The most recommended breast pumps 2024
DO YOU NEED A BREAST PUMP?
Breast pumps are used to express breastmilk, which can then refrigerated or frozen for future use in a bottle. Pumping is also useful if you’re away from your baby for any time and want to avoid an uncomfortable build up of milk or mastitis. Milk supply can also sometimes be boosted by regular use of a breast pump. They can be electric or manual. It’s also possible to express milk by hand.
Electric breast pumps
Electric breast pumps can be single or double. A double saves time as you can tackle both breasts at once. For occasional pumping, a single should be fine.
Electric pumps are more expensive than manual pumps but are generally faster at expressing milk and usually have adjustable levels of speed and suction. To make life even easier you can also buy breast pump bras that enable hands-free pumping.
If you’re doing a lot of expressing you might want to consider buying or renting a hospital grade electric pump.
8 OF THE MOST POPULAR ELECTRIC PUMPS
Jump to the best manual pumps.
This list has been narrowed down to the very best with thorough research and the following considered:
Consumer reviews
Best-seller lists
Recommendations from industry experts
Award-winning products
Personal experience and the products loved by other parents.
The list is updated annually. It was last updated on 12 January 2024.
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1. Medela Solo Single Electric Breast Pump
The latest version of their single electric pump from leading breast pump brand, Medela.
The control unit is small and light and much quieter than previous versions.
Has Medela’s 2-Phase Expression technology, which mimics the way a baby feeds.
The breast shield is flexible for more comfort and a better fit.
USB charged. Up to six pumping sessions from one full charge.
Closed system.
Comes with a 150ml bottle and bottle stand.
There is also a double version.
2. Lola & Lyke smart electric breast pump
Award-winning breast pump with no tubes or wires.
The pump has a digital touch screen for controlling the suction and also features a memory button and timer.
Six massage settings and nine expression settings.
Soft, flexible breast shield.
Closed system pump.
Compact, lightweight and silent.
There are just five parts so it’s easy to clean.
USB rechargeable. A full charge lasts two hours.
3. MAM 2-in-1 Single Electric Breast Pump
This can be used as both an electric and manual pump for the best of both worlds.
Also available as a double pump.
In electric mode, the touch screen allows you to choose between nine different suction levels and there are both stimulation and expression modes.
Can be plugged in or run off the rechargeable battery.
Two Easy Start MAM bottles and storage pots are included.
4. Tommee Tippee Made for Me single electric breast pump
This is the updated version of the Tommee Tippee electric pump and is also available as a double pump.
The silicone cup has massaging petals to encourage milk flow.
There is a minimal number of parts for easy assembly and cleaning.
The power unit is light and compact with an LED screen and is USB rechargeable. All full charge lasts 60 minutes.
Five massage and nine expression modes.
Closed system.
Comes with a 150ml Closer to Nature baby bottle. It is designed to fit all Tommee Tippee bottles except glass ones.
5. Elvie double electric wearable pump
This is a silent, wearable, hands-free pump.
Can be connected to a free app to track pumping.
Stimulation and expression modes.
Seven intensity setting for suction.
Just five parts to clean.
Charged by USB.
Available as a double or a single pump.
6. Lansinoh 2-in-1 double electric pump
Award-winning digital double pump.
The LCD display can be backlit for nighttime pumping.
Three pumping styles and eight suction levels.
Can be used as either a single or a double pump.
Closed system.
Mains or battery powered.
7. Lansinoh compact single electric pump
A let down and expression phase with five suction levels.
The power unit can be used with micro-USB or mains adaptor.
Closed system.
Comes with a bottle and teat.
You can pump directly into Lansinoh breast milk storage bags.
8. Spectra s2
Award-winning, digital, hospital-grade pump.
Adjustable suction levels.
Massage mode.
Very quiet.
Includes a night light.
Mains powered.
MANUAL BREAST PUMPS
Manual breast pumps are powered by you so require no batteries or mains connection. You squeeze a handle to active the pump, which gives you full control of the suction. They are often quieter, cheaper and more portable than electric pumps. Here are six of the best.
1. Naturebond
Award-winning manual pump that claims to collect every drop of milk.
Made from BPA free, food-grade silicone.
Suction can be adjusted according to your preference.
Comes with a stopper to prevent any leakage.
Can be used hands-free and has a safety strap in case it ever falls.
Very lightweight.
2. HAAKAA Silicone pump
An award-winning, best-selling manual pump.
Made with 100% food-grade silicone.
Simple, one piece design.
Dishwasher and steriliser safe.
3. MEDELA HARMONY single manual pump
Uses ‘2 Phase expression’ technology to simulate a baby’s sucking.
Comes with a bottle and bottle stand.
The PeronsalFit Flex breast shield rotates 360˚ so you can pump in your favourite position.
Weighs 105g.
4. LANSINOH MANUAL PUMP
Ergonomic handle.
Stimulation and expression modes as well as adjustable suction.
It’s possible to express directly into Lansinoh milk storage bags.
Weighs 130g.
5. Tommee Tippee MADE FOR ME manual breast pump
This is the updated version of their manual breast pump.
Designed to fit a woman’s hands, to ease the strain of manual pumping.
Soft, cushioned silicone cup, which has massaging petals to stimulate the flow of milk.
Steriliser and dishwasher safe.
6. Elvie curve handsfree manual pump
A hands-free wearable manual breast pump.
Made from soft, food-grade silicone.
Fits to the shape of your breast and is held in place with your bra.
Variable suction.
Dishwasher safe.
120ml capacity.
Best suited for collecting let-down milk while feeding or pumping from the other breast or for using when your breasts feel full.
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