Timemore Black Mirror Basic Plus Unboxing and First Impression

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  • Опубліковано 23 лип 2024
  • Been a while, but finally got the updated Timemore Black Mirror Basic Plus in my hand and we will take a look at what changed/improved.
    Intro and Unboxing 0:00
    What's new 3:53
    Weight Reading / Timer / Auto Start Mode / Sound 8:36
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 29

  • @ahmadaamer6
    @ahmadaamer6 2 роки тому +4

    I have one of these. It is my first scale. It's a great product. I highly recommend it.

  • @SilkyNoah
    @SilkyNoah 2 роки тому +1

    Love my Black Mirror! Definitely recommend any of the models for a mid range option.

  • @markbotta8567
    @markbotta8567 2 роки тому +1

    Having recently purchased the Basic + model, you did a very fine overview. While it "technically" can fit on my e61 machine (Quickmill Alexia), the front part has to overhang the drip tray so the back end doesn't get blasted by the pressure release from the solenoid valve. As you demonstrated, the auto timer takes a second or two to start once the liquid hits the cup - more than livable. To add more to alephsk8's comment, the instructions specifically state not to use the scale while charging. The only feature that might be considered missing would be a calibration option. Using a 500 gram calibrated weight, the Timemore shows 500.2 and 500.4 without and with the silicone mat, respectively. Unusual as the scale was tared prior to weighing. But, this is only tenths of gram. When one takes into account the ~$60 price vs ~$250 for the Acaia scale, this is both an excellent value and alternative. Looking forward to your long term review.

  • @davidbrazill3759
    @davidbrazill3759 2 роки тому +3

    I recently took the dive into home espresso making and I’ve been looking for a scale that doesn’t break the bank. I was gravitating to the Black Mirror and was wondering about the differences between the old and new model. As you have said, there’s not a lot of detailed info out there about all of the functions, even from the manufacturer. Thanks to your reviews and excellent comparison here, I’m going with the old model. I like the clean look of the surface on the original and speed of display is not that critical to me. And I found it at a really good price. Cheers!

  • @gregoryrobak456
    @gregoryrobak456 2 роки тому

    Are you planning to review the Timemore Nano and compare? Thanks

  • @deadfolk
    @deadfolk 2 роки тому

    In manual mode, does it still stop the timer if you lift the cup?

  • @polo1924
    @polo1924 2 роки тому

    How does this fit under the Dual Boiler? Does it have to hang over the base? Or does it fit sideways?

  • @williamprice7624
    @williamprice7624 Рік тому

    How do you adjust the weight measurements (Oz vs grams)?

  • @kcbuys
    @kcbuys 2 роки тому

    finally a review on my own scale, hi alex

    • @XICups
      @XICups  2 роки тому

      Hey! yeah it took me so long to see if become available, and then some more time to film and edit lol

  • @scottrowley33
    @scottrowley33 Рік тому

    I have a quick question. There is alot of Amazon sellers selling the Timemore at different prices. How do you know the which one is the official or are they all official scales from Timemore?

  • @ScarsOfAFracturedSou
    @ScarsOfAFracturedSou 2 роки тому +7

    The USB port moved to the front is a nice change for avoiding water being exposed to the port while doing pour overs. My question is, is the Black Mirror Plus too big for manual or semi automatic espresso machines?

    • @Cenot4ph
      @Cenot4ph 2 роки тому

      I belive this is too big for a Flair Pro or 58, you'd need the nano version instead

    • @ScarsOfAFracturedSou
      @ScarsOfAFracturedSou 2 роки тому

      @@Cenot4ph You are right, the Flair lever machines have too small of a gap and would maybe need a mat underneath to lift the scale over the legs, and Cafelat Robot would also have too narrow of a clearance. With such a large footprint, would a scale at this size be delegated to Pour overs?

    • @Cenot4ph
      @Cenot4ph 2 роки тому

      @@ScarsOfAFracturedSou it may fit for some espresso machines. Otherwise yeah, pour over duty

    • @XICups
      @XICups  2 роки тому

      I have used this on the barista express and the dual boiler, it's not ideal but fits. But like others said, the nano would be the better option if you are interested in the black mirror. However if you just want one scale for both pour-overs and espresso, then this is technically smaller than most of the pour over scales out there.

  • @robd003
    @robd003 2 роки тому

    Can you replace the battery?

  • @vincemagallanes7463
    @vincemagallanes7463 Рік тому

    is is okay to use for flair??

  • @rafdek
    @rafdek 5 місяців тому

    How you feel about calibrating

  • @-Vee_
    @-Vee_ 5 місяців тому

    Can I switch from grams to Oz?

  • @martinkuusk9254
    @martinkuusk9254 2 роки тому +1

    Why dont they move to wifi instead of bluetooth. Would be a Good upgrade in My opinion and also auto transfer of brews to log on THE device you have connected.

  • @mk_ya
    @mk_ya 7 місяців тому

    Спасибо большое за ваш обзор. Вы очень помогли мне понять разницу между двумя версиями этих весов от timemore. Лайк

  • @saleen12
    @saleen12 2 роки тому

    Will you be doing more dual boiler videos soon? I'm having trouble dialing mine in

    • @XICups
      @XICups  2 роки тому +1

      Yes, I will be. Sorry that it's taking a while, I wanted to make sure that I figure things out before I share my opinion. There will be a 6 months thought video coming up soon, currently drafting it.

    • @saleen12
      @saleen12 2 роки тому

      @@XICups no problem! I'm excited!

  • @realkimchi88
    @realkimchi88 2 роки тому

    Naisu

  • @alephsk8739
    @alephsk8739 2 роки тому

    they dont recomend using the scale while charging btw

    • @XICups
      @XICups  2 роки тому +1

      Neither would I recommend doing that, as it will mess with the accuracy. If you are referring to the comment I made about the position of the charging port,, I am simply saying that, for me, it makes more visual sense to have the old design where the port is towards the back, where you would logically have the power outlet.

  • @johnnyosullivan9252
    @johnnyosullivan9252 11 місяців тому

    Advertising to drug dealers to weigh their ware😂