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Side-by-side guide

TRAVELER XL vs Hartley

TRAVELER XL and Hartley 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.

View TRAVELER XLView Hartley

Comparison table

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

SpecTRAVELER XLHartley
Starting price$103,020$213,000
Square feet344 sq ftN/A
Bedrooms2N/A
Bathrooms3N/A
SleepsN/A2
LoftN/AYes
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationTrailerOn Wheels
BuilderescapeMint Tiny Homes Company

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose TRAVELER XL if:

  • You want the more budget-friendly option.
  • You prefer the trailer setup.

Choose Hartley if:

  • You prefer the on wheels setup.
  • You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.
Hartley

$213,000

Hartley

Mint Tiny Homes Company

Sleeps 2Loft

Key differences

  • TRAVELER XL starts about $109,980 lower than Hartley.
  • TRAVELER XL and Hartley come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

TRAVELER XL

TRAVELER XL Pros

  • • Lower starting price by about $109,980.
  • • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

TRAVELER XL Cons

  • • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.
  • • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

Hartley

Hartley Pros

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

Hartley Cons

  • • Higher starting price by about $109,980.
  • • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

Builder details

Builder relationship

TRAVELER XL is built by escape, while Hartley comes from Mint Tiny Homes Company. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

View escapeView Mint Tiny Homes Company

Related alternatives

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

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ONE XL
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ONE

$74,500

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

Lee
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Tiny Home by Movable Roots, 330 sq ft, 3 bathroom, sleeps 1, includes a loft, starting around $182,000.