A coffee scale is an essential tool for specialty coffee lovers, ensuring accurate weighing of coffee beans and water, giving you perfect control over the extraction process. Thanks to this precision, every cup of coffee becomes a balanced and flavorful experience, reflecting professionalism and enjoyment in every sip.
At Abreek, a leading store in Saudi Arabia, you'll find the best coffee scales along with the finest specialty coffee preparation tools. The store is distinguished by the quality and variety of its products, making it your first destination for the world of coffee in all its details, combining authenticity and innovation for lovers of refined taste.
Criteria for choosing the ideal coffee scale
Scale capacity
Scales vary in capacity to suit your needs. Some measure up to 2 kg, while smaller scales hold up to 500 grams. Choosing the right capacity depends on your brewing style, whether you're using a V60 or heavy-duty portafilter, or preparing small quantities for everyday coffee.
Measurement accuracy
Scale accuracy is one of the most important factors. Choosing one that can measure differences down to 0.1 grams ensures precise extraction and consistent flavors. High accuracy allows you to precisely control coffee-to-water ratios, giving you the ability to experiment with different recipes and achieve perfect results without guesswork.
built-in timer
For precise specialty coffee preparation, the built-in timer is an essential feature, allowing you to track extraction times and control water flow. The timer ensures consistent flavor in every cup, giving you the ability to reproduce your favorite recipes with the same quality without any errors.
Battery and operating methods
Some scales operate on replaceable batteries, while others support USB charging, giving you greater flexibility. Choosing the right scale depends on your daily preparation style and usage time, ensuring your device is always operating efficiently without interruption.
Ease of use and cleaning
The ideal scale should be practical to use, easy to clean, and preferably waterproof or liquid-resistant. The smart design makes measuring convenient and minimizes mess during preparation, providing a smooth and enjoyable daily experience.
The latest collection of coffee scales from Ibrik Store
Coffee scale with timer for specialty coffee
Elevate your coffee-making experience with this specialty coffee scale with a timer. It features high-precision 0.1g measuring accuracy and a clear, easy-to-read LCD display. Its sleek, modern design blends seamlessly into any kitchen and gives you complete control over every stage of preparation.
Ideal for specialty coffee lovers, this machine comes with a built-in timer that allows precise brewing time control, making it a professional coffee scale that ensures optimal flavor extraction with every cup. It's the perfect choice for anyone seeking a rich, sophisticated coffee experience.
Black scale with timer
Take your coffee-making experience to a new level with this black scale with a timer for specialty coffee, ensuring accuracy down to 0.1 grams for perfect, precise coffee every time. A clear, easy-to-read LCD display gives you complete control over every step.
The modern, elegant design is compatible with all coffee preparation methods and comes with a built-in timer for precise extraction times. Suitable for all brewing methods, including V60 and Chemex, every cup of coffee delivers a professional touch, as seen in international coffee shops.
Small Digital Coffee Scale - White
Elevate your coffee preparation with this compact white digital coffee scale, combining precision and elegance. Its accuracy reaches 0.3 grams and its capacity reaches 3 kg, allowing you to prepare the perfect coffee with ease and smoothness. It features a clear display and a built-in timer for optimal timing of each extraction.
Designed with a compact size and a silicone cover to protect it from splashes and heat, this scale features an easy-to-clean surface and fast USB-C charging. Ideal for all brewing methods, including filter and espresso, it delivers a professional coffee-making experience like you'd expect from a café.
The importance of using a coffee scale in preparing coffee
- Reduce waste and control portions: Accurate measurement reduces unnecessary consumption and maintains optimal use of your grains and water.
- Consistency and consistent quality: The scale ensures you prepare consistent coffee every time, with the ability to accurately reproduce your favorite recipe.
- Balanced and rich taste: By adjusting the ideal ratio of coffee to water, you avoid a bitter or weak taste, achieving a coffee with a full-bodied taste.
- Professionalism within everyone's reach: Even beginners can make specialty-café-level coffee with the scale, without guesswork or haphazardness.
What are the types of coffee scales?
Scales with built-in timer
Advanced digital scales combine weight and time measurement, with dual displays for precise extraction tracking. Some models are water- and heat-resistant, making them ideal for professional baristas who need to precisely control extraction times (such as 25-30 seconds for espresso).
digital scales
Precision electronic scales with an accuracy of 0.01–0.1 grams, equipped with a digital display and advanced functions such as a built-in timer, tare function, and multiple measurement units. Their compact design makes them ideal for home or professional brewing spaces. Their uses include espresso, drip coffee, and French press.
Digital pocket scales
Small, lightweight scales that are easy to carry and store, with an average accuracy of up to 0.1 grams. Ideal for coffee lovers traveling or preparing coffee on the go, these scales are affordable.
How does a coffee scale make a difference in different brewing methods?
espresso
Espresso is the most sensitive brewing method to any weight error, making a scale a necessity, not a luxury. From the dry weight of finely ground coffee (e.g., 18 grams) to the wet weight or extracted yield (e.g., 36 grams), every detail makes a difference in the strength and intensity of the flavor. With a scale, you can ensure consistency in every shot, whether you're a coffee shop professional or a home coffee connoisseur.
Drip coffee (V60 / Chemex / Kalita)
Percolation methods rely on the gradual flow of water through the ground coffee to precisely extract the flavors. This is where a scale comes in handy, allowing you to precisely adjust the coffee-to-water ratio, such as 1:15 or 1:17, significantly altering the flavor profile. A built-in timer also helps you control the pouring rate and monitor extractions second by second, providing perfect balance and professional reproducibility.
Drip Bags / Single Serve Coffee Envelopes
These pods may seem easy to use, but the scale is the guarantor of the final result. Most pods require a precise amount of water, between 150 and 200 ml, and any more or less significantly alters the flavor. Using the scale ensures a consistent taste every time, with balanced extraction, delivering a satisfying and perfect experience even with the simplest brewing methods.
Cold Brew Coffee
Preparing cold brew coffee may seem simple, but it requires extreme discipline in terms of weight and proportion. Choosing a ratio such as 1:8 or 1:10 between coffee and water determines the depth and smoothness of the flavor after a 12–24-hour infusion. Adjusting the amount of water added after infusion ensures a balanced brew, without a bitter or bland drink.
Important tips for using a coffee scale efficiently
- Always place the scale on a firm, level surface to obtain accurate readings free from any deviations.
- Clean the scale after each use to avoid the buildup of residue that may affect its accuracy and performance over time.
- Avoid direct contact with water. Choose a moisture-resistant scale to preserve its lifespan.
- Use the Tare feature before each measurement to accurately adjust the weight without being affected by the weight of the utensils.
- Constantly monitor the battery level or rely on a rechargeable scale to ensure uninterrupted performance while preparing.
- Take advantage of the timer feature (if available) to accurately track brewing time, especially when preparing drip coffee or espresso.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can you make professional coffee without a scale?
The answer is clearly no. Even the finest coffee beans and finest brewing tools lose their value if they aren't used in precise quantities and calculated ratios. A scale is more than just a tool; it's the cornerstone of every successful coffee recipe, ensuring a consistent experience and balanced taste with every cup.
How does a V60 coffee scale help in preparing coffee?
The scale ensures accurate measurement of coffee and water, giving you balanced extraction and consistent flavor with every cup.
In short, a coffee scale isn't just a tool; it's the secret to precision and enjoyment in preparing perfect coffee that reflects your taste and professionalism. For the best scales along with a distinctive collection of specialty coffee tools, Abreek is the ideal choice for coffee lovers in Saudi Arabia, combining high quality and expertise to provide you with an exceptional experience with every cup.