I didn't notice that when I bought my device. I am very satisfied with it, it has always worked perfectly for years. If I were to buy a new device, I would be happy with different prices and would buy the cheapest one because it is the same device. Maybe from a controlled external dealer. But I don't know if digitec has any third party dealers besides their own but that could explain your observation. Good luck deciding and getting upset will raise your blood pressure which is probably not good for your health. 😀