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Side-by-side guide

CST-088 Small Cabin Kit (160 sq ft) vs FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft)

CST-088 Small Cabin Kit (160 sq ft) and FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft) are both strong options if you are shopping for cabin kits. 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.

SpecCST-088 Small Cabin Kit (160 sq ft)FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft)
Starting price$13,959$27,999
Square feet160 sq ft400 sq ft
BedroomsN/A1
BathroomsN/A1
SleepsN/AN/A
LoftN/AN/A
Home typeCabin KitKit Home
FoundationN/AN/A
BuilderKaldeesKaldees

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose CST-088 Small Cabin Kit (160 sq ft) if:

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

Choose FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft) if:

  • You want more overall living space.
  • You like this builder and want the floor plan that better matches your lifestyle.

Key differences

  • CST-088 Small Cabin Kit (160 sq ft) starts about $14,040 lower than FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft).
  • FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft) offers roughly 240 more square feet than CST-088 Small Cabin Kit (160 sq ft).

Pros and cons

CST-088 Small Cabin Kit (160 sq ft)

CST-088 Small Cabin Kit (160 sq ft) Pros

  • Lower starting price by about $14,040.
  • Comes from the same builder, which makes finish level and brand positioning easier to compare.

CST-088 Small Cabin Kit (160 sq ft) Cons

  • Less interior space, with roughly 240 sq ft less room.
  • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft)

FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft) Pros

  • More interior space, with roughly 240 sq ft more room.
  • Comes from the same builder, which makes finish level and brand positioning easier to compare.

FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft) Cons

  • Higher starting price by about $14,040.
  • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

Builder details

Built by the same builder

Both homes are built by Kaldees. If you already trust this builder's style and finish level, the decision comes down to which floor plan, price point, and space profile fits you better.