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Side-by-side guide

Mini 16 vs Mini 30

Mini 16 and Mini 30 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.

Comparison table

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

SpecMini 16Mini 30
Starting price$85,000$85,000
Square feet200 sq ft360 sq ft
Bedrooms11
BathroomsN/AN/A
Sleeps22
LoftN/AYes
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationTrailerTrailer
BuilderMinimalisteMinimaliste

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Mini 16 if:

  • You prefer a smaller footprint that may feel easier to place or move.
  • You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.

Choose Mini 30 if:

  • You want more overall living space.
  • You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.
Mini 16

$85,000

Mini 16

Minimaliste

200 sq ft1 bdSleeps 2
Mini 30

$85,000

Mini 30

Minimaliste

360 sq ft1 bdSleeps 2Loft

Key differences

  • Mini 30 offers roughly 160 more square feet than Mini 16.

Pros and cons

Mini 16

Mini 16 Pros

  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.
  • Comes from the same builder, which makes finish level and brand positioning easier to compare.

Mini 16 Cons

  • Less interior space, with roughly 160 sq ft less room.
  • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

Mini 30

Mini 30 Pros

  • More interior space, with roughly 160 sq ft more room.
  • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

Mini 30 Cons

  • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

Builder details

Built by the same builder

Both homes are built by Minimaliste. 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.

Related alternatives

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

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Mini 35
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Tiny Home by Minimaliste, 420 sq ft, 1 bedroom, sleeps 3, starting around $85,000.

VISTA
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Tiny Home by escape, 175 sq ft, starting around $69,800.

Mini 40
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