Breast Pump Reviews
If you are in the early stages of pump shopping, and
you are not sure which type of pump will best suit
your needs, you may find it helpful to read through
the articles in the
Choosing a Breast Pump
section before reading customer views of each pump.
Once you know which type of pump you will need, reading
reviews written by other mothers can help you to identify
each pump’s advantages and shortcomings. You
can also see how the each of the pumps measure up to
one another by viewing them side by side on the
Breast Pumps Comparison
page.
Want to share your thoughts with our customers? Tell
us about your pumping experience by using the form
at the bottom of the page to Submit a Review of
the pump or pumps that you have used.
The submitted reviews below can provide you with some
insight on what you can expect when using a particular
pump. However, you should keep in mind that each woman’s
body is different; therefore, just because something
works or doesn’t work for one mother does not
necessarily mean that you will have the same experience.
To ensure that you are able to choose the best pump
for you, you should read a variety of reviews both
good and bad before making your final decision.
See all breast pump ratings and reviews submitted by moms:
Be sure that you know which of the following pump
features are most important to you, and which you are
willing to give up before you begin to evaluate how
each of the different pump models will meet your pumping
needs.
Pump Aspects to Take Notice of
When Reading
Reviews
- Effectiveness – Is determined
by how well the pump is able to draw milk from the
breast. Generally, the closer a pump’s cycling
speed (how many sucks per minute) and vacuum strength
are able to mimic a nursing baby the more effective
it will be at expressing milk.
- Type of Pumping – Single
pumps, both manual and electric, allow you to pump
one breast at a time. Double pumps give you the option
to express milk from both breasts at the same time,
which helps to stimulate milk production and shortens
the time needed to pump.
- Comfort Level – If the pump
is uncomfortable, it will be very challenging for
you to use. Being able to adjust the pump’s
cycle speed and vacuum strength is the key to achieving
an acceptable comfort level.
- Portability – How much does
the pump weigh? Is it difficult to carry from place
to place? Does it come with a bag or tote for packing
motor and extra accessories? Does it provide a compartment
or cooler for storing and cooling expressed milk?
- Power Options – Several
power options are available for electric pumps including
AC adapter, battery power and car adapter. If you
travel often or will need to pump in various locations,
having alternative power options may be a necessity
for you. While manual pumping can be tiresome, it
can be a lifesaver when other power options are not
available.
- Motor Noise Level – A noisy
pump motor can be a distraction to some moms while
some moms worry that discretion will be compromised
if those near by will be able to hear the pump.
- Durability – Each pump is
designed to handle a certain amount of pumping. Some
pumps are for occasional use while others can be
used several times a day everyday for a year or more.
Choosing to use a pump designed for occasional pumping
several times each day may cause the pump motor as
well as other parts to wear out quickly.
Pros
- Trusted name in hospitals for more than 50 years.
Pumps are recommended by doctors and lactation consultants.
- Ameda was the first company to develop an electric breast pump.
- All Ameda pumps use the FDA approved HygieniKit Collection System,
which maintains the purity of expressed milk.
- Pump can be used with any brand of standard bottle.
Cons
- Not compatible with wide neck bottles.
- Replacement parts and storage products can be difficult to find locally.
Pros
- One of the most preferred infant feeding brands in America.
- Breast pumps and feeding lines work together to allow you to pump,
store and feed with an Avent bottle or cup.
- Isis Manual pump has been the most popular manual pump for more than a decade.
- Electric line of pumps offer infinitely variable speed and suction settings
that you are able to control.
Cons
- Pumps are not compatible with other brands of bottles.
Avent bottles or cups have to be used for pumping.
- Isis iQ Duo does not offer battery operation. Vehicle adapter is not compatible
with Isis iQ Uno.
- Does not offer larger breastshield sizes.
Pros
- The Nurture III has been a trusted breast pump for more than 20 years.
- Only personal use electric pump approved safe for multiple users by the FDA.
- One of the most affordable double electric breast pumps available on the market.
Cons
- Manual cycling of pump can make it difficult for mom to continue other
activities while pumping.
- Does not offer battery operation.
Pros
- Pumps use Whittlestone Hospital Technologies for gentle, painless milk expression.
- Allows you to pump directly into Dr. Brown’s standard and wide neck bottles.
Cons
- Pumps do not work well for moms who need suction to express milk efficiently.
- Double pump model is not currently available.
Pros
- A leading baby care product manufacturer for more than 85 years.
- Elan pump system features LCD panel which tracks and displays the time and duration of pumping sessions.
Cons
- Pumps do not operate on a closed system which allows milk to be sucked into pump tubing and motors.
- Elan feeding system and Comfort line feeding system are not compatible with one another.
- Pump models within the brand differ so much that pumps do not provide consistent performance.
Pros
- Preferred breast pump brand in America for more than 20 years.
- Recommended by hospitals and lactation consultants.
Cons
- Pumps do not operate on a closed collection system; milk can leak into pump tubing.
- Pump motors are fixed into pump bags.
Pros
- Has been an infant feeding product manufacturer for more than 40 years.
- All breast pump models have soft breast cups that provide gentle, massaging stimulation.
- Pumps are compatible with most brands of bottles.
Cons
- Breast pumps have not been on the market for a long time.
Pros
- Only pump on the market that allows you to pump hands free.
- Double pump allows mom to adjust speed and suction independently for each breast.
Cons
- Company does not manufacture any other breastfeeding or infant feeding products.
- Unique design of pump does not allow you to see your nipple while pumping,
which can lead to nipple irritation if nipple is not centered properly in pump.
- Mom must pump directly into Whisper Wear collection bags.
- Pumps drain battery power quickly; ac adapter is not included with pump,
but is available as an optional accessory.
Coming soon...
You can help other mothers have positive pumping experiences
by submitting your breast pump review to us. When writing
your review, try to focus on how specific features
of the pump contributed to your experience. Explain
your likes and dislikes of the pump as thoroughly as
possible.
|
Order by Phone: 877-749-PUMP
