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Side-by-side guide

VDL-90 vs The Culp

VDL-90 and The Culp 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.

SpecVDL-90The Culp
Starting price$28,889$225,000
Square feet225 sq ft500 sq ft
BedroomsN/AN/A
BathroomsN/A3
Sleeps3N/A
LoftN/AYes
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationN/ATrailer
BuilderKaldeesMovable Roots

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose VDL-90 if:

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

Choose The Culp if:

  • You want more overall living space.
  • You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.
VDL-90

$28,889

VDL-90

Kaldees

225 sq ftSleeps 3
The Culp

$225,000

The Culp

Movable Roots

500 sq ft3 baLoft

Key differences

  • VDL-90 starts about $196,111 lower than The Culp.
  • The Culp offers roughly 275 more square feet than VDL-90.
  • VDL-90 and The Culp come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

VDL-90

VDL-90 Pros

  • Lower starting price by about $196,111.
  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

VDL-90 Cons

  • Less interior space, with roughly 275 sq ft less room.
  • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

The Culp

The Culp Pros

  • More interior space, with roughly 275 sq ft more room.
  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

The Culp Cons

  • Higher starting price by about $196,111.
  • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

Builder details

Builder relationship

VDL-90 is built by Kaldees, while The Culp 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.

TSE-211
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Tiny Home by Kaldees, 200 sq ft, starting around $12,100.

Lee
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330 sq ft3 baSleeps 1Loft

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