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    Profitec Go — Espresso Machine by Profitec
    Luxury

    Profitec · Espresso Machine

    Profitec Go

    ~$1,199
    Intermediate
    espresso

    Hands-on home baristas wanting compact, PID-controlled espresso with adjustable brew pressure

    Grinder sold separately

    The listed machine price does not include a grinder. For fresh-bean espresso, budget separately for an espresso-capable grinder. Suitable pre-ground coffee may be an option with compatible baskets.

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    Why experts pick it

    Wirecutter recommends the original Profitec Go for consistent, balanced espresso and its approachable controls and substantial build. Its PID temperature control, shot timer, pressure gauge, and externally adjustable brew pressure make it a capable platform for learning and refining technique. The single boiler requires separate brewing and steaming steps, and a grinder must be purchased separately. This entry covers the original Go, still listed by Clive Coffee, not the newer GO 2.0 with an OLED display and expanded controls.

    Strengths

    • Consistent espresso with useful temperature and pressure control
    • Compact footprint and substantial construction
    • Straightforward interface for developing barista skills

    Trade-offs

    • Single boiler cannot brew and steam simultaneously
    • Separate grinder required; no automatic pre-infusion
    • Original model, not the newer GO 2.0

    Wirecutter: tested top espresso-machine pick for new and skilled enthusiasts

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