Acaia Pyxis vs Decent Espresso Half Decent Scale (HDS)
Technical comparison · Scales
Pyxis and Half Decent Scale (HDS) are not direct competitors: different use classes. Half Decent Scale (HDS) is the entry-level choice; Pyxis offers more capability in a higher class. Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.
| Parameter |
Pyxis
Acaia
F1 · Entry
|
Half Decent Scale (HDS)
Decent Espresso
F3 · Advanced
|
|---|---|---|
| Identity | ||
| Use tier | F1 — Entry | F3 — Advanced |
| Price | ||
| Price (€) | ~200–450 € | 125 € |
| Price updated on | — | 09/2026 |
| Universal specs | ||
| Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) | 6.5 × 6.5 × 1.3 cm | 15.8 × 10.3 × 1.4 cm |
| Weight (kg) | 0.075 kg | — |
| Category specs | ||
| Readability (g) | 0.001 g | 0.1 g |
| Max capacity (g) | 500 g | — |
| Built-in timer | — | Yes |
| Flow rate measurement | Yes | — |
| Ecosystem | ||
| Software notes | Connects via Bluetooth Low Energy 5.4. Has customizable working modes and a built-in Magic Relay, compatible with the Acaia Umbra series. | — |
The differences that matter
- Readability: Pyxis 0.001 g vs Half Decent Scale (HDS) 0.1 g
Which one to choose
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