The comparison depends on the specific pod model and local construction costs, but the structural financial advantage of pods is consistent. A constructed 4-person meeting room costs $50,000–$150,000 to build, has zero residual value at lease end, and creates $15,000–$50,000 in reinstatement liability — a true 10-year TCO of $80,000–$220,000+. A HIGHKA Model L pod amortises its capital cost over an 8–12 year design lifespan with full residual value at disposition and zero reinstatement cost. The per-year cost comparison favours pods significantly over any time horizon beyond 2–3 years.