Which Breast Pump Is Best For Me?

Jun 7

Written By Laura Silvas, RN IBCLC

In 2010, The Affordable Care Act passed, requiring both individual and group insurance plans to include breastfeeding benefits, including the purchase of breast pumps (Note: some groups have a loophole, or can be “grandfathered out”). If you are unsure of your insurance coverage, always reach out to your insurance to discuss your options. There are several companies that also assist mothers to obtain pumps through insurance coverage, such as Breast Pump Depots, Aeroflow, etc. These groups help take the confusing insurance part out of the breast pump purchase process and help to navigate your options. Different insurances cover different pumps, and sometimes it can be a little overwhelming.

So, which pump is best? Should you upgrade? What will you need? We have created this list to help you decide which breast pump will work best for you! And remember, our Lactation Consultants here at Leva also offer pumping sessions!

Pump Comparisons:

(Pumps are not listed in any particular order)

Medela Pump In Style	Easy to use: 4 buttons Battery Option Plug In Light weight at 1.18 lbs Auto switches from massage to let down mode Y tubing allows use for single and double pumping Easy to find replacement parts at major retailers
Spectra S2 Plus (Premier Electric)	Advanced massage and expression mode settings Single and double pumping options Suction strength of 270 mmHg Weighs only 2.5 pounds LCD screen Nightlight 12 Vacuum levels
Motif Luna	Rechargeable battery-powered option, as well as wall plugin Charge life of 2+ hours between sessions 2 pounds Quiet motor Single and double pumping options Suction strength of 280 mmHg LCD screen
Evenflo Advanced Double Electric Breast Pumps	Multiple power options including AC adapter, AA batteries, and car adapter available Single and double pumping option 3-year warranty Compatible with Freemie Cups 1.05 lbs 50% quieter according to manufacturer
Lansinoh Smartpump 2.0	Connects to Lansinoh App for tracking via bluetooth Multiple power options including power adapter, AA batteries, and car adapter available Flexible ComfortFit Flanges Customizable settings, with 3 pumping style, 250 mmHg suction strength Lightweight at 5 ounces Remembers previous settings “Quiet as a whisper”