Side-by-side guide

Mini 40 vs Cypress

Mini 40 and Cypress 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.

Spec	Mini 40	Cypress
Starting price	$85,000	$114,959
Square feet	480 sq ft	N/A
Bedrooms	2	N/A
Bathrooms	N/A	N/A
Sleeps	4	2
Loft	N/A	Yes
Home type	Tiny Home	Tiny Home
Foundation	Trailer	N/A
Builder	Minimaliste	Tumbleweed Houses

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Mini 40 if:

You want the more budget-friendly option.
You need the layout that sleeps more people.

Choose Cypress if:

You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.

$85,000

Mini 40

Minimaliste

480 sq ft2 bdSleeps 4

$114,959

Cypress

Tumbleweed Houses

Sleeps 2Loft

Key differences

Mini 40 starts about $29,959 lower than Cypress.
Mini 40 and Cypress come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Mini 40

Mini 40 Pros

• Lower starting price by about $29,959.
• Sleeps more people based on the published layout.

Mini 40 Cons

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

Cypress

Cypress Pros

• Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

Cypress Cons

• Higher starting price by about $29,959.
• Sleeps fewer people based on the published layout.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Mini 40 is built by Minimaliste, while Cypress comes from Tumbleweed Houses. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

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