![]() ![]() However, it has a built-in drip holder with its own sensor. On the surface, the Dual Sensor model is almost identical. However, I have also played around with the other version on several occasions ( picture to the right) In this review, I have only spoken about the Single Sensor version because that’s the one I have, and the one that I think will appeal to most people. For that reason, you might see incorrect information online claiming that the Black Mirror is a smart scale.Īs mentioned, there are two versions of the Black Mirror scale. However, the big brother of this device, the Dual Sensor version, does have an app. I generally don’t see the appeal of so-called ‘smart’ coffee products with Bluetooth connection. Whether that’s a pro or cons, should be up to you. It doesn’t have any nifty apps that you can connect it to. The Black Mirror Single Sensor is NOT a smart scale. The display of the scale will always tell you the battery status so that you won’t get any nasty surprises. A full charge gives you 7 hours of on-time, which should translate into about three weeks to one months of usage, depending on the user. Recharging: The scales charges via USB-C, which is faster and more futureproof than Micro-USB.You can’t submerge it in water, but splashes of coffee or water, shouldn’t be a problem. This is because it has the ‘shell’ design, where the exposed upper part, completely covers the weighing mechanism. Waterproof: The scale is not waterproof, but it’s more water-resistant than most coffee scales on the market.It’s a matter of milliseconds but if I had to point to something that could be better, it would be this. However, because you have built-in buttons instead of ones that click, you have a slight lag from touching to action. Reliability & Responsiveness: In the few months I have used the scales, I have never questioned the data, or felt that it was unresponsive.Let’s see how it performs in each category. However, if you look beyond the bare necessities, other features are nice to have: Most digital coffee scales are rather straightforward: they weigh coffee and also have a digital stopwatch. The “Plus” version has a few small tweaks and upgrades Features IMO you should go for the newest version, because it’s just a bit more practical. It also has small indentations where the the timer and on-buttons are located. The old on/off button was easy to hit accidentally. It has a physical on-off switch, which is quite practical if you’re bringing the scale on a trip. The most recent version is called “Black Mirror Plus”.The second version released in 2020 had an auto-timer and a more discrete black logo. ![]() The original version that came out didn’t have an auto-timer.The Black Mirror is big enough for manual brewing, while also being able to fit on the drip tray of many espresso machines due to its slimmer design.Īt the moment there are three small variations between the single sensor Timemore Black Mirror. This is good news because it means that you can probably get away with one affordable device. It’s 5.98in x 5.1in x 1.02in, which means that it’s somewhere between the Pearl and Lunar. In terms of size, the Timemore gets another point in my book. At this point, it’s almost becoming a coffee cliche. We have come to a point where it’s impossible to open Instagram without seeing carefully curated images of a nonchalant Pearl with a Chemex or Kalita Tsubame on top. However, the Timemore scale seems less familiar, which is a good thing if you ask me. The Chinese rival has a more futuristic design with sharp edges. The Acaia scales rely on a design language heavily inspired by early-noughties Apple products like the plastic MacBooks and first generations of iPods. While I objectively think that those scales still have a slight edge in terms of pure design language and small details, the Black Mirror is not trailing far behind. The obvious comparison when it comes to design is, of course, the Acaia Pearl and Lunar models. The Black Mirror is big enough for manual brewing, while also being able to fit on the drip tray of many espresso machines due to its slimmer design. In spite of the name, there’s also a white model available. When it’s turned off, it becomes invisible, so the whole device is just a minimalist black square. The display panel is straightforward and easy to read. The first thing people will notice about the Black Mirror scale is that it’s a beautiful thing. □ Pro Tip: Timemore also recently launched an espresso scale called Black Mirror Nano – make sure to check out my review of that one! The scale has the ideal for pour over brewing, but it can still fit on larger drip trays Design ![]()
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