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Maestri House
Mini Coffee Scale with Timer
A compact digital scale designed for weighing coffee and water while timing your brew. It fits under most espresso machine drip trays.
$39.99
This rechargeable coffee scale measures down to 0.1 grams and has a compact design — 3.7 inches square — allowing it to slide under most espresso machines or occupy limited counter space.
It features both manual and automatic timing modes. The auto-timer is intended to activate when weight is detected, though some users reported it stopping mid-brew. The manual timer functioned properly in the same tests.
Charging is done via USB-C, and the beeps can be muted to avoid disturbing others during early-morning coffee preparation. The scale automatically enters sleep mode after five minutes of inactivity to conserve battery.
Note: While the product page states it is "waterproof," the user manual advises against washing it with water. It should be wiped down instead of rinsed.
Why it works
- Fits under most espresso machine drip trays.
- Rechargeable, eliminating the need for AAA batteries.
- Mute function for quiet operation during early mornings.
Who it's for
- Individuals who weigh their coffee and have limited counter space.
- Home baristas with compact espresso setups.
What to know
- Auto-timer may stop mid-brew according to one review; manual timer functioned correctly.
- User manual indicates it is not waterproof despite the product page claim; avoid rinsing.
- Automatically sleeps after 5 minutes of inactivity.
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