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Side-by-side guide

Ultimate vs Lee

Ultimate and Lee 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.

SpecUltimateLee
Starting price$148,720$182,000
Square feet720 sq ft330 sq ft
Bedrooms4N/A
Bathrooms23
Sleeps21
LoftN/AYes
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationTrailerOn Wheels
BuilderescapeMovable Roots

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Ultimate if:

  • You want the more budget-friendly option.
  • You want more overall living space.
  • You need the layout that sleeps more people.

Choose Lee if:

  • You prefer a smaller footprint that may feel easier to place or move.
  • You want more bathroom capacity.
  • You prefer the on wheels setup.
Ultimate

$148,720

Ultimate

escape

720 sq ft4 bd2 baSleeps 2
Lee

$182,000

Lee

Movable Roots

330 sq ft3 baSleeps 1Loft

Key differences

  • Ultimate starts about $33,280 lower than Lee.
  • Ultimate offers roughly 390 more square feet than Lee.
  • Ultimate and Lee come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Ultimate

Ultimate Pros

  • Lower starting price by about $33,280.
  • More interior space, with roughly 390 sq ft more room.
  • Sleeps more people based on the published layout.

Ultimate Cons

  • Includes less bathroom capacity.
  • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

Lee

Lee Pros

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

Lee Cons

  • Higher starting price by about $33,280.
  • Less interior space, with roughly 390 sq ft less room.
  • Sleeps fewer people based on the published layout.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Ultimate is built by escape, while Lee comes from Movable Roots. 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.

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TRAVELER XL
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