The coffee machine alone is almost always double this price (metal, not plastic).
Features:
Dedica Pump Espresso - Metal EC 685.M
Thermoblock heating system: always the perfect temperature
Fast heating time: 40 seconds
Self-priming system means the machine is always ready for use
Flow stop function to personalize your coffee length
15-bar professional pump
Professional filter holder for ground coffee (1 or 2 cups) and E.S.E. Pod
Adjustable Cappuccino System: perfect to prepare hot milk, milk froth for Cappuccinos and hot water for teas and infusions
Double Drip Tray: two-level cup holder to house glasses and tall cups of up to 13cm for long coffee and milk drinks
Slim dimensions: only 15 cm width
Full metal body
Cup warmer on top
Easy-to-use control panel with 3 illuminated buttons
On/Off button with automatic stand-by to save energy consumption after a period of non-use
Descaling alarm
Removable water tank
Removable drip tray with water level indicator
Anti-Drip system
Water filter (optional)
Dedica Grinder KG 521.M
Premium finish: completely wrapped in metal
Conical burr grinder, upper burr removable for easy cleaning
2.1” LCD Display with Aroma control function (light, normal, strong)
Bean Hopper capacity: ca. 350g of coffee beans
Ground coffee size and regulation: 1-18 (for espresso, drip coffee and french press according to the selected size)
Number of cups of ground coffee: selectable from 1 up to 14 cups
Grind outlet: two different options: - Directly into Ground coffee container – or into the filter holder with a dedicated accessory (support for filter holder)
Capacity of ground coffee container 170g
Machine is $299 at many major retailers.