Budget
Timemore · Coffee Scale
Timemore Black Mirror Scale
~$59
Budget-conscious brewers wanting a capable timer scale for daily brewing
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Mid-range
Why experts pick it
The Acaia Pearl is the de facto standard brewing scale in specialty coffee cafés worldwide. It offers 0.1g precision, a fast response time, auto-start timer, Bluetooth connectivity for the Acaia app (which tracks brew history, flow rate, and ratio), and a rechargeable battery with 40-hour life via USB-C. The Pearl is a genuine upgrade over simple timer scales for anyone interested in analyzing and repeating their best brews. At $160 it is expensive for a scale, and the full feature set requires engaging with the app.
Strengths
- Industry-standard scale used in specialty cafés worldwide
- Bluetooth app tracks shot history and flow rate
- Auto-start timer and 0.1g precision
Trade-offs
- Expensive at $160 for a scale
- Full features require Acaia app engagement
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Mid-range
Fellow · Coffee Scale
Fellow Tally Pro Precision Scale
~$185
Home brewers wanting a premium scale with smart pour coaching and waterproof build