{"product_id":"acaia-pyxis","title":"Acaia Pyxis Black — Competition Scale","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-mobile-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAcaia Pyxis Black — Competition Scale with 0.001 g Resolution, Limited Edition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tamper goes down beside the machine. The scale is there — square, black, 6.5 by 6.5 centimeters, barely bigger than a matchbox. Tare it, place the cup on top. Three drops of espresso fall, the OLED display shows 1.247 g. Not 1.2. Not 1.25. **1.247.** In real time, you see the evaporation, and you see the Flow-Rate as a small curve next to the weight reading. This is the Pyxis Black. A competition scale that makes visible the variables other scales don't even capture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pyxis Black is the answer to the question of how far precision in the cup can go. It was developed together with competition baristas — Yasuo Ishii used it at the Japan Brewers Cup and achieved the highest score in the Open Service Round. This isn't a home tool for everyone. This is the platform for someone who wants to understand the last 0.005 g between a good cup and a brilliant one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe at Coffee Coaching Club are the selected Swiss importer for the Pyxis Black — as a Limited Edition, it's available exclusively in our showroom and online shop, in limited quantities per drop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat 0.001 g Resolution Means — and What It Doesn't\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLet's be honest: 0.001 g is a milligram. In a normal home espresso workflow, reproducibility at this level isn't a given. Air currents, table vibrations, even evaporation loss during the shot create fluctuations that become visible at this resolution. That's simultaneously the argument for the Pyxis Black and against it — depending on what you're looking for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe added value shows up in three scenarios:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-machine-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompetition and Cupping Research\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Brewers Cup, Cup Tasters, and competitive cuppings, 0.01 g is too coarse. Anyone who wants to compare, replicate, and submit profiles needs the next decimal place. The Pyxis Black is the platform for that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-machine-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional Settings with a Claim to Data\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecialty cafés, roasteries, and research labs that document and analyze shot data. This is where the Brew History mode becomes relevant: locally stored data on Total Brews, Total Coffee Consumption, and average Flow-Rate. Reproducibility over weeks and months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-machine-card\"\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecialty Home Baristas with Real Standards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone who maintains Pressure Profiling, Flow Profiling, and multiple bean profiles at home — and actually uses them, not just as a feature on the box. The Pyxis Black sees variables you'd otherwise have to guess at.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnyone who doesn't need that will find the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/acaia-lunar\"\u003eAcaia Lunar\u003c\/a\u003e or the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/acaia-pearl-2021-kaffeewaage\"\u003ePearl 2021\u003c\/a\u003e more than enough. 0.1 g resolution is enough for 95% of applications. The Pyxis Black is explicitly for the other 5%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMagic Relay — The Invisible Extension\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the innovations of the Pyxis-Black generation is Magic Relay. In concrete terms: the Pyxis Black can pair wirelessly with an Acaia Umbra (or Umbra Duo). The Umbra's data is shown on the Pyxis Black's OLED display. Tap on one of the paired scales, and the display switches automatically — no app, no button press, in real time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePractical use: a professional setup with two Acaia scales — one for bean dosing, one for espresso output — and you see both values on one display. For professional shots, test setups, or competitive routines, that's a significant improvement over two separate Bluetooth connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCustomizable Modes and Brew History\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pyxis Black has three programmable presets. For each preset, you choose what's displayed:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTimer on or off\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuto-Tare when the cup is placed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuto-Start on the first drop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFlow-Rate indicator as a small curve next to the weight reading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach mode is tailored to a workflow — espresso shot, pour-over, cupping, or your own hybrid. The Brew History function runs in the background: Total Brews, Total Coffee Consumption, and average Flow-Rate are stored locally. After every shot, you decide whether the session is saved to the history or discarded. Completely without the cloud, without a required account.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a Glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ccc-compare-table\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eResolution\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.001 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccuracy at 0.001 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e±0.002 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRepeatability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.01 g \/ 0.05 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLinearity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.01 g \/ 0.02 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMeasuring Range\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.01 g to 500 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e65 × 65 × 13 mm (2.55 × 2.55 × 0.51 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e75 g ± 5 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminum (anodized) and acrylic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDisplay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOLED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLithium-ion 3.7 V 350 mAh\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery Life\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7–8 hours\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCharging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUSB-C, 5 V \/ 500 mA\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnectivity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBluetooth Low Energy 5.4, Magic Relay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWater Resistance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSplash-resistant (not waterproof)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 customizable presets\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrew History\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTotal Brews, Consumption, Flow Rate (local)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePyxis Black Scale, Carrying Case, USB-C cable, 100 g calibration weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAPS001\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere the Pyxis Black Stands Next to the Acaia Lunar\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"ccc-compare-table\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eScale\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eResolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMain Use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCharacter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/acaia-lunar\"\u003eAcaia Lunar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDaily espresso workflow\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeat-resistant (on the drip tray), brew-by-weight via machine integration, robust for professional cafés\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/acaia-pearl-2021-kaffeewaage\"\u003eAcaia Pearl 2021\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.1 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePour-over and filter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLarger platform, app integration, good all-around scale\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAcaia Pyxis Black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.001 g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompetition, research, professional detail work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited Edition, ultra-precise, compact, Magic Relay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Pyxis Black doesn't replace the Lunar — it complements it. Anyone with both uses the Lunar for daily espresso shots (on the drip tray, heat-resistant) and the Pyxis Black for profile comparisons, cupping sessions, or competitive preparation. Anyone who wants just one scale and whose main use is espresso is better served by the Lunar — the Pyxis Black isn't designed for drip tray heat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho Buys the Pyxis Black?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe see three profiles in the showroom:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompetition baristas and Q-Graders. Anyone producing data on stage or in the cupping lab that decides between winning and losing has, with the Pyxis Black, a tool that works at that level. Yasuo Ishii's Brewers Cup routine is the proof: 0.001 g makes a difference in the score.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eResearch and lab applications. Roasteries that document profiles. Cafés that evaluate their shots scientifically. University coffee science programs. Here, reproducibility is the goal, and the Pyxis Black delivers at an industrial-grade level.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecialty collectors and home baristas with high standards. Anyone who already knows Acaia, owns a Lunar, and is looking for the next level. The Limited Edition character also makes the Pyxis Black a collector's item — we recommend placing orders early, since drops ship in limited quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrdering, Delivery, and Advice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Acaia Pyxis Black can be ordered online at Coffee Coaching Club, or picked up at the showroom in \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/zurich-oerlikon\"\u003eZürich Oerlikon\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/bern-filiale\"\u003eBern\u003c\/a\u003e in person. Delivery Swiss-wide and to Liechtenstein in 2–4 business days, depending on drop availability.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSince the Pyxis Black is a Limited Edition with periodic drops, there can be waiting times. We notify our customers by email newsletter as soon as new stock arrives. For questions about availability or ordering: \u003ca href=\"mailto:office@coffeecoachingclub.pro\"\u003eoffice@coffeecoachingclub.pro\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance and Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean with a soft cloth and warm water — no cleaning agents, no chemicals, since the anodized aluminum coating can be damaged. Splashes are fine (e.g., espresso drips), submerging it is not. The Acaia Updater app delivers firmware updates whenever Acaia releases them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the difference between the Pyxis and the Pyxis Black?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original Pyxis has 0.01 g resolution. The Pyxis Black is the new generation with 0.001 g resolution, USB-C instead of Micro-USB, an OLED display, Magic Relay connectivity to the Umbra series, and a Brew History function. It's designed as a Limited Edition, while the original Pyxis is a standard product.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo I really need 0.001 g resolution?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor everyday home espresso, probably not — 0.1 g (Lunar) is enough. The Pyxis Black is made for competition, research, professional cafés, and specialty home baristas who genuinely work at the next decimal place. Honestly: if you don't need that, there's no advantage in it for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Magic Relay?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wireless display extension. The Pyxis Black pairs with an Acaia Umbra (or Umbra Duo). The Umbra's data is shown on the Pyxis Black's display — tap, view, no app needed. Practical for professional setups with two scales, for example bean dosing and espresso output.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I use the Pyxis Black on my espresso machine's drip tray?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePossible, but not recommended. The Pyxis Black isn't heat-resistant like the Lunar — hot water or a continuously warm drip tray can damage it. For daily espresso shots on the drip tray, we recommend the \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/acaia-lunar\"\u003eAcaia Lunar\u003c\/a\u003e. The Pyxis Black is made for off-machine shots, cupping, and competition setups.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does the battery last?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e7 to 8 hours of continuous use. Charging via USB-C takes under 2 hours. In standby, the scale lasts several days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's the delivery situation for the Pyxis Black?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLimited Edition with periodic drops. Acaia produces in limited batches that sell out quickly. We ship as soon as a batch arrives. If you're interested, we recommend placing your order early — if sold out, we add you to a waiting list and notify you automatically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the Pyxis Black work with the Acaia app?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, via Bluetooth Low Energy 5.4. With the Acaia Coffee app, you can visualize profiles, shots, and data on your smartphone. Standalone, though, the scale works completely without an app — all important functions are accessible directly on the OLED display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich beans do you recommend for Pyxis-Black sessions?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn cupping and profile comparison sessions, it's about perceiving differences. Light single origins show finer distinctions than dark blends. To practice with the Pyxis Black: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/wild-peach-ein-hell-gerosteter-omniroast-mit-pfirsichnote\"\u003eWild Peach\u003c\/a\u003e for fruity clarity, \u003ca href=\"\/en\/products\/cozy-chocolate-natural-brasilien-kaffeebohnen\"\u003eCozy Chocolate\u003c\/a\u003e as a comparison baseline for dense espresso profiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo you offer Swiss warranty and support?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Coffee Coaching Club is the Swiss Acaia partner. 2 years of warranty as from the manufacturer, plus Swiss service on-site. For questions, configuration, or service: \u003ca href=\"mailto:office@coffeecoachingclub.pro\"\u003eoffice@coffeecoachingclub.pro\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-roastery-tip\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRoastery Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you've picked up a Pyxis Black, it's not worth using it on every shot. My suggestion from roastery practice: use it deliberately for three cases. First — weekly profile comparison of a single bean over ten shots, to make fluctuations visible. Second — cupping sessions with Wild Peach or other light single origins, where the fruity aromas can only be judged cleanly when the dose is truly identical. Third — when switching to a new bean, to document the first three to five shots with full data density and build a baseline profile. The Pyxis Black is a tool for deliberate, documented work — not a daily driver. That's my view from the roastery, one of many.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"ccc-cta-block\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to see the Pyxis Black live or discuss availability? We have it powered up in both showrooms — drops are available exclusively through us as the Swiss Acaia partner.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEmail: \u003ca href=\"mailto:office@coffeecoachingclub.pro\"\u003eoffice@coffeecoachingclub.pro\u003c\/a\u003e | Web: \u003ca href=\"\/en\"\u003ecoffeecoachingclub.pro\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShowrooms: \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/bern-filiale\"\u003eBern, Gerberngasse 44\u003c\/a\u003e | \u003ca href=\"\/en\/pages\/zurich-oerlikon\"\u003eZürich, Hagenholzstrasse 50b\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Acaia","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55568861168001,"sku":"B736_659465435034","price":359.95,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0633\/2265\/2931\/files\/acaia-pyxis-black-wettkampf-waage-limited-edition.webp?v=1777183643","url":"https:\/\/coffeecoachingclub.pro\/en\/products\/acaia-pyxis","provider":"Coffee Coaching Club GmbH","version":"1.0","type":"link"}