Acaia Umbra vs La Marzocco Connected Scale

Technical comparison · Scales

In brief

Umbra and Connected Scale are not direct competitors: different use classes. Umbra is the entry-level choice; Connected Scale offers more capability in a higher class. Judge them by budget, not head-to-head.

Parameter
Acaia Umbra Umbra Acaia F1 · Entry
Identity
Use tier F1 — Entry F3 — Advanced
Price
Price (€) ~90–200 € ~200–450 €
Price updated on — 09/2026
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 10.5 × 10.5 × 1.5 cm —
Weight (kg) 0.3 kg —
Category specs
Readability (g) 0.1 g 0.1 g
Max capacity (g) 1000 g —
Built-in timer No Yes
Flow rate measurement No Yes
Water resistant Yes Yes

The differences that matter

  • Built-in timer: Connected Scale yes, Umbra no
  • Flow rate measurement: Connected Scale yes, Umbra no

Which one to choose

Choose Connected Scale if…

you value built-in timer and flow rate measurement.

See the Connected Scale sheet →

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