Tomahawk TPC90H
A pro plate for asphalt and paver crews who want a long warranty. Homeowners will get more for the money from a budget plate.
Amazon $2,499.99$2,499.99
The Tomahawk TPC90H is the better plate compactor overall, rated 3.8 to 3.4. The Tomahawk TPC90H leads on plate, warranty and build. The WEN 56096 costs $1,900 less ($599.99 vs $2,499.99).
WEN 56096
#11 in Plate compactorsFull review
A light, low-cost plate for homeowners laying a patio or walkway base. It rolls on its own wheels and carries a two-year home warranty.
Amazon $599.99$599.99
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 Tomahawk TPC90H for plate (440 sq in (20 x 22 in) vs 244 sq in (13.8 x 17.8 in)), warranty (6-year warranty vs 2-year warranty) and build (name-brand engine, water tank vs wheel kit included).
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 | Tomahawk TPC90H | WEN 56096 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.8/5 | 3.4/5 |
| Value 30% | 31 $741.40 per 1,000 lbf ($2,499.99, 3,372 lbf credited) | 82 $227.27 per 1,000 lbf ($599.99, 2,640 lbf credited) |
| Force 25% | 62 3,372 lbf | 38 2,640 lbf credited of 3,350 lbf claimed (capped at 20 lbf per lb of its 132 lb) |
| Plate 10% | 96 440 sq in (20 x 22 in) | 18 244 sq in (13.8 x 17.8 in) |
| Build 15% | 70 name-brand engine, water tank | 30 wheel kit included |
| Warranty 20% | 100 6-year warranty | 67 2-year warranty |
Specifications
| Tomahawk TPC90H | WEN 56096 | |
|---|---|---|
| Compaction | ||
| Claimed force | 3,372 lbf | 3,350 lbf |
| Credited force | 3,372 lbf | 2,640 lbf (capped) |
| Plate or shoe | 20 x 22 in | 13.8 x 17.8 in |
| Vibrations per minute | 5,400 vpm | 5,700 vpm |
| Travel speed | 79 ft/min | 125 ft/min |
| Compaction depth | 12 in | - |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | Honda GX160 163cc | WEN 196cc |
| Power | 5.5 hp | 6.5 hp |
| Build | ||
| Water tank | Yes | No |
| Water tank size | 14 qt | - |
| Wheel kit included | No | Yes |
| Weight | 240 lb | 132 lb |
| Warranty | 6 years | 2 years |