1.PERFECT: The slim espresso scale can fit perfectly on the drip tray of other coffee maker. The tiny scale increment is 0.1 grams so that you can dial in on a perfect shot of espresso.2.INDEPENDENT TIMER: The barista coffee scale has a bulit-in timer and a high precision sensor. The timer function is nice for both pour over and espresso, it means you don't need to get out your other timing device while also watching the scale. HOW to USE TIMER? click timer key to start the timer, click again to stop the time, and click it again time reset.3.Easy to Useensure consistency of coffee flavor. It's responsive and so easy to navigate for your morning coffee routine3.WIDE APPLICATION: The detachable lid can be used as weighing tray. can be used for weighing coffee grounds, coffee beans, dry herbs, flowers and leaf tea and so on. The large backlit display is very clear, numbers and letters are big. That's a super plus when you're pulling that early morning shot or brewing that cup in a dark kitchen.