{"product_id":"timemore-black-mirror-basic-3-0-coffee-scales","title":"Timemore Black Mirror 3.0 Coffee Scales","description":"\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTimemore Black Mirror Basic 3.0 Coffee Scales\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Timemore Black Mirror Basic 3.0 is the latest generation of one of the most popular specialty coffee scales on the market, and it's a proper step up from its predecessor. Developed in collaboration with 2022 World Barista Champion Anthony Douglas, the Basic 3.0 has been redesigned from the ground up: 25% lighter, 35% slimmer, and noticeably more accurate at the low end of the weight range. For pour over and filter brewers, that improved sensitivity (accurate from just 0.2g, compared to 0.5g on the Basic 2) means more confident dosing whether you're weighing out 12g for an AeroPress or 60g for a batch brew on the Chemex.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat really sets the Basic 3.0 apart is the new three-mode system, accessed via a tactile multifunction slider on the side. Pour-Over Mode auto-tares when you place your server on the scale, auto-starts the timer with your first pour, and gives you a live coffee-to-water ratio readout as you brew, so you can dial in a 1:16 V60 or a 1:17 Kalita without doing the maths mid-pour. Espresso Mode handles the same automation for shot pulling: place your cup on the drip tray, the scale tares, the timer starts the moment espresso hits the cup, and locks your final yield and shot time when you lift the cup away. Regular Mode is there for everything else, from weighing beans to portioning out cold brew concentrate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild quality is where Timemore has always excelled, and the Basic 3.0 doesn't disappoint. A custom load cell delivers fast, stable readings, while electromagnetic shielding blocks interference from nearby grinders, espresso machines, and magnetic distribution tools (a genuine headache on some of the earlier Black Mirror models). IPX3 splash resistance means you can brew with confidence, and the new wrap-around silicone mat hugs the chassis edge to edge, with a flip-side portafilter rest and channels that guide spills away from the electronics. Add in 24 hours of screen-on time from the 1600mAh battery, USB-C charging, and a footprint slim enough to slip into a brew kit bag, and you've got a scale that earns its place on the counter at home, at the cafe bar, or on the road.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Timemore\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black Mirror Basic 3.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCollaboration:\u003c\/strong\u003e Designed with Anthony Douglas, 2022 World Barista Champion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 140mm × 120mm × 20mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 300g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSurface area:\u003c\/strong\u003e 168cm²\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccuracy:\u003c\/strong\u003e ±0.1g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum weighable load:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaximum load capacity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2000g (2kg)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAccuracy variances:\u003c\/strong\u003e ±0.5g (0.2g to 500g) \/ ±1g (500g to 1000g) \/ ±3g (1000g to 2000g)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTimer modes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Regular, Pour-Over, Espresso\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuto-tare:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes (in Pour-Over and Espresso modes)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAuto-start timer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes (triggered by liquid flow detection)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCoffee-to-water ratio display:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, real-time readout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlow rate display:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, real-time in g\/sec\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWater resistance rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e IPX3 (splash-resistant)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInterference protection:\u003c\/strong\u003e Electromagnetic (EMI) shielding\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay:\u003c\/strong\u003e LED with high-contrast Black Mirror finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eControls:\u003c\/strong\u003e Multifunction slider, tactile buttons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1600mAh lithium-ion, rechargeable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBattery life:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 24 hours of continuous screen-on use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharging time:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5 hours to full charge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCharging port:\u003c\/strong\u003e USB-C\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forged top shell, silicone gasket, wrap-around silicone mat\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMat features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reversible with portafilter rest, integrated spill channels\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnits of measurement:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grams\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in the box:\u003c\/strong\u003e Basic 3.0 scale, wrap-around silicone mat, USB-C charging cable, user manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLooking for a budget option?\u003c\/strong\u003e We've got a limited number of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.co.uk\/products\/timemore-black-mirror-basic-2-coffee-scale\"\u003eTimemore Black Mirror Basic 2.0 Coffee Scales\u003c\/a\u003e left in stock. Same trusted Black Mirror DNA, just the previous generation, at a friendlier price point. Once they're gone, they're gone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs the Timemore Black Mirror Basic 3.0 good for both pour over and espresso?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it's genuinely built for both. Pour-Over Mode gives you a live brew ratio readout and auto-starts your timer as soon as you begin pouring, which is ideal for V60, Chemex, Kalita, and other manual filter methods. Espresso Mode handles auto-tare, auto-start, and shot timing on the drip tray, so you can pull and weigh shots hands-free. The 20mm slim chassis also means it fits under most domestic and prosumer espresso machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow accurate is the Basic 3.0 compared to the Basic 2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Basic 3.0 reads accurately from 0.2g, whereas the Basic 2 was only reliable above 0.5g. Both scales offer 0.1g resolution, but the lower threshold on the Basic 3.0 makes a real difference when weighing small espresso doses or measuring out lighter additions like salt for cold brew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it fit on my espresso machine drip tray?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAt 140 × 120 × 20mm, the Basic 3.0 has a roughly 10% smaller footprint than the Basic 2 and is 35% shorter in height. It fits comfortably on the drip trays of most home espresso machines, including the Breville\/Sage Bambino, Barista Express, Lelit Anna, Rancilio Silvia, and Gaggia Classic. We'd always recommend checking your machine's drip tray dimensions before purchasing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does the battery last and how is it charged?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 1600mAh battery delivers up to 24 hours of continuous screen-on use (Timemore estimates this at around 280 five-minute pour overs). It charges fully in 3.5 hours via the included USB-C cable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it waterproof?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Basic 3.0 is IPX3-rated, meaning it's resistant to splashes and light spills from any angle up to 60 degrees from vertical. It's not designed to be fully submerged or rinsed under a running tap, but it'll happily handle the occasional drip or splash during brewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between the Basic 3.0 and the Basic 2?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Basic 3.0 is lighter (300g vs 400g+), slimmer (20mm vs 30mm+), more accurate at low weights (0.2g vs 0.5g minimum), and adds a multifunction slider, three dedicated timer modes, a live ratio readout, and improved EMI shielding. The wrap-around silicone mat and IPX3 splash rating are also new. If you're still after a Basic 2, we have a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.co.uk\/products\/timemore-black-mirror-basic-2-coffee-scale\"\u003elimited number of units left in stock\u003c\/a\u003e as a budget-friendly alternative while they last.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the auto-flow detection work reliably?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, the Basic 3.0 uses an updated load cell and improved EMI shielding to deliver more stable readings, which directly helps the auto-start function. The timer triggers on the first drip or pour and pauses cleanly once flow stops, with a 3-second lead-in option for pour over so the timer starts exactly when you do.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I see the coffee-to-water ratio while I'm brewing?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Once you've dosed your coffee and tapped the Ratio button, the Basic 3.0 displays your live ratio as you pour, updating in real time. No more pausing mid-brew to do the maths.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs there a warranty?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTimemore offers a 12-month manufacturer warranty on the Basic 3.0. If you have any issues, get in touch with us and we'll help you sort it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does it compare to other scales like the Acaia Pearl or Felicita Arc?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Basic 3.0 sits in the sweet spot between budget timer scales and premium options like the Acaia Pearl or Felicita Arc. You're getting many of the same features (auto-tare, auto-start, flow rate, ratio readout) at a fraction of the price, without the Bluetooth app integration that some brewers want and others find unnecessary. For most home and pro baristas, the Basic 3.0 hits the ratio of features-to-price about as well as anything currently available.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TIMEMORE","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55709893230977,"sku":"Timemore-Basic-3-Sacles","price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0023\/1572\/files\/3_a53bc47f-23c1-420a-addc-a26fdb01be8a.webp?v=1779357773","url":"https:\/\/ozonecoffee.co.uk\/products\/timemore-black-mirror-basic-3-0-coffee-scales","provider":"Ozone Coffee UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}