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Side-by-side guide

ONE XL vs Elm

ONE XL and Elm 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.

SpecONE XLElm
Starting price$93,540Request pricing
Square feet388 sq ft390 sq ft
Bedrooms2N/A
Bathrooms3N/A
SleepsN/A2
LoftN/AYes
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationTrailerOn Wheels
BuilderescapeTumbleweed Houses

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose ONE XL if:

  • You prefer a smaller footprint that may feel easier to place or move.
  • You prefer the trailer setup.

Choose Elm if:

  • You want more overall living space.
  • You prefer the on wheels setup.
ONE XL

$93,540

ONE XL

escape

388 sq ft2 bd3 ba
Elm

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Elm

Tumbleweed Houses

390 sq ftSleeps 2Loft

Key differences

  • Elm offers roughly 2 more square feet than ONE XL.
  • ONE XL and Elm come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

ONE XL

ONE XL Pros

  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

ONE XL Cons

  • Less interior space, with roughly 2 sq ft less room.
  • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

Elm

Elm Pros

  • More interior space, with roughly 2 sq ft more room.
  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

Elm Cons

  • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.
  • Published pricing is limited, so you may need a builder quote to compare budgets precisely.

Builder details

Builder relationship

ONE XL is built by escape, while Elm comes from Tumbleweed Houses. 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.

TRAVELER XL
Tiny Home
344 sq ft2 bd3 ba

Tiny Home by escape, 344 sq ft, starting around $103,020.

TRAVELER
Tiny Home
269 sq ft2 bd3 ba

Tiny Home by escape, 269 sq ft, starting around $95,474.

ONE

$74,500

ONEescape
Tiny Home
276 sq ft2 bd3 ba

Tiny Home by escape, 276 sq ft, starting around $74,500.

Aspen

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AspenTumbleweed Houses
Tiny Home
390 sq ftSleeps 2Loft

Tiny Home by Tumbleweed Houses, 390 sq ft, sleeps 2, includes a loft.