Timemore
Timemore Mirror BASIC 2 Espresso Coffee Scale (White)
Best precision scale for home baristas perfecting their espresso technique.
Elevate your coffee brewing with the Timemore Mirror BASIC 2 Espresso Coffee Scale. Engineered for precision, this electronic scale delivers consistent and repeatable results for coffee enthusiasts. It boasts a generous 2000-gram capacity, perfect for various brewing methods. Key features include an integrated timer for meticulous brewing control and water flow rate measurement, helping you achieve specialty coffee quality at home. Its reliable weighing accuracy and tare function make dosing effortless, ensuring a superior coffee experience.
$69.00
Owner Satisfaction
4.6
/ 5
Category Rank
178
/ 1677
#178 in Electronics Accessories
Price vs Category Average
-57%
Below average
Capacity
2000
/ Grams
Who it's for
- Home baristas requiring exact measurements for consistent extractions
- Minimalists seeking a clean, durable aesthetic for their coffee station
- Pour-over enthusiasts aiming to refine their technique with real-time data
Who should skip it
- Owners of espresso machines with limited clearance under the group head
- Users who prefer tactile buttons over sensitive touch-based interfaces
- Brewers who need more time between steps during complex routines
Performance breakdown
Weighing Precision
High-sensitivity sensors ensure consistent dosing for every single shot.
Flow Rate Tracking
Real-time data helps you master your pour-over technique with ease.
Response Time
Near-instant weight updates prevent over-pouring during fast espresso extractions.
Interface Clarity
The minimalist digital display keeps essential brewing metrics front and center.
Build Durability
Water-resistant surface handles the inevitable spills of a busy coffee station.
Workflow Integration
Auto-timer and tare functions streamline your morning routine significantly.
Key Specs
Capacity
2000 Grams
Type
Electronic Coffee Scale
Functions
Timer, Water Flow Rate measurement
Measurement Units Supported
Grams
Tare Function
Supported
Accuracy
High precision
Features
- Precise weighing for perfect coffee dosing
- Integrated timer for brewing control
- Measures water flow rate
- Tare function for easy zeroing
- Reliable and consistent results
- Designed for specialty coffee brewing
- Generous 2000g capacity
- Digital display for clarity
What customers say
The Timemore Mirror BASIC 2 is widely regarded as a benchmark in mid-range coffee scales, praised for its exceptional responsiveness crucial for precise espresso dosing and timing. Users appreciate the scale's minimalist design and compact size, which fits neatly on drip trays. A significant draw is the inclusion of flow rate measurement, enhancing the brewing experience for consistency seekers. While the overall performance and value are outstanding, some users find the capacitive touch buttons overly sensitive, causing minor frustration. Despite this, the scale's robust functionality and long battery life make it a highly recommended tool, successfully bridging the gap between budget and premium options for serious home baristas.
Know before you buy
The scale has a maximum capacity of 2000 grams, which is sufficient for most home brewing methods, including pour-over setups and espresso.
Monitoring the flow rate allows you to track the consistency of your pour. By observing the speed at which water hits the coffee bed, you can adjust your technique to ensure even extraction every time.
Yes, the integrated timer is designed to help you track your brew time precisely. It is particularly useful for espresso, where timing the shot duration is critical for flavor balance.
The scale is engineered for high-precision weighing, making it accurate enough to measure small doses of coffee grounds and the final liquid yield of your espresso shots.
Yes, the tare function is fully supported and can be used at any point during your brewing process to zero out the weight of your vessel or to measure cumulative additions.
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