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Side-by-side guide

Mini 30 vs ONE XL

Mini 30 and ONE XL 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.

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Comparison table

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

SpecMini 30ONE XL
Starting price$85,000$93,540
Square feet360 sq ft388 sq ft
Bedrooms12
BathroomsN/A3
Sleeps2N/A
LoftYesN/A
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationTrailerTrailer
BuilderMinimalisteescape

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Mini 30 if:

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

Choose ONE XL if:

  • You want more overall living space.
  • You need more dedicated bedroom space.
Mini 30

$85,000

Mini 30

Minimaliste

360 sq ft1 bdSleeps 2Loft
ONE XL

$93,540

ONE XL

escape

388 sq ft2 bd3 ba

Key differences

  • Mini 30 starts about $8,540 lower than ONE XL.
  • ONE XL offers roughly 28 more square feet than Mini 30.
  • ONE XL gives you more bedroom capacity than Mini 30.
  • Mini 30 and ONE XL come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Mini 30

Mini 30 Pros

  • • Lower starting price by about $8,540.
  • • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

Mini 30 Cons

  • • Less interior space, with roughly 28 sq ft less room.
  • • Offers fewer bedrooms than ONE XL.

ONE XL

ONE XL Pros

  • • More interior space, with roughly 28 sq ft more room.
  • • Adds another dedicated sleeping room.

ONE XL Cons

  • • Higher starting price by about $8,540.
  • • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Mini 30 is built by Minimaliste, while ONE XL comes from escape. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

View MinimalisteView escape

Related alternatives

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

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Mini 40
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TRAVELER XL
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Tiny Home by escape, 344 sq ft, starting around $103,020.