42 304 sq in (14.5 x 21 in) |
| Build 15% | 70 name-brand engine, water tank | 30 wheel kit included |
| Warranty 20% | 100 3-year warranty | 8 0.2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Multiquip MVC82VHW | BILT HARD TL-G-PC10 | |
|---|---|---|
| Compaction | ||
| Claimed force | 3,080 lbf | 2,500 lbf |
| Credited force | 3,080 lbf | 2,500 lbf |
| Plate or shoe | 17.7 x 22.4 in | 14.5 x 21 in |
| Vibrations per minute | 5,600 vpm | 5,500 vpm |
| Travel speed | 72 ft/min | 82 ft/min |
| Compaction depth | - | 10 in |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Honda GX160 | 196cc |
| Power | - | 6.5 hp |
| Build | ||
| Water tank | Yes | No |
| Water tank size | 11.6 qt | - |
| Wheel kit included | No | Yes |
| Weight | 181 lb | 126 lb |
| Warranty | 3 years | 0.2 years |