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Side-by-side guide

Mini 30 vs Black Prong

Mini 30 and Black Prong 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 30Black Prong
Starting price$85,000Request pricing
Square feet360 sq ft399 sq ft
Bedrooms1N/A
BathroomsN/A3
Sleeps23
LoftYesYes
Home typeTiny HomePark Model
FoundationTrailerTrailer
BuilderMinimalisteMovable Roots

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Mini 30 if:

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

Choose Black Prong if:

  • You want more overall living space.
  • You need the layout that sleeps more people.
Mini 30

$85,000

Mini 30

Minimaliste

360 sq ft1 bdSleeps 2Loft
Black Prong

Request pricing

Black Prong

Movable Roots

399 sq ft3 baSleeps 3Loft

Key differences

  • Black Prong offers roughly 39 more square feet than Mini 30.
  • Mini 30 and Black Prong come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Mini 30

Mini 30 Pros

    Mini 30 Cons

    • Less interior space, with roughly 39 sq ft less room.
    • Sleeps fewer people based on the published layout.

    Black Prong

    Black Prong Pros

    • More interior space, with roughly 39 sq ft more room.
    • Sleeps more people based on the published layout.

    Black Prong Cons

    • Published pricing is limited, so you may need a builder quote to compare budgets precisely.
    • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

    Builder details

    Builder relationship

    Mini 30 is built by Minimaliste, while Black Prong comes from Movable Roots. 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.

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    Mini 35
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    Mini 40
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    The Doodle
    Park Model
    440 sq ft3 baLoft

    Park Model by Movable Roots, 440 sq ft, 3 bathroom, includes a loft.