Timemore Black Mirror Basic 2 – Coffee Scale with Timer
Buy the Timemore Black Mirror Basic 2 in Switzerland: coffee scale with 0.1 g resolution, timer, flow rate display and backlit LCD. In black and white, Bern and Zurich.
The Basic 2 weighs from 0.5 g to 2 kg in 0.1 g increments. The housing is made of acrylic, flat and compact, and it is operated via touch buttons. A silicone insulating mat is included.
Features of the Basic 2
Accurate weighing
According to Timemore, the scale measures from 0.1 g to 2 kg with high-precision sensors, and the minimum detectable weight is 0.5 g. It is suitable for coffee, liquids and portioning in the kitchen.
Housing and water protection
Acrylic housing with a flat design. The weighing surface is waterproof and the charging port can be sealed. A waterproof silicone insulating mat comes with it.
Display, timer and flow rate
Large backlit LCD with touch buttons. Switchable between grams and ounces. The timer starts automatically, and a flow rate function shows how fast water or espresso is running onto the scale.
Tare and reset
The tare button subtracts the weight of the vessel and shows the net weight. A reset button on the underside restores the scale to factory settings in case of a malfunction.
Battery with USB charging
Lithium battery with 1600 mAh and, according to Timemore, up to 10 hours of runtime. The scale switches off after 3 minutes without use.
At a Glance
| Weighing range | 0.5 g to 2 kg |
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| Resolution | 0.1 g |
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| Units | Grams, ounces |
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| Functions | Tare, automatic timer, flow rate, reset button on the underside |
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| Display | Backlit LCD, touch buttons |
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| Housing | Acrylic, waterproof weighing surface, sealable charging port |
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| Battery | Lithium, 1600 mAh, up to 10 hours of runtime, USB charging |
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| Auto shut-off | After 3 minutes without use |
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| In the box | Scale, silicone insulating mat |
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| Colours | Black, white |
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Who it's made for
For everyone who prepares espresso and filter coffee by weight. Weighing by ratio rather than by time alone makes recipes easy to follow, even though no two shots are ever the same.
You'll find more Timemore scales such as the Basic Mini, Basic 3 and Black Mirror DUO in the Timemore collection, and all models at a glance under coffee scales. For everyone who wants a scale that is affordable and precise, there are also the Normcore coffee scales. If you want an app, Bluetooth and flow rate display in the app: Acaia.
What goes with it
For everyone who wants a grinder that is affordable and precise: the Varia VS3 or a hand grinder from Comandante and Timemore. If you want flat burrs up to 80 mm: the Varia VS6 or the Weber Workshops EG-1.
For filter coffee: the Hario V60 from the Hario collection or more brewers in our filter equipment. If you want a vacuum brewer: the BIRD from Weber Workshops. For espresso, the coffee machine advice tool helps you choose.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does the Black Mirror Basic 2's battery last?
Timemore states up to 10 hours of runtime with the 1600 mAh battery. The scale switches off after 3 minutes without use.
Is the Basic 2 waterproof?
The weighing surface is waterproof and the charging port can be sealed. The included silicone mat provides extra protection.
Can I switch between grams and ounces?
Yes. You switch between grams and ounces using the touch buttons. With tare, you subtract the vessel.
Does the Basic 2 show the flow rate?
Yes. Timemore lists a flow rate measurement function, along with the automatic timer.
Can I see the scale before buying?
In our showrooms in Bern (Gerberngasse 44) and Zurich Oerlikon (Hagenholzstrasse 50b) we show a wide selection, but not our entire range. Write to us before your visit at [email protected] and we'll check whether the Basic 2 is there. Delivery across Switzerland and to Liechtenstein in 2–4 working days, Click & Collect in Bern and Zurich.
Roastery tip: Weigh the coffee and the drink, not the time. For espresso we start at 1:2, so 18 g of coffee to 36 g in the cup, and adjust to taste from there. For dense, chocolatey espresso we use Cozy Chocolate or Nutty Delight, for maximum body Very Nutty. If you're looking for fruity notes in your filter coffee, you'll find them in Wild Peach. That's our recommendation, one of many.
