Choosing a breast pump can be *almost* as hard as choosing a baby name – especially if you’re a first-time Mom. There are so many options out there – how do you know which one will be best for your tatas, your needs, and your lifestyle?
Well, we can’t answer that question for you, but we can at least help – that’s what this guide is designed to do.
We’ve taken some of the best breast pumps on the market – many fully or partially covered by insurance – and highlighted the features and benefits of each. But, we didn’t stop there…we divided them up into categories, so you can quickly scan and choose a pump that makes sense for you.
You’ll also find a price next to each, but keep in mind these are retail prices. Insurance should cover some or all of the cost, depending on your plan. Wanna know what your insurance entitles you to? Fill out our free breast pump application and we’ll dig into the details and make sure you get the insurance-covered pump you want + need.
Without further ado…your quick guide to breast pumps.
If you want something wearable + discreet…
So, you plan on pumping while on-the-go? You want something discreet that will tuck into your bra and collect breast milk while you run errands, give a presentation, or do some shopping? Then these are the best breast pump options for you.
Elvie Double Pump ($499)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Wearable + looks natural under clothing
- Quiet
- Hands-free
- Lightweight
- No cords
- App allows you to monitor milk volume, track pumping history + control pump from your phone
- Switches from stimulation to expression mode when it detects let-down + pauses when bottle is full
- Rechargeable (+ charges quickly)
- Easy to assemble + clean
- Dishwasher safe
- Double the pumping in half the time
- Closed system
- BPA-free
Elvie Stride Pump ($270)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Single or double pumping options
- Wearable + looks natural under clothing
- Noise reduction technology makes it quieter than most powerful pumps
- Hands-free
- Lightweight
- Hospital-grade
- Minimal wires
- Rechargeable (+ charges fast)
- App allows you to monitor and control the pump from your phone
- 10 settings
- Closed system
- BPA-free
Willow Go ($330)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Wearable
- Quiet
- Rechargeable
- Portable
- No tubes, cords, or wires
- Large reusable containers
- App allows you to track your session from your phone
Willow 3.0 ($500)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Wearable
- Quiet
- Rechargeable
- Portable
- No tubes, cords, or wires
- Continuous-latch suction
- Leak-proof (pump sitting, standing, bending, or lying down!)
- Spill-proof bags + large reusable containers
- App allows you to track your session from your phone
Freemie Independence II ($190)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Wearable
- Quiet
- Rechargeable
- Portable
- Independent cycle and suction controls
- Memory settings
- Auto shutoff
- LED lights
- Over 100 pump settings
BabyBuddha ($250)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Single + double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Wearable
- Quiet
- Rechargeable
- Portable
- Closed System
- Adjustable suction levels
- Seriously powerful but smaller than a smartphone
- 14 comfort settings
- LED screen
- BPA + BPS free
Zomee Fit ($249)
Features + Benefits:
- Hospital Grade Strength
- Leak Proof
- 2+ Hours Battery Life
- Reaches 260MMHG- 26~ 100CPM
- 9 Levels of Stimulation
- 9 Levels Expression
- 9 Levels 2-Phase Mode (mimics the way baby feeds for quicker let down)
- Memory Function (Remembers the last setting)
- Auto LED Screen Lock (After 30 seconds, the screen goes off automatically)
- 2 Mins Auto-Switch from Stimulation to Expression
- Display LED Screen (display of mode, battery status & levels)
- Noise level- ≤48dB
- Soft Liquid Silicone Breast Shield- sizes 17/21/25MM in the box
- Anti-Backflow System
- BPA + Phthalate Free
- Easy to Clean and Assemble
MomCozy S9 Pro Wearable Breast Pump ($108)
Features + Benefits:
- LED Display
- Flange Size: 24mm
- 9 Adjustable Levels & 2 Modes
- Bottle capacity: 180ml
- Silent: Noise less than 50dB
- Use Times: 6-8 pumping sessions
- Shut time: 30 minutes auto shut off
- Safe material, food-grade silicone
- Charge time: about 2.5 hours, power adapter must be 5V-2A
MomCozy S12 Wearable Breast Pump ($139)
Features + Benefits:
- Pump more, torture less, and leak none.
- 1.5 hours until fully charged for 5/6 pumping sessions.
- Free Hand, Free Rein.
- Upgraded 3 modes (stimulation + expression + mixed) allow you to start pumping from the suckling imitation of your baby for more letdown and less pumping pain.
- 9 levels for each mode, cater for each breast.
- LED screen, easy reading even at night with one glimpse.
If you need a hospital-grade pump…
Sometimes only a hospital-grade pump will do. Not to worry because there are many powerful pumps on the market these days. These are some of the best.
Motif Luna Double Pump ($229)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Quiet motor
- Lightweight
- Portable
- Closed system
- Built-in LED night light
- Backflow protection
- Hospital-grade suction
- Rechargeable
- Features massage mode + expression mode (to stimulate let-down and express milk efficiently)
Medela Pump in Style with MaxFlow ($215)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Closed system
- Portable (includes carry bag)
- Lightweight
- Easy to clean
- Proven to increase milk volume
- Includes battery pack
Elvie Stride Pump ($270)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Single or double pumping options
- Wearable + looks natural under clothing
- Noise reduction technology makes it quieter than most powerful pumps
- Hands-free
- Lightweight
- Hospital-grade
- Minimal wires
- Rechargeable (+ charges fast)
- App allows you to monitor and control the pump from your phone
- 10 settings
- Closed system
- BPA-free
Ameda Mya Joy Basic ($138)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Small
- Lightweight
- Portable
- Quiet motor
- Adjustable suction levels
- Auto switches to expression mode
- Closed system
- Can be run on battery power
Ameda Mya Joy Plus with Tote Bag ($199)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Small
- Lightweight
- Portable
- Quiet motor
- Adjustable suction levels
- Auto switches to expression mode
- Closed system
- Rechargeable (+usb-c charger)
Willow Go ($330)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Wearable
- Quiet
- Rechargeable
- Portable
- No tubes, cords, or wires
- Large reusable containers
- App allows you to track your session from your phone
Willow 3.0 ($500)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Wearable
- Quiet
- Rechargeable
- Portable
- No tubes, cords, or wires
- Continuous-latch suction
- Leak-proof (pump sitting, standing, bending, or lying down!)
- Spill-proof bags + large reusable containers
- App allows you to track your session from your phone
Freemie Independence II ($140)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Wearable
- Quiet
- Rechargeable
- Portable
- Independent cycle and suction controls
- Memory settings
- Auto shutoff
- LED lights
- Over 100 pump settings
BabyBuddha ($250)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Single + double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Wearable
- Quiet
- Rechargeable
- Portable
- Closed System
- Adjustable suction levels
- Seriously powerful but smaller than a smartphone
- 14 comfort settings
- LED screen
- BPA + BPS free
Zomee Z2 ($190)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- 9 levels of expression, 5 levels of stimulation, and 2 levels of 2-phase mode
- 3 different pumping styles (stimulation, expression + 2-phase modes) for custom-pumping session
- 2-phase pumping mode = mimics baby’s feeding style for more milk in less time. Plus, no struggling to free up a hand and switch between modes
- LCD screen + nightlight
- Anti-backflow system
- Rechargeable
- Portable
- BPA + phthalate free
Zomee Fit ($249)
Features + Benefits:
- Hospital Grade Strength
- Leak Proof
- 2+ Hours Battery Life
- Reaches 260MMHG- 26~ 100CPM
- 9 Levels of Stimulation
- 9 Levels Expression
- 9 Levels 2-Phase Mode (mimics the way baby feeds for quicker let down)
- Memory Function (Remembers the last setting)
- Auto LED Screen Lock (After 30 seconds, the screen goes off automatically)
- 2 Mins Auto-Switch from Stimulation to Expression
- Display LED Screen (display of mode, battery status & levels)
- Noise level- ≤48dB
- Soft Liquid Silicone Breast Shield- sizes 17/21/25MM in the box
- Anti-Backflow System
- BPA + Phthalate Free
- Easy to Clean and Assemble
If you’re on a budget…
Breast pumps are expensive and not everyone has the best insurance coverage. Not to worry though, because there are still options for under $100. This is our fav:
Motif Twist Double Pump ($89)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Quiet motor
- Lightweight
- Single/double option
- Can pump on AA battery power if you gotta run
- Features massage mode + expression mode (to stimulate let-down and express milk efficiently)
- Suction is easily adjustable w/twist for max comfort
- Closed system
If you’re looking for a portable breast pump…
Want something you can easily take with you on trips or to work? There are tons of portable breast pump options that are lightweight and easy to transport that make pumping just a little bit easier on you.
Ardo Calypso Essentials ($149)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Quiet motor
- Lightweight
- 64 total settings
- Operated with wall plug or batteries
Ardo Alyssa Double Plus ($219)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Quiet motor
- Lightweight
- Features Baby’s sucking + let-down mode (to stimulate let-down and express milk efficiently)
- Rechargeable (+ charges quickly)
- AC adapter with USB cable for charging at home, office, and car (no separate car adapter needed)
- Built-in battery for 2-day operation
Lansinoh Signature Pro with Tote ($129)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Quiet motor
- Lightweight
- 3 Pumping styles to mimic flow
- 8 Adjustable Suction Levels
- LCD Screen for easy reading in low light
- Closed system
- Dishwasher Safe
- BPA and BPS Free
Lansinoh Smartpump 3.0 Double Electric Breast Pump Lifestyle Set ($149)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Quiet motor
- Lightweight
- 3 sizes for perfect fit
- Closed system
- Dishwasher Safe
- BPA and BPS Free
- Rechargeable Battery (sold separately)
Motif Luna Double Pump ($229)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Quiet motor
- Lightweight
- Portable
- Closed system
- Built-in LED night light
- Backflow protection
- Hospital-grade suction
- Rechargeable
- Features massage mode + expression mode (to stimulate let-down and express milk efficiently)
Spectra 9 Plus ($194)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Single or double pumping option
- Quiet motor
- Lightweight
- Portable
- Adjustable suction levels
- Backflow protection
- Rechargeable
- Features massage mode + expression mode (to stimulate let-down and express milk efficiently)
Spectra S2 Plus ($172)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Single or double pumping option
- Quiet motor
- Lightweight (but not as lightweight as the above options)
- Portable
- Closed system
- Adjustable suction levels
- Backflow protection
- Built-in nightlight
- Features massage mode + expression mode (to stimulate let-down and express milk efficiently)
Medela Pump in Style with MaxFlow ($215)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Closed system
- Portable (includes carry bag)
- Lightweight
- Easy to clean
- Proven to increase milk volume
- Includes battery pack
Ameda Mya Joy Basic ($138)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Small
- Lightweight
- Portable
- Quiet motor
- Adjustable suction levels
- Auto switches to expression mode
- Closed system
- Can run on battery power
Ameda Mya Joy Double Electric Pump with Tote Bag ($200)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Small
- Lightweight
- Portable
- Quiet motor
- Adjustable suction levels
- Auto switches to expression mode
- Closed system
- Includes HygieniKit, the world’s only FDA-cleared pump kit that helps protect breast milk from contaminants
- Rechargeable (+usb-c charger)
- Includes a tote bag
Willow Go ($330)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Wearable
- Quiet
- Rechargeable
- Portable
- No tubes, cords, or wires
- Large reusable containers
- App allows you to track your session from your phone
Willow 3.0 ($500)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Wearable
- Quiet
- Rechargeable
- Portable
- No tubes, cords, or wires
- Continuous-latch suction
- Leak-proof (pump sitting, standing, bending, or lying down!)
- Spill-proof bags + large reusable containers
- App allows you to track your session from your phone
Freemie Independence II ($140)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Wearable
- Quiet
- Rechargeable
- Portable
- Independent cycle and suction controls
- Memory settings
- Auto shutoff
- LED lights
- Over 100 pump settings
BabyBuddha ($250)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Single + double pump
- Hospital-grade
- Wearable
- Quiet
- Rechargeable
- Portable
- Closed System
- Adjustable suction levels
- Seriously powerful but smaller than a smartphone
- 14 comfort settings
- LED screen
- BPA + BPS free
Zomee Z2 ($190)
Features + Benefits:
- Electric
- Double pump
- Hospital-grade
- 9 levels of expression, 5 levels of stimulation, and 2 levels of 2-phase mode
- 3 different pumping styles (stimulation, expression + 2-phase modes) for custom-pumping session
- 2-phase pumping mode = mimics baby’s feeding style for more milk in less time. Plus, no struggling to free up a hand and switch between modes
- LCD screen + nightlight
- Anti-backflow system
- Rechargeable
- Portable
- BPA + phthalate free
Zomee Fit ($249)
Features + Benefits:
- Hospital Grade Strength
- Leak Proof
- 2+ Hours Battery Life
- Reaches 260MMHG- 26~ 100CPM
- 9 Levels of Stimulation
- 9 Levels Expression
- 9 Levels 2-Phase Mode (mimics the way baby feeds for quicker let down)
- Memory Function (Remembers the last setting)
- Auto LED Screen Lock (After 30 seconds, the screen goes off automatically)
- 2 Mins Auto-Switch from Stimulation to Expression
- Display LED Screen (display of mode, battery status & levels)
- Noise level- ≤48dB
- Soft Liquid Silicone Breast Shield- sizes 17/21/25MM in the box
- Anti-Backflow System
- BPA + Phthalate Free
- Easy to Clean and Assemble
Dr. Brown’s CustomFlow Double Electric Breast Pump ($159)
Features + Benefits:
- Portable and Lightweight
- Two Modes
- Custom Settings
- Stretch Walls and Storage
- SoftShape Shields
Want to see if the pump you want is fully or partially covered by your insurance plan? Fill out the quick and easy app right here and we’ll do some digging!
No matter which pump you choose, don’t forget to check out these 5 breast pumping hacks to make your life easier, 9 steps to using a breast pump, and the CDC’s new guidelines on cleaning breast pumps. They’re super helpful for first-time Moms!