Bonavita Rechargeable Coffee Scale Review

So you brewed a great cup of coffee? Awesome. Now brew another, equally delicious cup to prove it wasn’t a fluke.

Consistency is the key to good coffee, no matter the bean or brew method, and requires precise doses and timing. Enter the Bonavita Rechargeable Coffee Scale, a tool that will help you hit the mark with every single coffee you make.

Summary: Bonavita Rechargeable Coffee Scale

• Very accurate and precise to the 0.1 gram
  
• Hydrophobic nano-coating prevents water damage
  
• Includes a built-in timer

Intelligent, compact and durable scales for alternative methods of brewing and espresso.

– Coffee Desk

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The Bonavita Rechargeable Coffee Scale Review

This rechargeable scale by Bonavita is not the company’s first coffee scale. The earlier digital coffee scale has been replaced by this updated and now battery-free model that is sure to make an excellent addition to any kitchen or coffee set up.

Bonavita Electronic Scale 4.5/5

• Precision
• Size
• Style
• Special Features

4.5

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Precision – 5/5

Sure, coffee and water are important, but the recipe for the perfect brew wouldn’t be complete without a good dose of consistencyand precision.

This Bonavita scale can handle up to 2 kg of weight and ensures consistency and incredible precision thanks to its 0.1 g increments.

Size – 4.5/5

Measuring 7 x 5.5 x 1.25 inches, the size of the Bonavita is pretty average compared to our favorite coffee scales.

If you’re planning on taking it with you on holiday or camping, we’re sure that you’ll appreciate its removable cover which helps keep it clean and safely stored.

Style – 4/5

While most coffee scales opt for a square or rectangular design, the Bonavita Electronic Scale stands out thanks to its round stainless steel platform that sits on a black base. We also like its unique nano-coating which helps prevent water damage and makes cleaning it really easy. (1) That being said, if you are looking for an aesthetically dazzling scale, the Bonavita doesn’t quite have the wow factor you could find in some other options.

	Reviewed Item
Manufacturer	Bonavita	Acaia	Hario	Acaia	Timemore
Model	Coffee scale	Pearl	V60	Lunar	Black Mirror Basic Plus
Product category	Coffee scale	Coffee scale	Coffee scale	Coffee scale	Coffee scale
Color options	Black	White	Black, matte pink, matte turqouise, stainless steel, white	Black, silver, white	Matte Black
Housing material	Plastic	Plastic	Plastic	Aluminum, Acrylic	Plastic
Surface	Stainless steel/nano-coating	Plastic	Stainless steel	Anodized Aluminum Coating (Black / Silver) Hydrophobic Ceramic Coating (White)	Silicone pad
User interface	Buttons and screen	LED	Screen and touchpad	LED screen	LED screen
Maximum weight	70.55 oz / 2 kg	70.55 oz / 2 kg	70.55 oz / 2 kg	70.55 oz / 2 kg	70.55 oz / 2 kg
Minimum weight	0.003 oz / 0.1 g	0.003 oz / 0.1 g	0.003 oz / 0.1 g	0.003 oz / 0.1 g	0.003 oz / 0.1 g
Weighing increments	0.1 g	0.1 g	0.1 g	0.1 g	0.1 g
Accuracy	0.1 - 0.01g	0.1 - 0.01g	0.1 - 0.01g	0.1 - 0.01g	0.1 g
Timer function	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Power supply	2 A batteries/USB port (2021 model)	USB C port	2 AAA batteries	Micro USB	USB C port
Extras	n/a	Bluetooth 5.0, Auto Tare Mode, Auto Start Mode, Beverage Mode	n/a	Bluetooth 4.0, Heat Resistant Pad, Micro USB Charging Cable	Anti-slip silicone pad, Auto-timer, Auto-off
Dimensions	7 x 5.5 x 1.25 inches	6.13 x 6.13 x 1.26 inches	1.125 x 4.75 x 7.5 inches	4.1 x 4.1 x 0.59 inches	5.1 x 5.9 x 1.02 inches
Warranty	1 year	2 years	30 days	2 years	1 year
Price	Price not available	$150	$52.24	$250	$65
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Special Features – 4.5/5

Second only to premium high-end models such as Acaia scales, the Bonavita gives you all the instruments to create a high-quality brew.

While you can use this scale for any type of coffee brewing method, its built-in timer makes it particularly useful for manual brews like pour overs.

The Bonavita Scale also lets you decide whether to let it turn itself off automatically after 60, 120 or 180 seconds of inactivity (saving you energy) or disable the auto-off mode completely. When the battery runs out, you can easily recharge it through a USB port and the cable is included — pretty much like the Timemore Black Mirror.

Do Not Buy The Bonavita Electronic Scale If…

You want a more entry-level and budget-friendly model – We think that the Bonavita is very good value for money, but, if you’re happy to sacrifice a few features and commodities in favor of a lower price tag, we recommend the Hario Drip Scale. It displays weights in grams and ounces. This gadget’s pour-over mode also includes auto-tare and auto-timer features.

You want more features (and the best of the best) – With its bluetooth connectivity that allows you to connect it to the Acaia apps to create and share pour over recipes, the Acaia Pearl has no rivals. Winner of the best product at the SCAA Awards (2), this innovative model is the Ferrari of coffee scales and is perfect for invested home brewers as well as professional baristas.

The Verdict On The Bonavita Electronic Scale

With its 0.1 g precision and handy features such as the built-in timer and range of modalities, the Bonavita Scale is a high-quality coffee scale that doesn’t disappoint.  It comes with a one-year warranty and is very intuitive to use, while still offering different modes and features.

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