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Side-by-side guide

VDL-90 vs Mini 35

VDL-90 and Mini 35 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.

SpecVDL-90Mini 35
Starting price$28,889$85,000
Square feet225 sq ft420 sq ft
BedroomsN/A1
BathroomsN/AN/A
Sleeps33
LoftN/AN/A
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationN/ATrailer
BuilderKaldeesMinimaliste

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose VDL-90 if:

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

Choose Mini 35 if:

  • You want more overall living space.
  • You like this style of home and want the version that best fits your space priorities.
VDL-90

$28,889

VDL-90

Kaldees

225 sq ftSleeps 3
Mini 35

$85,000

Mini 35

Minimaliste

420 sq ft1 bdSleeps 3

Key differences

  • VDL-90 starts about $56,111 lower than Mini 35.
  • Mini 35 offers roughly 195 more square feet than VDL-90.
  • VDL-90 and Mini 35 come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

VDL-90

VDL-90 Pros

  • • Lower starting price by about $56,111.
  • • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

VDL-90 Cons

  • • Less interior space, with roughly 195 sq ft less room.
  • • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

Mini 35

Mini 35 Pros

  • • More interior space, with roughly 195 sq ft more room.
  • • Shares the same general home style, so it is easy to compare layout choices side by side.

Mini 35 Cons

  • • Higher starting price by about $56,111.
  • • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

Builder details

Builder relationship

VDL-90 is built by Kaldees, while Mini 35 comes from Minimaliste. 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.

Best alternatives to VDL-90Best alternatives to Mini 35
TSE-211
Tiny Home
200 sq ft

Tiny Home by Kaldees, 200 sq ft, starting around $12,100.

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.