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Side-by-side guide

Mini 40 vs Thuya

Mini 40 and Thuya 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 40Thuya
Starting price$85,000$85,000
Square feet480 sq ftN/A
Bedrooms21
BathroomsN/AN/A
Sleeps44
LoftN/AYes
Home typeTiny HomePark Model
FoundationTrailerTrailer
BuilderMinimalisteMinimaliste

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Mini 40 if:

  • You need more dedicated bedroom space.
  • You like this builder and want the floor plan that better matches your lifestyle.

Choose Thuya if:

  • You like this builder and want the floor plan that better matches your lifestyle.
Mini 40

$85,000

Mini 40

Minimaliste

480 sq ft2 bdSleeps 4
Thuya

$85,000

Thuya

Minimaliste

1 bdSleeps 4Loft

Key differences

  • Mini 40 gives you more bedroom capacity than Thuya.

Pros and cons

Mini 40

Mini 40 Pros

  • Adds another dedicated sleeping room.
  • Comes from the same builder, which makes finish level and brand positioning easier to compare.

Mini 40 Cons

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

Thuya

Thuya Pros

  • Comes from the same builder, which makes finish level and brand positioning easier to compare.

Thuya Cons

  • Offers fewer bedrooms than Mini 40.
  • Square-footage details are limited in the current public listing.

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 35
Tiny Home
420 sq ft1 bdSleeps 3

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

Mini 30
Tiny Home
360 sq ft1 bdSleeps 2Loft

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

Mini 24
Tiny Home
288 sq ft2 bdSleeps 3Loft

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

Noyer
Park Model
1 bdSleeps 3Loft

Park Model by Minimaliste, 1 bedroom, sleeps 3, includes a loft, starting around $85,000.