The Profitec Go 2.0 takes the benchmark compact single boiler and gives it a proper brain. A bright OLED display puts a live shot timer and every setting front and centre, and two programmable brew buttons handle single and double shots with adjustable pre-infusion and total shot time. Dial in your routine once and the Go 2.0 repeats it every morning.

Underneath, the fundamentals that made the original Go a favourite are all here: a PID controlled brass boiler that is ready in about 7 minutes and a 58 mm ring brew group with a full size portafilter. New to the 2.0 is a hot water function through the steam wand, so Americanos and tea no longer need a kettle.

Living with the machine is easier too. The drip tray has grown to 940 ml, an automatic brew group cleaning cycle and guided descaling program handle maintenance, an in-tank water filter reminds you when it needs replacing, and ECO mode with programmable on and off times keeps power use in check. In striking yellow, the Go 2.0 brings serious espresso to compact kitchens with a personality to match.