Café & barista supply

Scales

Coffee scales with the resolution and timing features dialing-in needs.

Quick answer

For a budget scale that fits on an espresso drip tray, choose the Maestri House S1 Mini Espresso Scale. For a mid-range scale with a built-in timer, choose the TIMEMORE Black Mirror Basic 2.0. Pick based on which spec matters most for your station.

Acaia Lunar Coffee Scale

Acaia · 0.1 g · Built-in timer · Fits on an espresso drip tray
Typical price$$$ $150–300See specs →

Acaia Pearl Coffee Scale White

Acaia · 0.1 g · Built-in timer
Typical price$$$ $150–300See specs →

Acaia Pearl Laboratory Grade Coffee Scale

Acaia · 0.1 g · Built-in timer · Fits on an espresso drip tray
Typical price$$$ $150–300See specs →

Acaia Pearl Model S Coffee Scale

Acaia · 0.1 g · Built-in timer
Typical price$$$ $150–300See specs →

Breville Precision Scale Duo

Breville · 0.1 g · Built-in timer
Typical price$$ $50–150See specs →

Brewista Ratio Pour Over Coffee Scale BWRRS1

Brewista · 0.1 g
Typical price$$ $50–150See specs →

Brewista Smart Scale II BSSRB2

Brewista · 0.1 g · Built-in timer
Typical price$$ $50–150See specs →

Brewista Smart Scale III

Brewista · 0.1 g · Built-in timer
Typical price$$ $50–150See specs →

Eureka Digital Scale Precisa with Bluetooth

Eureka · 0.1 g · Built-in timer
Typical price$$ $50–150See specs →

Fellow Tally Pro Precision Scale

Fellow · 0.1 g · Built-in timer
Typical price$$$ $150–300See specs →

Flair Espresso Scale

Flair Espresso · 0.1 g · Built-in timer
Typical price$ Under $50See specs →

La Marzocco Linea Mini Brew-by-Weight Scale

La Marzocco · 0.1 g · Built-in timer
Typical price$$$$ $300+See specs →

Maestri House S1 Mini Espresso Scale

Maestri House · 0.1 g · Built-in timer · Fits on an espresso drip tray
Typical price$ Under $50See specs →

TIMEMORE Black Mirror Basic 2.0

TIMEMORE · 0.1 g · Built-in timer · Fits on an espresso drip tray
Typical price$$ $50–150See specs →

TIMEMORE Black Mirror Basic Plus Coffee Scale

TIMEMORE · 0.1 g · Built-in timer
Typical price$$ $50–150See specs →

TIMEMORE Black Mirror Nano

TIMEMORE · 0.1 g · Built-in timer · Fits on an espresso drip tray
Typical price$$ $50–150See specs →
Buying guide · scales

Still deciding? Start here.

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How to choose

Before you decide, check:ResolutionBuilt-in timerFits on an espresso drip tray

When selecting an espresso scale, compare the three main specs: resolution for precise dosing, built-in timer for timing shots, and whether the scale fits on an espresso drip tray. The products here are espresso scales in budget and mid-range tiers. One option confirms drip tray compatibility. The other confirms a built-in timer. Resolution details are not supplied for either, so check the product pages for that measurement. Match the scale to your setup and workflow based on the confirmed features.

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Popular comparisons

Two side by side, with which to pick and when to skip.

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Scales: common questions

Short answers, with links to the gear each one names.

Which scale fits on an espresso drip tray?

The Maestri House S1 Mini Espresso Scale fits on an espresso drip tray.

Which scale has a built-in timer?

The TIMEMORE Black Mirror Basic 2.0 has a built-in timer.

What resolution do these scales offer?

Resolution is not listed for either scale.

Are both products espresso scales?

Yes, both the Maestri House S1 Mini and the TIMEMORE Black Mirror Basic 2.0 are espresso scales.

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