400 sq ft1 bd1 ba
Side-by-side guide
FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft) vs Mini 40
FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft) and Mini 40 are both strong options if you are shopping for kit home. 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.
| Spec | FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft) | Mini 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $27,999 | $85,000 |
| Square feet | 400 sq ft | 480 sq ft |
| Bedrooms | 1 | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 | N/A |
| Sleeps | N/A | 4 |
| Loft | N/A | N/A |
| Home type | Kit Home | Tiny Home |
| Foundation | N/A | Trailer |
| Builder | Kaldees | Minimaliste |
Which one should you buy?
If you are deciding between these two homes, start with the tradeoffs below.
Choose FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft) if:
- You want the more budget-friendly option.
- You prefer a smaller footprint that may feel easier to place or move.
Choose Mini 40 if:
- You want more overall living space.
- You need more dedicated bedroom space.
480 sq ft2 bdSleeps 4
Key differences
- FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft) starts about $57,001 lower than Mini 40.
- Mini 40 offers roughly 80 more square feet than FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft).
- Mini 40 gives you more bedroom capacity than FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft).
- FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft) and Mini 40 come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.
Pros and cons
FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft)
FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft) Pros
- • Lower starting price by about $57,001.
FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft) Cons
- • Less interior space, with roughly 80 sq ft less room.
- • Offers fewer bedrooms than Mini 40.
Mini 40
Mini 40 Pros
- • More interior space, with roughly 80 sq ft more room.
- • Adds another dedicated sleeping room.
Mini 40 Cons
- • Higher starting price by about $57,001.
- • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.
Builder details
Builder relationship
FST-450 Tiny Wood House Kit With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (400sqft) is built by Kaldees, while Mini 40 comes from Minimaliste. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.
Related alternatives
If neither option is quite right, these nearby matches are worth a look.
$39,799
164-TRM Modern Eco-Friendly Wooden Kit Home With Bedroom, Bathroom & Kitchen (468 sq ft)Kaldees468 sq ft1 bd1 ba
Kit Home by Kaldees, 468 sq ft, 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, starting around $39,799.
Prefab Home
400 sq ft2 bd
Prefab Home by Kaldees, 400 sq ft, 2 bedroom, starting around $28,999.
400 sq ft2 bd
Prefab Home by Kaldees, 400 sq ft, 2 bedroom, starting around $32,999.
Tiny Home
420 sq ft1 bdSleeps 3
Tiny Home by Minimaliste, 420 sq ft, 1 bedroom, sleeps 3, starting around $85,000.