Varia AKU Mini Coffee Scale – flat espresso scale for the La Marzocco Micra
Slide the scale onto the drip tray, set the cup on top and pull your shot – and even though there's barely any room underneath, it fits. At just 13 mm tall, the AKU Mini all but disappears under the cup. That's exactly what makes it the ideal companion for compact machines and for life on the go.
Coffee Coaching Club is the exclusive Swiss importer of Varia. Scales and accessories are in stock with us.
Perfect for the La Marzocco Linea Micra
The drip tray of the La Marzocco Linea Micra leaves little clearance between tray and spout. At 13 mm, the AKU Mini is flat enough to fit exactly where thicker scales bump against the portafilter – the cup still slides cleanly under the bottomless portafilter. If you have a Micra and want to weigh directly on the machine, this is the scale for you.
What makes the AKU Mini special
Despite its compact 100 × 80 × 13 mm footprint, the AKU Mini weighs up to 500 g with 0.01 g accuracy. The crisp 32-bit OLED display shows all your brewing values right where you need them. It offers manual and automatic weighing modes, an espresso mode with live brew ratio, and live flow-rate tracking that you can switch on or off in the menu. The housing is CNC-machined to 0.02 mm tolerance and IPX6-rated against heavy splashing water.
The 480 mAh battery delivers up to 10 hours of brewing time and charges in around two hours via USB-C. Feature and software updates arrive over Bluetooth. Brightness, volume, and the unit between grams and ounces can all be adjusted.
At a glance
| Dimensions |
100 × 80 × 13 mm, 165 g |
| Capacity |
up to 500 g |
| Accuracy |
0.01 g |
| Display |
32-bit OLED |
| Modes |
manual, automatic, espresso with live brew ratio, flow-rate tracking |
| Battery |
3.7 V / 480 mAh, up to 10 h, charging via USB-C |
| Material |
heat-resistant PFA alloy |
| Water protection |
IPX6 |
| Connectivity |
Bluetooth (updates) |
| What's included |
scale, 100 g calibration weight, USB-C cable, travel pouch |
| Colors |
black, silver, white |
What goes with it
The AKU Mini works with any espresso machine, especially the La Marzocco Linea Micra, and with any grinder from the Varia Collection. If you need greater capacity and a color display for pour-over, it's worth a look at the AKU PRO. For life on the go, it pairs nicely with the Flair Espresso for a compact travel setup.
Order directly online
As the exclusive Swiss importer, we have the AKU Mini in stock. Delivery Switzerland-wide and to Liechtenstein in 2 to 4 business days, click and collect in Bern and Zürich. If you have questions, you can reach us at office@coffeecoachingclub.ch or by phone during business hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does the AKU Mini fit the La Marzocco Micra so well?
At 13 mm tall, it's flat enough to fit on the Micra's drip tray without the cup bumping against the bottomless portafilter. That way you weigh directly on the machine.
How accurate is the AKU Mini?
Accurate to 0.01 g up to 500 g, read on a 32-bit OLED display. For espresso, there's a mode with live brew ratio and flow-rate display.
Is the AKU Mini water-resistant?
Yes, IPX6-rated against heavy splashing water – robust for daily use at the machine.
How long does the battery last?
Up to 10 hours of brewing time, charged in around two hours via USB-C.
Roastery tip
On the Micra, the AKU Mini is the natural choice for us, because it fits the tray and lets you weigh both dose and yield directly. Start with a 1:2 ratio and adjust from there to taste. That's our recommendation, one of many.
