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Side-by-side guide

Mini 16 vs The Nova

Mini 16 and The Nova 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 Mini 16View The Nova

Comparison table

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

SpecMini 16The Nova
Starting price$85,000$97,000
Square feet200 sq ft300 sq ft
Bedrooms1N/A
BathroomsN/AN/A
Sleeps2N/A
LoftN/AN/A
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationTrailerPermanent Foundation
BuilderMinimalisteWind River Built

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Mini 16 if:

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

Choose The Nova if:

  • You want more overall living space.
  • You prefer the permanent foundation setup.
Mini 16

$85,000

Mini 16

Minimaliste

200 sq ft1 bdSleeps 2
The Nova

$97,000

The Nova

Wind River Built

300 sq ft

Key differences

  • Mini 16 starts about $12,000 lower than The Nova.
  • The Nova offers roughly 100 more square feet than Mini 16.
  • Mini 16 and The Nova come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Mini 16

Mini 16 Pros

  • • Lower starting price by about $12,000.
  • • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

Mini 16 Cons

  • • Less interior space, with roughly 100 sq ft less room.
  • • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

The Nova

The Nova Pros

  • • More interior space, with roughly 100 sq ft more room.
  • • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

The Nova Cons

  • • Higher starting price by about $12,000.
  • • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Mini 16 is built by Minimaliste, while The Nova comes from Wind River Built. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

View MinimalisteView Wind River Built

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