VEVOR CNP20-2
#12 in Plate compactorsFull review
A wide budget plate for larger patios and driveway bases. Plan on a ramp or two people, since no wheels come with it.
Amazon $752.90$752.90
The VEVOR CNP20-2 is the better plate compactor overall, rated 3.2 to 3.0. The VEVOR CNP20-2 leads on plate. The VEVOR CNP80S-2 costs $153 less ($599.90 vs $752.90).
VEVOR CNP80S-2
#17 in Plate compactorsFull review
A cheap plate for one-off paver and patio bases. The force claim is well above what a 142 lb plate delivers.
Amazon $599.90$599.90
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 VEVOR CNP20-2 for plate (414 sq in (18 x 23 in) vs 336 sq in (16 x 21 in)).
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 | VEVOR CNP20-2 | VEVOR CNP80S-2 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 3.2/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Value 30% | 83 $223.21 per 1,000 lbf ($752.90, 3,373 lbf credited) | 85 $210.94 per 1,000 lbf ($599.90, 2,844 lbf credited) |
| Force 25% | 62 3,373 lbf credited of 4,440 lbf claimed (capped at 20 lbf per lb of its 168.7 lb) | 45 2,844 lbf credited of 4,047 lbf claimed (capped at 20 lbf per lb of its 142.2 lb) |
| Plate 10% | 86 414 sq in (18 x 23 in) | 54 336 sq in (16 x 21 in) |
| Build 15% | 0 house-brand engine, no extras | 0 house-brand engine, no extras |
| Warranty 20% | 0 warranty not published, scored as none | 0 warranty not published, scored as none |
Specifications
| VEVOR CNP20-2 | VEVOR CNP80S-2 | |
|---|---|---|
| Compaction | ||
| Claimed force | 4,440 lbf | 4,047 lbf |
| Credited force | 3,373 lbf (capped) | 2,844 lbf (capped) |
| Plate or shoe | 18 x 23 in | 16 x 21 in |
| Vibrations per minute | 5,400 vpm | 5,700 vpm |
| Travel speed | 82 ft/min | 75 ft/min |
| Engine | ||
| Engine | 196cc | 196cc |
| Power | 7 hp | 6.5 hp |
| Build | ||
| Water tank | No | No |
| Weight | 168.7 lb | 142.2 lb |