We've been big fans of Timemore for years, and we're proud to offer South Africans its growing catalogue of premium coffee gear. Founded in 2012, this Shanghai-based group of passionate mechanical engineers and industrial designers came together with a shared vision of improving the brewing experience for the coffee-obsessed. From the entry-level Chestnut hand grinders to the powerful electric Sculptor series, and many other brewing tools in between, Timemore builds equipment that not only makes dialling in a pleasure but also, simply looks great. The brand's minimalist designs draw consistent attention from international awards, and it's easy to see why.

Consistently delicious results, whether for espresso or pour-over brews, require accurate measurements to get meaningful brewing data. That is where a coffee scale comes in, typically offering brewers a trusty timer for contact time between coffee and water, as well as a sensitive load cell to track coffee weight and beverage yield. Standard scales, however, can be bulky and awkward to manoeuvre under a portafilter or on a cramped counter. They're definitely not very convenient to travel with. Timemore has solved both these problems by designing a minimalist scale without a screen.

About the Timemore Black Mirror Dot Coffee Scale

The Timemore Black Mirror Dot is a smart scale with a truly small footprint. By removing the physical display, it not only makes a great travel brewing companion but also offers a clever way to gather all the brewing data you could possibly need. The Dot easily connects to your smartphone via Bluetooth and the Timemore App. From there, you can track precise weight in increments as small as 0.1g, manage the timer with automatic taring and multiple brew modes, and monitor your flow rate with live brewing curves, perfect for the coffee lover who also loves data.

With its slim profile and compact surface area, the Dot takes up very little space and comes with a hard carry case, making it easy to pack away or slip into your pocket. This round scale features an indented silicone mat that prevents suction and comfortably holds espresso cups, mugs, and even large serving carafes for pour-over brews. It boasts an impressive 1,200g maximum capacity and is powered by a rechargeable 300mAh li-ion battery with a water-resistant USB-C charging port. The Dot is fully-enclosed and IPX3-rated, meaning stray drops of espresso or a splash of water won't affect it, just don't submerge the entire unit. For cleaning, wipe spills or coffee residue off with a damp cloth.

Black Mirror Dot features

• Bluetooth 5.2 connectivity
• Timemore App available for both Apple iOS & Android
• Quick sync
• Auto tare & timer functions
• Minimalist design
• IPX3 rating
• Accurate in 0.1g increments
• Long battery life
• Automatic shut off
• Battery status indicator
• Full recharge in 2.5 hours
• Includes silicone mat & carry case
• Three brewing modes: Espresso, Pour Over, and Manual

Black Mirror Dot specifications

• Weight: 77g
• Size: W 80 x D 80 x T 14mm
• Battery type: USB-C rechargeable
• Charge capacity: 300mAh
• Connectivity: Bluetooth (requires the Timemore app)
• Display: None
• Max capacity: 1,200g
• Accuracy increments: 0.1g