Is the Gaggia Base worth buying?

The vibe:
The marketing says that this single-drawer base by Gaggia is the perfect compliment to any of the Gaggia machines and grinders.

What it does:
It keeps both the espresso machine and grinder together on a stable platform and provides a pull-out drawer with a wooden dowel for knocking the coffee-grounds out of the filter.

Dimensions:
Width: 17”, Depth: 12”, Height at highest point: 3 ½”, Height at lowest point: 1”. Only available in black colour.

The cons:
It's a touch on the small side, and doesnt fit all machines.  Also, unless you definitly always want your grinder and espresso machine to be kept side by side then there is no option to split the base to accommodate bench-top gymnastics - especially when trying to maximise bench-top space.  It's also made of plastic rather than a nice rubber - no real issue, but 'feel' can be a big deal for some people

Pros:
It definietly helps stop Gaggia grinders and also some of the smaller/lighter espresso machines from slipping around the bench-top. It also matches the Gaggia design 'look' - which some other bases do not.

Value:
It's not cheap, (and shouldn't your expensive grinder and espresso machine come with rubber feet in the first place?) so perhaps you can fashion your own non-slip base out of some materials lying around the house but if DIY isn't your thing, this will suit you fine... and importantly, may just be what you needed to get value-return out of your coffee machine.


Summary:
Its theoretically worth it, perhaps even essential, if you own light machines - but only you can answer if its truly the best option.