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Side-by-side guide

Mini 16 vs Mini 40

Mini 16 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.

Comparison table

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

SpecMini 16Mini 40
Starting price$85,000$85,000
Square feet200 sq ft480 sq ft
Bedrooms12
BathroomsN/AN/A
Sleeps24
LoftN/AN/A
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 40 if:

  • You want more overall living space.
  • You need more dedicated bedroom space.
  • You need the layout that sleeps more people.
Mini 16

$85,000

Mini 16

Minimaliste

200 sq ft1 bdSleeps 2
Mini 40

$85,000

Mini 40

Minimaliste

480 sq ft2 bdSleeps 4

Key differences

  • Mini 40 offers roughly 280 more square feet than Mini 16.
  • Mini 40 gives you more bedroom capacity 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 280 sq ft less room.
  • Offers fewer bedrooms than Mini 40.
  • Sleeps fewer people based on the published layout.

Mini 40

Mini 40 Pros

  • More interior space, with roughly 280 sq ft more room.
  • Adds another dedicated sleeping room.
  • Sleeps more people based on the published layout.

Mini 40 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.

Mini 24
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288 sq ft2 bdSleeps 3Loft

Tiny Home by Minimaliste, 288 sq ft, 2 bedroom, sleeps 3, includes a loft, starting around $85,000.

Mini 30
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360 sq ft1 bdSleeps 2Loft

Tiny Home by Minimaliste, 360 sq ft, 1 bedroom, sleeps 2, includes a loft, starting around $85,000.

Mini 35
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420 sq ft1 bdSleeps 3

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