What's the difference between Standard and High Cube?

Compare standard height and high cube shipping containers.

The main difference is height:

Type External Height Internal Height
Standard 8'6" 7'10"
High Cube 9'6" 8'10"

Choose High Cube if:

  • You’re building a container home or office
  • You need to store tall equipment
  • You want maximum cubic capacity
  • You plan to add a ceiling or insulation

Choose Standard if:

  • Basic storage is your goal
  • Budget is the priority
  • You have height restrictions on your property