Gardyn Home vs Gardyn Studio: which size fits your space

Gardyn Home grows 30 plants in a taller, wider tower and suits households that want a steady supply of greens and herbs. Gardyn Studio grows 16 plants in a smaller footprint and fits apartments, kitchens and smaller rooms. Both are floor-standing, use the same app and Kelby, and follow the same care routine.

Choosing between them comes down to three questions: how much you want to grow, how many people you are growing for and where the garden will live. This guide answers each one in plain terms so you can pick the size that fits your home and your habits.

Key takeaways

• Gardyn Home holds 30 plants across 3 columns; Gardyn Studio holds 16 plants across 2 columns.
• Gardyn Studio takes up less floor space and stands shorter, which makes it easier to place in a small room or a corner.
• Both gardens run on the same app, the same Kelby guidance and the same weekly top-off and monthly refresh routine.
• Larger or multi-person households who cook often tend to get more out of the extra plant sites on Gardyn Home.
• Measure your spot first, including space to lift the top half of the garden during a tank refresh.

How do Gardyn Home and Gardyn Studio compare?

Here is a side-by-side look at the specs that matter most for fit.

Both gardens share the same design idea: a tank at the base, a lid with the pump and sensors, and vertical columns that hold yCubes under full-spectrum LED lighting on an automatic schedule. The difference is scale. For full specs on each model, visit the Gardyn Home and Gardyn Studio pages.

How many plants do you actually need?

Plant count is the biggest practical difference, so start by picturing how you would use the garden in a normal week.

Gardyn Studio's 16 plants work well if you want fresh herbs on hand, a few heads of lettuce in rotation or a small mix of greens for regular cooking. It is a good fit if you are new to growing and want to learn the routine without committing to a larger setup.

Gardyn Home's 30 plants give you room to grow several kinds of greens at once, add herbs and still save sites for a fruiting plant such as cherry tomatoes or strawberries. Because you can stagger plantings across 30 sites, it is easier to keep something ready to harvest while other plants are still growing.

A helpful way to decide: list the plants you would want to grow at the same time. Browse the Gardyn plant library and count. If your list runs well past 16, Gardyn Home gives you the space. If it fits comfortably under 16, Gardyn Studio covers it.

You also do not have to fill every site. Unused spots get covered with Gardyn Caps, so a Gardyn Home with a few open sites is perfectly fine.

Which size suits your household?

Household size and cooking habits go hand in hand with plant count.

• One or two people, occasional cooking. Gardyn Studio is usually the comfortable choice. You get a regular supply of herbs and greens without managing more plants than you will use.
• Two people who cook most days. Either can work. Choose Gardyn Studio if space is tight, or Gardyn Home if you want more variety at once.
• Families and larger households. Gardyn Home's 30 sites make it easier to keep up with salads, sides and herbs for more people, and to grow a few family favorites side by side.
• Gift for someone new to gardening. Gardyn Studio's smaller size can feel less intimidating, and Kelby walks them through every step in the app.

Not sure where you land? The compare Gardyns quiz asks a few quick questions and points you to a model.

Where will the garden fit in your home?

Both models stand on the floor, so the main question is floor space and height.

Measure the floor spot. Gardyn Studio needs roughly 1.4 square feet and Gardyn Home roughly 2 square feet. A corner of a kitchen, a spot beside a dining table or a gap next to a bookshelf often works for either. Gardyn Studio's narrower width makes it the easier fit for small apartments and tight corners. Our apartment gardening guides on the Gardyn blog have more ideas for small spaces.

Check the height. Gardyn Home is the taller of the two. Look up as well as down: shelves, cabinets or a low window sill above the spot can get in the way.

Leave room for the tank refresh. At least every 4 weeks, you will lift the upper half of the garden by its columns and rest it on a towel while you drain and clean the tank. Plan a clear patch of floor next to the garden for that step.

Plan for power and Wi-Fi. Each garden needs a grounded outlet within reach and a 2.4GHz Wi-Fi network. A spot near your router helps the garden stay connected.

Think about the room's conditions. Gardyn gardens are designed for indoor rooms between 50F and 95F with humidity up to 90% non-condensing. Heading into winter, keep the garden away from drafty doors and out of the direct path of heating vents.

Consider the light. The built-in LEDs do the growing, so you do not need a sunny window. That also means the garden adds a soft glow to the room on its light schedule. Some people like it in a living area; others prefer a kitchen or dining space.

Does care differ between the two?

Very little. Both gardens follow the same routine: a weekly top-off with water and plant food between refreshes, and a full tank refresh and clean at least every 4 weeks. Kelby monitors both through cameras and sensors and sends alerts and step-by-step tasks in the Gardyn app.

The main difference is volume. Gardyn Home starts with more water at setup and has more plants drawing from the tank, so each top-off and refresh involves a bit more water. Gardyn Studio is lighter and a little easier to move around. Kelby's tasks tell you when each step is due on either model.

Still deciding? Explore Gardyn models side by side.

Frequently asked questions

What is the main difference between Gardyn Home and Gardyn Studio?

Size and plant count. Gardyn Home grows 30 plants across 3 columns, and Gardyn Studio grows 16 plants across 2 columns in a smaller footprint.

Do both models stand on the floor?

Gardyn Studio is a floor-standing garden, just like Gardyn Home. It simply takes up less floor space.

Do both models work with Kelby and the Gardyn app?

Yes. Both use the same Gardyn app, cameras and sensors, and Kelby guidance is available on both with an active Gardyn membership.

Which model is better for a small apartment?

Gardyn Studio is usually the easier fit because of its smaller footprint and shorter height. Measure your spot and leave room to lift the top half during a tank refresh.

Can I grow fruiting plants in Gardyn Studio?

Check the plant library for each plant's needs. With fewer sites, Gardyn Studio is a natural fit for herbs and greens, while Gardyn Home leaves more room to mix in fruiting plants.