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 is the better plate compactor overall, rated 3.8 to 3.5. The Stark 61006 6.5HP Plate Compactor leads on plate and build. The Stark 61006 6.5HP Plate Compactor costs $25.04 less ($609.95 vs $634.99).
SuperHandy GUO118 7HP
A budget plate with a big force claim for patio and walkway bases. Little is published about it, so treat the numbers with care.
Amazon $634.99$634.99
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)) and build (water tank vs house-brand engine, no extras).
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 GUO118 7HP |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.5/5 |
| Value 30% | 99 $152.49 per 1,000 lbf ($609.95, 4,000 lbf credited) | 100 $151.19 per 1,000 lbf ($634.99, 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 | 0 house-brand engine, no extras |
| Warranty 20% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| Stark 61006 6.5HP Plate Compactor | SuperHandy GUO118 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 |
| Compaction depth | - | 12 in |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 196cc | - |
| Power | 6.5 hp | 7 hp |
| Build | ||
| Water tank | Yes | No |
| Weight | 218 lb | - |