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Side-by-side guide

Mini 40 vs Ultimate

Mini 40 and Ultimate 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 40Ultimate
Starting price$85,000$148,720
Square feet480 sq ft720 sq ft
Bedrooms24
BathroomsN/A2
Sleeps42
LoftN/AN/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 40 if:

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

Choose Ultimate if:

  • You want more overall living space.
  • You need more dedicated bedroom space.
Mini 40

$85,000

Mini 40

Minimaliste

480 sq ft2 bdSleeps 4
Ultimate

$148,720

Ultimate

escape

720 sq ft4 bd2 baSleeps 2

Key differences

  • Mini 40 starts about $63,720 lower than Ultimate.
  • Ultimate offers roughly 240 more square feet than Mini 40.
  • Ultimate gives you more bedroom capacity than Mini 40.
  • Mini 40 and Ultimate 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 $63,720.
  • Sleeps more people based on the published layout.

Mini 40 Cons

  • Less interior space, with roughly 240 sq ft less room.
  • Offers fewer bedrooms than Ultimate.

Ultimate

Ultimate Pros

  • More interior space, with roughly 240 sq ft more room.
  • Adds another dedicated sleeping room.

Ultimate Cons

  • Higher starting price by about $63,720.
  • Sleeps fewer people based on the published layout.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Mini 40 is built by Minimaliste, while Ultimate comes from escape. 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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