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Side-by-side guide

Mocha vs Casita ADU

Mocha and Casita ADU 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.

SpecMochaCasita ADU
Starting price$85,000$105,000
Square feetN/A312 sq ft
BedroomsN/AN/A
BathroomsN/A3
SleepsN/A2
LoftYesN/A
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationTrailerOn Wheels
BuilderModern Tiny LivingMovable Roots

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose Mocha if:

  • You want the more budget-friendly option.
  • You prefer the trailer setup.

Choose Casita ADU if:

  • You prefer the on wheels setup.
  • You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.
Mocha

$85,000

Mocha

Modern Tiny Living

Loft
Casita ADU

$105,000

Casita ADU

Movable Roots

312 sq ft3 baSleeps 2

Key differences

  • Mocha starts about $20,000 lower than Casita ADU.
  • Mocha and Casita ADU come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

Mocha

Mocha Pros

  • • Lower starting price by about $20,000.
  • • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

Mocha Cons

  • • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.
  • • Square-footage details are limited in the current public listing.

Casita ADU

Casita ADU Pros

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

Casita ADU Cons

  • • Higher starting price by about $20,000.
  • • Uses a different foundation setup, which may change how it fits your site or delivery plan.

Builder details

Builder relationship

Mocha is built by Modern Tiny Living, while Casita ADU comes from Movable Roots. Comparing the builders can help you weigh brand style, construction approach, and the rest of each lineup.

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Related alternatives

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

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

Nomad 5th wheel
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Lee
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330 sq ft3 baSleeps 1Loft

Tiny Home by Movable Roots, 330 sq ft, 3 bathroom, sleeps 1, includes a loft, starting around $182,000.