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Side-by-side guide

VISTA vs Mini 35

VISTA 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.

Comparison table

Use the table below for the fastest read on price, size, and layout differences.

SpecVISTAMini 35
Starting price$69,800$85,000
Square feet175 sq ft420 sq ft
Bedrooms21
BathroomsN/AN/A
SleepsN/A3
LoftN/AN/A
Home typeTiny HomeTiny Home
FoundationTrailerTrailer
BuilderescapeMinimaliste

Which one should you buy?

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

Choose VISTA if:

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

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.
VISTA

$69,800

VISTA

escape

175 sq ft2 bd
Mini 35

$85,000

Mini 35

Minimaliste

420 sq ft1 bdSleeps 3

Key differences

  • VISTA starts about $15,200 lower than Mini 35.
  • Mini 35 offers roughly 245 more square feet than VISTA.
  • VISTA gives you more bedroom capacity than Mini 35.
  • VISTA and Mini 35 come from different builders, which can shape finish packages, delivery process, and warranty expectations.

Pros and cons

VISTA

VISTA Pros

  • Lower starting price by about $15,200.
  • Adds another dedicated sleeping room.

VISTA Cons

  • Less interior space, with roughly 245 sq ft less room.
  • Delivery coverage is less explicit in the current public specs.

Mini 35

Mini 35 Pros

  • More interior space, with roughly 245 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 $15,200.
  • Offers fewer bedrooms than VISTA.

Builder details

Builder relationship

VISTA is built by escape, while Mini 35 comes from Minimaliste. 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.

VISTA BOHO
Tiny Home
187 sq ft2 bd3 ba

Tiny Home by escape, 187 sq ft, starting around $57,640.

VISTA BOHO XL
Tiny Home
213 sq ft2 bd

Tiny Home by escape, 213 sq ft, starting around $62,710.

eVista
Tiny Home
151 sq ft2 bd

Tiny Home by escape, starting around $53,785.

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.