Some of thebest coffee scalesare the most basic.
Its versatile and fits onto an espresso machine drip tray while also able to support aChemexorV60 dripper.
But is it worth the extra $$$?
Find out in this Timemore Black Mirror Basic 2 Coffee Scale review.
However, for the price, Id expect there to be fewer annoyances than this.
Sometimes I was just wiping spilt coffee off the top or rearranging myV60 Dripperand the scale tared itself.
This is incredibly frustrating as I had to restart my brewing process.
If you could adapt to these sensitive controls, though, this is a pretty, clean-looking scale.
It also has a flow rate monitor, which Ill discuss later.
Once it displayed 14.9g instead of 15g but it was different by literally 0.1 of a gram.
For the most part it showed the same weight as others.
To test the Timemore Black Mirror scale, I followed my usual brewing routine.
I weighed 12g of medium-road medium-fine ground coffee into my V60 Dripper.
I started the timer and poured 2 ounces of water over the coffee to let it bloom.
As mentioned, the Timemore Black Mirror has an automatic flow rate monitor built into the LED screen.
I didnt notice this actually benefiting me during testing, though.
Its USB-C rechargeable and you get a USB-A-to-USB-C cable in the box so charging is easy.
The Black Mirror is easy to clean with a damp cloth.
Timemore Black Mirror Basic 2 review: How does it compare?
Only one other scale Ive reviewed is classed as waterproof the Subminimal Subscale, $49.
It certainly looks the part, with its sleek black exterior and minimalistic design.
The plastic acrylic casing feels high-quality and weighty without being bulky.
The weight is accurate and the timer is a good addition.
However, I dont think its worth the almost $60 price tag.
Simply timing it could be enough.
If you need something that has all bases covered, then this is your scale.
But I think its a little overkill for me.
