Timemore Black Mirror Basic 2 Review: Pros, Cons and Who It’s For

Timemore Black Mirror Basic 2

Best for: Following V60 or espresso recipes by time and flow

“For people who already weigh their coffee and want the timer to run itself.” — Juancho

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The essentials

Price range: $$
Level: Enthusiast
Methods: Espresso · V60 · Chemex · AeroPress · French press
Espresso: Yes (0.1 g precision)
Settings: Auto timer · Flow rate (g/s) · USB-C rechargeable
Cleaning: Easy (removable silicone pad)

Data from the manufacturer and user reviews; the exact, up-to-date price is on Amazon.

Pros

Timer starts by itself when you begin pouring
Rechargeable, no batteries
Slim and good-looking

Cons

Touch buttons are very sensitive
Flow-rate reading jumps around too fast

What owners and experts say

What owners and reviewers like most: timer starts by itself when you begin pouring; rechargeable, no batteries; slim and good-looking. The most common complaint: touch buttons are very sensitive.

Sources: tomsguide.com · homegrounds.co · reddit.com · reddit.com

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