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Side-by-side guide

EXT-861 vs The Delight

EXT-861 and The Delight are both strong options if you are shopping for kit home. This comparison breaks down pricing, size, layout, and the tradeoffs that matter most when you are trying to pick the better fit.

Comparison table

Use the table below for the fastest read on price, size, and layout differences.

SpecEXT-861The Delight
Starting price$10,989$75,899
Square feet160 sq ft820 sq ft
BedroomsN/A2
BathroomsN/A2
SleepsN/AN/A
LoftN/AN/A
Home typeKit HomeManufactured Home
FoundationN/AN/A
BuilderKaldeesTiny Homes USA

Which one should you buy?

If you are deciding between these two homes, start with the tradeoffs below.

Choose EXT-861 if:

  • You want the more budget-friendly option.
  • You prefer a smaller footprint that may feel easier to place or move.

Choose The Delight if:

  • You want more overall living space.
  • You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.

Key differences

  • EXT-861 starts about $64,910 lower than The Delight.
  • The Delight offers roughly 660 more square feet than EXT-861.
  • EXT-861 and The Delight come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

EXT-861

EXT-861 Pros

  • Lower starting price by about $64,910.
  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

EXT-861 Cons

  • Less interior space, with roughly 660 sq ft less room.
  • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

The Delight

The Delight Pros

  • More interior space, with roughly 660 sq ft more room.
  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

The Delight Cons

  • Higher starting price by about $64,910.

Builder details

Builder relationship

EXT-861 is built by Kaldees, while The Delight comes from Tiny Homes USA. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

Related alternatives

If neither option is quite right, these nearby matches are worth a look.

LKH-075
Kit Home
323 sq ftSleeps 3Loft

Kit Home by Kaldees, 323 sq ft, sleeps 3, includes a loft, starting around $29,899.

The Homestead
Manufactured Home
840 sq ft2 bd2 ba

Manufactured Home by Tiny Homes USA, 840 sq ft, 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, starting around $75,899.