Connect Your Acaia Scale

Looking for the best Acaia app alternative? Brew Better connects to your Acaia Lunar or Pearl scale via Bluetooth, giving you real-time flow rate tracking and detailed brew logging that goes beyond the official app.

Before You Connect

Before connecting your Acaia scale, make sure:

  1. Bluetooth is enabled on your device — Open your phone or tablet’s settings and turn on Bluetooth.
  2. Your Acaia scale is powered on — Press the power button and wait for the display to show the weight reading.
  3. Brew Better is open — Launch the Brew Better app on your phone or tablet.

Note: You do not need to pair your Acaia scale in your device’s Bluetooth settings. Brew Better connects directly to the scale.

How to Connect Your Acaia Scale

There are two ways to connect your Acaia Lunar or Pearl in Brew Better:

Method 1: Via the Bluetooth Banner

On the home screen, you’ll see a Bluetooth status banner at the top. Tap it to enter the Bluetooth connection page. The app will automatically start scanning for nearby scales. When your Acaia scale appears in the list, tap it to connect.

Method 2: Via the Brew Button

Tap the brew button at the bottom of the home screen to start a new brew. If no scale is connected, the app will prompt you to connect one. You’ll be taken to the Bluetooth page where scanning begins automatically.

If Your Acaia Scale Doesn’t Appear

If scanning completes without finding your Acaia scale, tap the Start Scanning button at the bottom of the Bluetooth page to scan again. Make sure your scale is powered on and nearby.

Acaia Auto-Stop Support

Brew Better fully supports Acaia’s auto-stop feature. Your Lunar or Pearl can automatically end timing while keeping your brew log accurate. This works seamlessly with Brew Better’s flow rate tracking.

Start Brewing

With your Acaia scale connected, you’re ready to brew. Place your dripper and server on the scale, then start pouring. Brew Better will automatically detect the brew and begin recording your flow rate curve in real-time.

For a complete overview of Brew Better’s features, see our Getting Started guide.

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