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Side-by-side guide

Arion vs Mini 40

Arion and Mini 40 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.

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Comparison table

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

SpecArionMini 40
Starting price$11,500$85,000
Square feetN/A480 sq ft
BedroomsN/A2
BathroomsN/AN/A
Sleeps64
LoftYesN/A
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationN/ATrailer
BuilderTiny IdahomesMinimaliste

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Arion if:

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

Choose Mini 40 if:

  • You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.
Arion

$11,500

Arion

Tiny Idahomes

Sleeps 6Loft
Mini 40

$85,000

Mini 40

Minimaliste

480 sq ft2 bdSleeps 4

Key differences

  • Arion starts about $73,500 lower than Mini 40.
  • Arion and Mini 40 come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Arion

Arion Pros

  • • Lower starting price by about $73,500.
  • • Sleeps more people based on the published layout.

Arion Cons

  • • Square-footage details are limited in the current public listing.
  • • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

Mini 40

Mini 40 Pros

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

Mini 40 Cons

  • • Higher starting price by about $73,500.
  • • Sleeps fewer people based on the published layout.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Arion is built by Tiny Idahomes, while Mini 40 comes from Minimaliste. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

View Tiny IdahomesView Minimaliste

Related alternatives

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

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K2
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Tiny Home by Tiny Idahomes, 3 bedroom, sleeps 6, includes a loft, starting around $11,000.

K2-12
Tiny Home
Sleeps 6Loft

Tiny Home by Tiny Idahomes, sleeps 6, includes a loft, starting around $11,000.

Cascade
Tiny Home
Sleeps 2Loft

Tiny Home by Tiny Idahomes, sleeps 2, includes a loft, starting around $8,920.

Mini 35
Tiny Home
420 sq ft1 bdSleeps 3

Tiny Home by Minimaliste, 420 sq ft, 1 bedroom, sleeps 3, starting around $85,000.