It’s still very noticeable, so this isn’t a manual breast pump you’d want to wear when leaving the house. When finished, we note our findings regarding ease of setup, ease of use, output, portability, and value. If you have larger breasts, it is a good idea to opt for a pump that is compatible with multiple flanges size options.

Ease of use: Take into account how easy it is to clean and assemble the pump before and after each use as well as how easily the milk pours into bottles for use or storage. We also factored in how easy it was to transfer the milk from the pump to a bottle without spillage — a few times, our reviewers did end up crying over spilled milk!With the addition of a special pumping bra, most regular pumps can be turned hands-free, but the benefit of using a hands-free specific pump is that you'll be able to use the pump without any additional pumping bra, and you'll be able to multitask when using it. We had great results when it came to expressing – the soft silicone cushion fitted nicely and offered a good level of (hospital-grade) suction that was both comfortable and effective.

Those that choose to breastfeed will likely be spending hours a day breastfeeding and pumping, which means having the right breast pump for you can make that experience a lot more comfortable and enjoyable. There are many things to think about when pumping, and it can save a lot of trouble down the road if you come up with a plan that works for your particular issues ahead of time. Brown’s wide-neck bottle with a level-1 nipple, a wide-neck cap, and a cleaning brush for when you need to hand-wash the pieces. To further sterilize it, you can place the pump in a pot of boiling water for five minutes before letting it air dry (however, check your pump manufacturer’s guide before you do this).However, the tubes don’t make it any less comfortable (they can be tucked inside your top quite easily for ultimate discretion) and comfort and efficiency are certainly where this product delivers. The protective cups on the flanges can be a little confusing, but once we put it together, we could do it a second time without any struggle or need for the manual. Like the Elvie, it has a smart app for adjusting the speed settings and tracking milk production in real time.