Shoppers who missed out on Lidl’s £50 Smeg dupe can still bag Dunelm’s 5-star gadget for £350 cheaper than posh version

A STYLISH retro-inspired coffee machine that costs hundreds less Smeg’s alternative is in stock at Dunelm. The affordable appliance boasts a bargain price tag of just £50 and is perfect for those who love coffee on a budget – and aesthetically pleasing gadgets. Dunelm’s £50 coffee machine has been compared to a Smeg buy Credit: DUNELM Smeg is known for its high quality appliances and stunning retro style Credit: SMEG It’s particularly good news for those who missed out on snapping up Lidl’s £49.99 Smeg coffee machine dupe. The Retro Espresso Coffee Machine from Dunelm has a similar sleek, retro feel to the machines sold by trendy kitchen giant, Smeg. Sign up for the Money newsletter Thank you! The famous Espresso and Cold Brew Coffee Machine by Smeg provides coffee at home with a touch of Italian elegance – but is a lot more pricey than the Dunelm pick. Costing as much as £499.95, the status symbol gadget is particularly pleasing on the eye, with its creamy colourways and 1950s-inspired design. And while the Dunelm Retro Espresso Coffee Machine doesn’t feature the signature Smeg logo, unmistakable look or all of the same technicalities, it isn’t a far cry from the high-end best seller. With a similar milky colour to the Smeg’s neutral cream design along with a lookalike temperature dial on the front, the Dunelm buy has a comparable appearance for much less. They both have high pressure milk steaming wands, detachable drip trays and easy-to-navigate controls – and can quickly rustle up flat whites, lattes and cappuccinos. The Dunelm coffee machine can be ordered online or picked up in store now. And it’s been highly reviewed by shoppers who have already bought it. Most read in Money “Pretty little coffee machine,” one customer called it, adding: “Following research into affordable and high-quality coffee machines, I selected this retro model from Dunelm.” The review continued: “I have been using the machine for several days, and the coffee produced is excellent.” Comment now