Overview
Tiny Mobile has carved out a niche as one of the only builders producing both road legal, ROVER approved tiny homes and flatpack models that can be assembled on site for quicker approvals.
With more than 200 homes delivered across Australia, they have become a go to option for investors and anyone wanting a simple, well priced secondary dwelling. Here is what you need to know about their builds, pricing and timelines.
Company overview
Name: Tiny Mobile
Location: NSW Central Coast, services all of Australia
Build types: On-wheels (registered as a caravan) as well as installed homes (installed on skids on your property)
Price range: A$99-149k
Manufacturing lead times: Most homes get manufactured within 8 weeks
Best for: people seeking a granny flat alternative that can pass CDC approvals, remote locations, rental property, strong price/value ratio.
Quick verdict
Tiny Mobile sits squarely in the value segment. They suit investors who want to balance design with ROI and people who prefer simplicity over every possible upgrade.
Tiny Mobile's homes focus on durability and easy maintenance rather than luxury finishes, which explains why they have won the Best Budget Build Award twice.
They are not the Ferrari of tiny homes. They are more like a Toyota: they look good, they last, they are straightforward to maintain and they are affordable (ok, maybe Toyota isn't that affordable anymore).
Main selling points:
Good value. Half the price of a typical granny flat.
The on-wheels Joey is ROVER registered. This means it's road legal and insurable as a caravan.
Easy to maintain. Bunnings stocks most parts, allowing you to easily maintain the home yourself.
Their homes can often avoid a DA and pass a CDC instead, which is key selling point over traditional builds.
Built and delivered within 90 days
Tried-and-tested: over 200 builds to date
Good fit if you:
Want a compliant tiny home for ~$100k
Want a more affordable alternative to a granny flat
Care more about value than custom architecture
Want to primarily use it for short-terms rentals
Not a fit if you:
Want high-end finishes or heavy customisation
Need a multi-module family home
What they build
Tiny Mobile originally made its mark with tiny homes on wheels. They rode the post Covid wave of tiny homes and cabins. They delivered to people wanting extra space or an Airbnb rental and also to holiday parks that were tired of waiting for council approvals and needed more stock immediately.
Homes on wheels were particularly popular during those days because not only did they do the job, they are also portable and operated in a regulatory grey space between a home and a caravan.
Since then, Tiny Mobile have expanded their offering to offer skid homes.
Their "skid homes" are installed homes that sit on a frame rather than wheels and work as an alternative to traditionally built granny flats or cabins.
Their flagship models are the Joey and the Workmate.
The Joey is their tried-and-tested base model, available on wheels or skids. The 7.5m by 2.5m and 3.9m dimensions were chosen so it remains road legal and can be registered as a caravan with ROVER. That means it is an actual road legal caravan. Once you remove the wheels, it becomes a small modular home that can be used as a secondary dwelling or holiday unit.
The Workmate is a smaller commercial model designed for uses like portable workspaces, medical rooms or even massage rooms.
They also take on custom designs for installed homes using the same manufacturing principles.
Each model can be customised to an extent. They offer simple packages with common upgrades like double glazed windows and thicker panels. They also allow customers to choose their own finishes, colours, appliances, toilet types and so on.
Homes can connect to mains or run fully off grid. This is appealing for people wanting to set up regional and self sufficient Airbnbs.
Their construction method is different to most. Instead of standard steel framing they use Condor cooler panels with steel reinforcements. These panels offer strong insulation, are lightweight and are designed so the home can be partially assembled on site. This helps with tricky access, faster approvals in some states and meeting caravan requirements for ROVER thanks to the lower weight.
Their exterior finish is Colourbond, an Australian made product with a 25 year warranty and a wide colour range.
Their sloped ceiling creates a sense of height and openness that is usually missing in small homes.
Finishes in the base model are simple but absolutely fine for rentals. If you want something a bit more bougie you can request higher end appliances or finishes and simply pay the difference.
Pricing and extras
Tiny Mobile won the Australian Best Budget Build award in 2023 and 2025.
As mentioned earlier, their USP is value. You get a lot for your money, but that does not mean they are cheap. Anything built in Australia or overseas but made to Australian standards will always cost a certain amount.
This is worth keeping in mind. You can buy very cheap cabins from China, but you need to be extremely careful that they meet Australian building code and council requirements.
There are far too many stories of imported homes that do not meet Australian energy ratings, bushfire attack levels or building codes.
Many people thought they had found a bargain only to be told by council that the building wasn't up to code and to remove the structure, losing tens of thousands of dollars in the process.
Indicative pricing:
Entry models: ~$95k-$150k
Extras (solar, decks, transport): add ~$10k–$25k
Inclusions: basic appliances and standard finishes
Optional upgrades: timber finishes, double glazing, thicker insulation panels, off-grid setup, higher-end appliances
Delivery and setup costs: usually between $5k-$12k depending on location and complexity of installation.
Compliance and approvals
Tiny Mobile is one of the only tiny home on wheels manufacturers registered with ROVER. This means their models are legally towable and can be insured as caravans.
For installed homes, Tiny Mobile can meet BAL 29 requirements, although this requires some upgrades.
Their deluxy Joey model has a 7-star energy rating, which comes with double glazed windows, thicker panels and a variety of other upgrades.
Personally, I think these upgrades are a must in Australia, there's no joy in sweating all day in summer and freezing during winter.
Compliance always depends on your state and local council. Each State and council will have their own requirements that you need to meet.
One advantage is that Tiny Mobile homes can be assembled on site, which is a major benefit for NSW residents. On site assembly allows you to go through a CDC instead of a DA, which saves both time and money.
NCC compliance: yes
Approvals: they work with a nationwide engineering firm to manage approvals
BAL and cyclone ratings: base models meet up to BAL 19, with upgrades available to BAL 29
Process and handover
The process is similar to most manufacturers. You have an initial chat, receive a rough estimate subject to an engineering report, followed by a formal quote.
An engineering report is an important part of installing any home. It helps ensure everything meets local council requirements and Australian standards, and if you’re in a cyclone-prone or high BAL area, it provides added peace of mind that your home is built to keep you safe.
Steps:
Consultation
Design
Approvals
Factory build
Delivery and installation
Handover
