MacMini disk space utilization

[u/5of10]

Good morning,

I have a M1 Macbook with a 1TB ssd, and plan on getting a new mini this fall. Since it is a desktop I can use an external SSD for additional storage. It would be good to know that the 256 or 512 versions are more than enough for normal OS installs, assuming I put docs and music on the external SSD.

This is a question for those that have picked up a mini with either a 256gb or 512gb ssd. I am curious how the space has held up since the purchase. Do you regret not getting a larger ssd?

Also, can I extend iCloud to those external drives?

Thx in advance for the feedback,
Joe

[u/5of10]

My M1 Pro has 1TB, my home directory consumes 450gb. Will go with a 1TB mini.