# Portable Minimalist Scales BIFUR is a Modern Compact Scale Designed by New-York Based Kebei Li By Elena Rahman | Published 2022-01-20 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bifur References: [design-milk](https://design-milk.com/bifur-a-minimal-compact-scale-by-kebei-li/?utm_source=feedly&utm_medium=webfeeds) & [kebei.li](https://kebei.li/)  BIFUR is a [portable scale](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/withings-body-scan-2) created by New York-based designer Kebei Li. The minimalist scale is compact and can configure from its [collapsed state to an expanded form](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mini-folding-table) with a simple maneuver of its two upper arms. The zipper arms pivot out from each other to create a tripod platform, which acts as the scale's base. The BIFUR's main arm contains its control panel, including an on and off function, tare, unit change, and a timer. Underneath each of the three arms, strain gouge load cells are positioned to receive inputs and calculate the weight. The timer function allows users to precisely brew their coffee or perform other time-tracked processes. Moreover, the LED matrix display boasts a touch interface. Image Credit: Kebei Li ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.9/10 - Popularity: 98% | Activity: 99% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Portable Scales:** Opportunity for the development of more sophisticated portable scales for enhanced user experience and convenience. - **Minimalist Technology:** Opportunity for the creation of more simplified and streamlined technology products for better user experience and portability. - **Convertible Design:** Opportunity for the development of more versatile and adaptable designs that can optimize space and function. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Kitchen Appliances:** Opportunity for the creation of portable and easy-to-use scales for precise measurements in cooking and baking processes. - **Hiking and Camping Equipment:** Opportunity for the creation of lightweight and compact scales for hikers and campers to easily monitor and weigh their supplies. - **Jewelry and Accessories:** Opportunity for the development of small and stylish scales for jewelry makers and enthusiasts to accurately measure and weigh their materials. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Two-Part Kitchen Scales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lari-weighing-scale.md) - [Minimalist Magnetic Coffee Scales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laybird-coffee-magattach.md) - [Skateboard-Inspired Body Scales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skateboard-scale.md) - [Precision Coffee Measurement Scales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brewista-smart-scale-ii.md) - [Multifunctional Kitchen Scales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/precision-scale-with-timer.md) - [High-Precision Sensor Scales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/household-smart-scale.md) - [Precision Coffee Dosing Scales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/digital-coffee-dosing-cup.md) - [Ultra-Precise Coffee Scales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fellow-tally-pro-precision-scale.md) - [Elegant Countertop Coffee Scales](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fellow-tally-pro-studio-edition.md)