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Coffee scales

Repeatable coffee, every time

A scale turns guesswork into a recipe you can repeat. Weighing your coffee and water is the cheapest way to make every cup taste the same as the good one you had yesterday.

This hub explains what to look for, including precision and timers, and when a basic kitchen scale will do the job just as well.

What to look for

Precision
Espresso benefits from 0.1g resolution; filter brewing is fine with 1g. Buy the precision your main method actually needs.
Built-in timer
A timer lets you track extraction time alongside weight, which is useful for dialling in espresso and pour-over.
Size and fit
An espresso scale must fit on the drip tray under the portafilter. Measure that gap before buying.
Response speed
A fast, stable readout matters for espresso, where the shot is over in seconds. Slower scales are fine for filter.

Small-space notes

  • A flat, slim scale doubles as a kitchen scale and stores in a drawer.
  • For espresso, fit under the group is more important than maximum capacity.
  • You can start with any kitchen scale and upgrade later if you get serious.

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