Tiny House Lookup logo

Side-by-side guide

Element 20 vs The Cavin

Element 20 and The Cavin 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.

View Element 20View The Cavin

Comparison table

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

SpecElement 20The Cavin
Starting priceRequest pricingRequest pricing
Square feet135 sq ft300 sq ft
BedroomsN/AN/A
BathroomsN/AN/A
SleepsN/AN/A
LoftYesYes
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationTrailerOn Wheels
BuilderDragon Tiny HomesMovable Roots

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Element 20 if:

  • You prefer a smaller footprint that may feel easier to place or move.
  • You prefer the trailer setup.

Choose The Cavin if:

  • You want more overall living space.
  • You prefer the on wheels setup.
Element 20

Request pricing

Element 20

Dragon Tiny Homes

135 sq ftLoft
The Cavin

Request pricing

The Cavin

Movable Roots

300 sq ftLoft

Key differences

  • The Cavin offers roughly 165 more square feet than Element 20.
  • Element 20 and The Cavin come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Element 20

Element 20 Pros

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

Element 20 Cons

  • • Less interior space, with roughly 165 sq ft less room.
  • • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

The Cavin

The Cavin Pros

  • • More interior space, with roughly 165 sq ft more room.
  • • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

The Cavin Cons

  • • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.
  • • Published pricing is limited, so you may need a builder quote to compare budgets precisely.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Element 20 is built by Dragon Tiny Homes, while The Cavin comes from Movable Roots. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

View Dragon Tiny HomesView Movable Roots

Related alternatives

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

Best alternatives to Element 20Best alternatives to The Cavin
Fairfax
Tiny Home
135 sq ftLoft

Tiny Home by Dragon Tiny Homes, 135 sq ft, includes a loft, starting around $37,950.

Genesis
Tiny Home
135 sq ftLoft

Tiny Home by Dragon Tiny Homes, 135 sq ft, includes a loft, starting around $40,000.

Aria 20
Tiny Home
160 sq ftLoft

Tiny Home by Dragon Tiny Homes, 160 sq ft, includes a loft, starting around $50,000.

The Jock

Request pricing

The JockMovable Roots
Tiny Home
320 sq ft3 baLoft

Tiny Home by Movable Roots, 320 sq ft, 3 bathroom, includes a loft.