Choosing a Matrix coffee scale
A scale is the simplest way to make coffee repeatable. Weigh the ground coffee going in and the drink coming out, and time the brew. When a shot tastes off, you can then change one thing at a time instead of guessing. Both Matrix models are built for this job. The main difference is format.
Matrix G1 FlowBar Smart Pocket Coffee Scale
The G1 FlowBar is the pocket-format option. Choose it if your espresso machine has a small drip tray, or if you want a scale that also goes in a travel or pour-over kit.
Matrix M2 Pro AI Master Coffee Scale
The M2 Pro AI Master is the larger bench-top model. It suits a home espresso setup with room on the drip tray, or a bench where you also brew filter coffee into a jug or carafe.
Pairing a scale with your setup
A scale shows the most improvement alongside a grinder you can adjust in small steps. Browse coffee grinders and home manual coffee machines, then keep fresh espresso coffee beans on hand for dialling in.
FAQs
Why use a coffee scale for espresso?
A scale makes your coffee repeatable. Weighing the dose of ground coffee and the weight of the finished shot, and timing the brew, tells you exactly what changed when a shot tastes sour or bitter. You can then adjust the grind or the dose one step at a time instead of guessing. The same habit works for pour-over and plunger coffee.
Which Matrix scale should I choose?
Choose the G1 FlowBar Smart Pocket Coffee Scale if space on your drip tray is tight or you want a scale you can travel with. Choose the M2 Pro AI Master Coffee Scale if you have room on the bench and want the larger model for both espresso and filter brewing.
Will a Matrix scale fit on my espresso machine's drip tray?
That depends on your machine's drip tray and how much clearance there is under the group head. The pocket-format G1 FlowBar is the safer choice for compact home machines. Measure the width and depth of your drip tray and the height under the spouts, then compare them with the scale dimensions on the product page. If you are unsure, contact us before ordering.
How much is delivery on Matrix scales?
We ship Australia-wide. Delivery is a flat $9.95 on orders under $200 and free on orders over $200. Orders placed by 3pm Melbourne time on a business day are dispatched the same day.