Stark 61006 6.5HP Plate Compactor
A big, cheap plate with a water tank for driveways and asphalt patches. Plan for a ramp, since it has no wheels.
Amazon $609.95$609.95
The Stark 61006 6.5HP Plate Compactor and the SuperHandy GUO090 7HP are evenly matched, rated 3.8 and 3.7. The Stark 61006 6.5HP Plate Compactor leads on plate. The SuperHandy GUO090 7HP wins on build. The Stark 61006 6.5HP Plate Compactor costs $140.04 less ($609.95 vs $749.99).
SuperHandy GUO090 7HP
A low-cost plate with a water tank for small asphalt patches as well as gravel. Buy it knowing the warranty terms are not stated.
Amazon $749.99$749.99
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 Stark 61006 6.5HP Plate Compactor for plate (450 sq in (18 x 25 in) vs 300 sq in (15 x 20 in)).
- Choose the SuperHandy GUO090 7HP for build (wheel kit included, water tank vs water tank).
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 | Stark 61006 6.5HP Plate Compactor | SuperHandy GUO090 7HP |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.7/5 |
| Value 30% | 99 $152.49 per 1,000 lbf ($609.95, 4,000 lbf credited) | 92 $178.57 per 1,000 lbf ($749.99, 4,200 lbf credited) |
| Force 25% | 83 4,000 lbf | 90 4,200 lbf |
| Plate 10% | 100 450 sq in (18 x 25 in) | 40 300 sq in (15 x 20 in) |
| Build 15% | 30 water tank | 60 wheel kit included, water tank |
| Warranty 20% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Stark 61006 6.5HP Plate Compactor | SuperHandy GUO090 7HP | |
|---|---|---|
| Compaction | ||
| Claimed force | 4,000 lbf | 4,200 lbf |
| Credited force | 4,000 lbf | 4,200 lbf |
| Plate or shoe | 18 x 25 in | 15 x 20 in |
| Vibrations per minute | - | 5,500 vpm |
| Travel speed | - | 115 ft/min |
| Compaction depth | - | 12 in |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 196cc | Alphaworks |
| Power | 6.5 hp | 7 hp |
| Build | ||
| Water tank | Yes | Yes |
| Wheel kit included | - | Yes |
| Weight | 218 lb | - |