I bought this because after buying an expensive Breville espresso maker I found that it was somewhat necessary to have both an accurate scale and timer to make a decent coffee (among other things).
I decided to buy this scale/timer because of the reviews and what others were saying about other more expensive scales with similar functionality for the same purposes.
Everything that I read about this device is true. It seems like a cheap product out of the box. It's buttons are super sensitive, and the instructions on how to use the auto timer feature are poorly described in two places both leave you scratching your head as to how to get it into the autotimer mode.
HOW TO ENABLE/DISABLE THE AUTO TIMER:
Press the timer button repeatedly, after 3-4 presses you'll hear a short beep with each press, keep pressing it a few more times until you hear a long beep. The device should then indicate that it's in auto timer mode. Repeat the steps to disable autotimer mode. Once the device is in autotimer mode, press the timer button once, the device will count down from 3 then it's ready for you to begin. Once the weight has changed the timer will start.
CONS:
-Buttons are very sensitive
-Buttons are part of the scale surface (you press a button it registers the weight of your button push)
-Not water resistant
-height is a little tall for my espresso machine limiting the glasses I can use to brew with
-Someone mentioned USB C to C cables don't work with this device, I haven't tried it but could be due to the power output being too high on a C to C cable. Cheap circuits this is made with might be the reason which for the price I would hope would be better but again we're paying for the functionality which apparently only comes in really high priced scales which this one is much cheaper than those.
PROS:
-Not too expensive for the functionality (going by what others have said and limited research)
-Seems accurate, but I haven't done any calibration tests to very other than just my own personal judgement
-Rechargeable, hate dealing with replacing batteries we live in the year 2020!
-Does all of the things it claims to do.
I just received this yesterday, and I've only brewed one cup with it and it already helped me to improve my brew. I might revise this later if I find something worth mentioning.
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Reviewed in the United States on November 14, 2020
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Reviewed in the United States on May 15, 2021
Then one day when I lifted the scale, the upper part (which covers the entire scale from above), detached from the body of the scale (see the first picture). In a few days, it detached completely (see the second picture).
It turned out this part was held in place by a piece of translucent double-sided tape. Really ? Couldn't the designers think of a bit more secure way to attach it ? There is no other way to lift the scale except to grab it by this upper cover.
I contacted the manufacturer (Timemore) about this problem twice, and they didn't even bother to reply.
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It was good while it lasted, broke in less than 2 months
By EG on May 15, 2021
It worked OK for a while, was quite useful for making espresso in a repeatable manner.By EG on May 15, 2021
Then one day when I lifted the scale, the upper part (which covers the entire scale from above), detached from the body of the scale (see the first picture). In a few days, it detached completely (see the second picture).
It turned out this part was held in place by a piece of translucent double-sided tape. Really ? Couldn't the designers think of a bit more secure way to attach it ? There is no other way to lift the scale except to grab it by this upper cover.
I contacted the manufacturer (Timemore) about this problem twice, and they didn't even bother to reply.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 12, 2020
This scale also measures quicker than my Coffee Gator Scale, which is important when you have to do times, precise pour to an exact water weight.
The biggest issue I do have is that's the scale is slightly inaccurate. I have 2 200g weights that weigh exactly 200g on my Coffee Gator, but measures 200.7 and 200.5 on the Black Mirror Scale.
Weighed together, both weights measure 401.3g while the Coffee Gator measures perfect 400g.
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Sleek, quick scale that's slightly inaccurate
By Joe G on December 12, 2020
Well, this is a sleek looking coffee scale. The controls are fine and easy to find if you have the silicone mat to help you figure out which direction is which.By Joe G on December 12, 2020
This scale also measures quicker than my Coffee Gator Scale, which is important when you have to do times, precise pour to an exact water weight.
The biggest issue I do have is that's the scale is slightly inaccurate. I have 2 200g weights that weigh exactly 200g on my Coffee Gator, but measures 200.7 and 200.5 on the Black Mirror Scale.
Weighed together, both weights measure 401.3g while the Coffee Gator measures perfect 400g.
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Ole E.
Gute Feinwaage mit hübschen Design
Reviewed in Germany on February 6, 2021Color: BlackVerified Purchase
Gute Feinwaage mit hübschen Design
Reviewed in Germany on February 6, 2021
Ich brauchte eine präzise Feinwaage für meine Kaffeebohnen, damit mein Espresso bei jedem Durchgang konstant schmeckt.Reviewed in Germany on February 6, 2021
Die Waage ist sehr genau (0.1g), daduch lassen sich auch einzelne Kaffeebohnen abwiegen. Sie reagiert zügig und gleichbleibend. Egal wo man auf der Oberfläche etwas abstellt, wird das gleiche Gewicht angezeigt.
Die Waage ist komplett Tastenlos und funktioniert über Touchsensoren. Diese reagiren relativ zuverlässig. Wenn die Waage aus ist, sind die Tasten unsichtbar, was dazu führen kann, dass fremde Personen, die die Waage das erste Mal nutzen den On-Knopf nicht finden, weshalb ich die Schutzfolie (Ort der Funktionen aufgedruckt) drauflasse. Nach der Erstbenutzung ist das aber nicht mehr notwendig.
Bei jedem Tastendruck ertönt ein "biep" Geräusch, dies lässt sich jedoch auch abstellen, dadurch bekommt man aber kein Feedback mehr, ob man eine Taste gedrückt hat oder nicht (ich lasse das Biepen an). Die Werte lassen sich durch das weisse LED, auf der sonst komplett schwarzen Waage, bei jedem Lichtverhältnis super ablesen.
Die Waage verfügt über Tare + Timer Funktionen und über eine Energieanzeige. Laden lässt sie sich über USB Typ-C (Kabel inklusive) und hält bei mir jetzt seit mehreren Wochen, bei täglicher Benutzung, ohne je geladen worden zu sein.
Die Verarbeitung ist sehr gut. Keine scharfen Kanten oder Kratzer und steht durch ihre vier Gummifüße sicher. Die Waage besteht größtenteils aus Kunststoff. Die Oberfläche ist glatt, wodurch eine einfache Reinigung möglich ist. Ebenso sie die Waage vor den Eindringen von oben kommenden Flüssigkeit geschützt. Die mitgelieferte Silikonmatte dient der Standsicherheit von Tassen oder Karaffen und schützt die Waage vor Kratzern und Hitze.
FAZIT:
Für meine Zwecke ist die Waage Ideal. Sie tut was sie tun soll und dies mehr als zuverlässig. Darüber hinaus sieht sie wirklich gut aus und ist nicht zu groß, wodurch sie für viele Espressomaschinen passen müsste. Auch der Preis ist in Ordnung, denn etweder man bekommt nur Müll für einen 10er oder man ist schnell weit über 100 Euro für vergleichbare Waagen im Kaffebereich.
Eine klare Kaufempfehlung.
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Ana Castillo
EXCELENTE PRODUCTO
Reviewed in Mexico on February 26, 2021Color: BlackVerified Purchase
MJD
Fast and reliable electronic scales
Reviewed in Germany on September 16, 2021Color: BlackVerified Purchase
Isaac C.
Muy buena para el precio, no me arrepiento
Reviewed in Mexico on May 7, 2021Color: BlackVerified Purchase
Amazon Customer
Precisión y rapidez
Reviewed in Mexico on January 24, 2021Color: BlackVerified Purchase
