Small and Handy Barista Scale - MAXUS Espresso Scale with Timer, Accurate to 0.1g (1000g Capacity)

DgmunozDgmunoz: This scale appears under several "brand" names. Older versions had the "Time" button under the timer readout. Scale on left is this one. On the right is an older one from a different name but both now have the "Time" button on the right-hand side. This is ergonomically inept and you will frequently turn off the thing when trying to start/stop/reset the timer.

United States on Nov 16, 2023

Donna Smolik: It really helped me to dial in my new espresso machine. Highly recommend!

Canada on Nov 09, 2023

djedje: This scale work fine and it fits nicely under my Gaggia due the slim profile.

United States on Oct 28, 2023

rjm131: This compact little scale is exactly what I was looking for. I like that it fits beneath my delonghi Stilosa (EC260).

United States on Oct 27, 2023

d: I use this scale daily for my espresso and haven’t had any issues with it so far. I like the size of it as it fits nicely under my espresso machine. Love the built in timer feature too. Been using it since May and can’t complain about its function. Price could be a bit better but other than that it’s a great scale.

Canada on Oct 25, 2023

radoslaw: The MAXUS Espresso Scale with Timer 1000g/0.1g is a great option for those looking for a budget-friendly scale for measuring and timing espresso shots. Here are some of the positive aspects of this product, based on customer reviews
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Accurate: The scale is very accurate, measuring to 0.1g increments.
Easy to use: The scale is easy to use, with a simple interface and intuitive controls.
Compact: The scale is small and lightweight, making it easy to store and transport.
Durable: The scale is well-built and durable, with a sturdy construction that can withstand daily use.

Canada on Jul 30, 2023

toystory2wasok: Perfect dimensions for coffee scales, but unfortunately started to struggle turning on after a year, and fully failed a few months after that. I checked the innards and could see some rust/grime on the battery contacts. A rub with some contact cleaner and it seems to be working again, but presumably will suffer the same issue eventually.

Whilst these scales aren't specifically advertised as waterproof/resistant, they are mentioned as suitable for within an expresso machine, which obviously is going to include some moisture, even though I was careful drying it off before use.

United Kingdom on Feb 09, 2023

Maru: Excelente bascula muy práctica y exacta

Mexico on Oct 18, 2022

LSF: 1 year update: Despite the extremely annoying creeping readout (see below) and fact that the stickiness of the power button never went away (also see below), it's now been about a year and the scale still works. I use this thing a LOT - daily and throughout the day, for both coffee and food. Even considering its shortcomings, it's basically okay for what it is - a cheap, no-frills scale that does only what I want it to do and fits right where I want it to fit. But, as mentioned above, be aware that it's DEFINITELY NOT fast or accurate, contrary to the seller's claims or what many reviewers here seem to think. What else is new.

Original review:

Nearly everything I'm looking for in an espresso scale at an extremely easy price point. But the reasons for its low price are unsurprising, and become evident quite soon. My rating stays at middling until I'm convinced otherwise.

Pros:
• Easily fits under a Flair espresso maker.
• Built-in count-up timer.
• Backlit, legible readout.
• Very affordable.

Cons:
• Apparently vulnerable to liquid.
• Inaccurate and inconsistent.
• Slow to register - 1-2 second lag, or more.
• Less...

United States on Jun 02, 2021

Amazon Junkie: This thing is tiny, just large enough to hold a cup or a tray of beans. Good size.
I have other kitchen scales that rest on rubber feet, so all 4 of the feet on those scales need to be on a level surface for it to read accurately. Not so easy if you're sticking the scale on your espresso machine's drip tray. This scale has a flat bottom, no feet that have to be in firm equal contact, so you can use it on an irregular surface- like your drip tray.
It is backlit! Turn it on, the display is very clear, high contrast, brightly and automatically backlit, numbers and letters are large. Readability 10/10. That's a super plus when you're pulling that early morning shot or brewing that cup in a dark kitchen and you're half asleep.
Reads ounces or grams, to a decimal point. Easy to switch between each with a single button press. Max capacity is 1kg.
Timer button works as required. Press it, it flashes once then starts to measure to the 10th of a second. Hit the button again and it stops and displays the time, hit it again and it re-sets to zero. There is not a pause/ resume function capability in my observation.
Tare function sets to zero very quickly.
It is, IMHO, very...

United States on May 24, 2021