Acaia Umbra vs Timemore Basic 3.0

Technical comparison · Scales

In brief

Basic 3.0 is the best value for money in its class. Basic 3.0 is the only one of the two showing a measurable advantage, starting with built-in timer; on the other available specs the data does not separate them. On the category's technical index, Basic 3.0 ranks #2 of 14, Umbra #13.

Parameter
Acaia Umbra Umbra Acaia F1 · Entry
Identity
Use tier F1 — Entry F1 — Entry
Price
Price (€) ~90–200 € ~40–90 €
Universal specs
Dimensions (W×D×H) (cm) 10.5 × 10.5 × 1.5 cm —
Weight (kg) 0.3 kg 0.3 kg
Category specs
Readability (g) 0.1 g 0.1 g
Max capacity (g) 1000 g 2000 g
Built-in timer No Yes
Flow rate measurement No Yes
Water resistant Yes Yes

The differences that matter

  • Built-in timer: Basic 3.0 yes, Umbra no
  • Flow rate measurement: Basic 3.0 yes, Umbra no

Which one to choose

Choose Basic 3.0 if…

you value built-in timer and flow rate measurement. It is the best value for money in its class.

See the Basic 3.0 sheet →

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