Don't forget the workout factor of the Mini. Using the Mini at the gym is what 90% of my friends use it for.
I even have 2 friends who have both a regular Pod for general use, and a Mini specifically for working out (Yea, they're spoiled idiots) because of the size.
I also second the room-for-growth advice. You'll find that your Pod will become your best friend, and if you're at ALL gadget-obsessive (and let's face facts: you're on this board, so you must be), you'll need more room.
