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Side-by-side guide

Lee vs System 01

Lee and System 01 are both strong options if you are shopping for tiny homes. 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.

SpecLeeSystem 01
Starting price$182,000$244,757
Square feet330 sq ft185 sq ft
BedroomsN/AN/A
Bathrooms3N/A
Sleeps118
LoftYesYes
Home typeTiny HomeCabin Kit
FoundationOn WheelsN/A
BuilderMovable RootsThe Backcountry Hut Company

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Lee if:

  • You want the more budget-friendly option.
  • You want more overall living space.

Choose System 01 if:

  • You prefer a smaller footprint that may feel easier to place or move.
  • You need the layout that sleeps more people.
Lee

$182,000

Lee

Movable Roots

330 sq ft3 baSleeps 1Loft
System 01

$244,757

System 01

The Backcountry Hut Company

185 sq ftSleeps 18Loft

Key differences

  • Lee starts about $62,757 lower than System 01.
  • Lee offers roughly 145 more square feet than System 01.
  • Lee and System 01 come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Lee

Lee Pros

  • Lower starting price by about $62,757.
  • More interior space, with roughly 145 sq ft more room.

Lee Cons

  • Sleeps fewer people based on the published layout.
  • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

System 01

System 01 Pros

  • Sleeps more people based on the published layout.

System 01 Cons

  • Higher starting price by about $62,757.
  • Less interior space, with roughly 145 sq ft less room.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Lee is built by Movable Roots, while System 01 comes from The Backcountry Hut Company. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

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