Closed Systems

A closed system pump has a barrier or filter between the milk collection kit and the pump mechanism to prevent contamination by bacteria, mold, or viruses. Getting new flanges, tubes, and filters insures your pump is clean and ready to go if not brand new. It also helps the motor have a long happy life. These pumps usually have a longer warranty and last around 2 years with continuous daily use.

Open Systems

In an open system the air (and anything that gets into the tubing) flows freely from the motor to your milk. It is NOT possible to completely sterilize the inside of an open system pump, you would have to take it completely apart and even then there are parts you can’t clean. These particles can also cause motor malfunction. Which is why these pumps tend to burn out in 6 months to 1 year of continuous daily use.

Closed system Pumps

Medela Symphony: These are the yellow pumps you are used to seeing in the hospital or NICU. Comes with a parts kit specific to the Symphony. 50-250 mmHg

Medela Sonota: Smaller “smart” pump that connects to your phone. Has specific parts unique to the Sonota to make it the only Medela brand closed system.Double electric pump with two phase expression (let down button) and fit flex breast flanges for comfort. 250 mmHg

Spectra S1: The blue kettle bell shaped pump. This one has a rechargeable battery so you don’t need to plug in all the time. 50-270 mmHg

Spectra S2: Same as the S1 but pink and is NOT equipped with the battery, so it has to be be plugged in for use. 50-270 mmHg

Spectra Synergy Gold: Same great pump as the S1 & S2 but with advanced technology and dual motors so you can adjust each side independently!! #nomoreslackerboob 50- 270 mmHg/side

Spectra 9: Spectra’s tiny compact pump that fits in your pocket. 50-260 mmHg

Freemie Independence: The freemie is a small quiet pump attached to breast shaped collection cups that fit in your bra. 10-280 mmHg

Willow: Completely wireless pump made to fit into your bra to pump in any position. Bag system is completely leak proof and holds 4-5 oz per bag. 60-245 mmHg

Elvie: Also a completely wireless pump that fits into your bra. This pump has reusable collection cups built in and holds 5 oz per side. 40-220 mmHg

Ameda Maya: Ameda’s hockey puck shaped quiet pump. 280 mmHg

Motif Luna: is a lightweight (2#) pump about the size of a dessert plate. It’s whisper quiet and is great at getting milk volume out in a short amount of time. 40-280 mmHg

Motif Duo or Twist: The duo is Motif’s handheld model and the Twist is their hockey puck sized pump which plugs into the wall for power. Both are great for quiet discret pumping sessions. 30-250 mmHg

Ameda Finesse: is the Iconic white and teal pump from Ameda. Has two spots on top to hold your milk bottles to prevent spilling after pumping. 250 mmHg

Lansinoh Smartpump: Is a gentle suction pump that can connect to your phone. 220 mmHg

Lansinoh Signature: Same as the Smartpump without the phone compatibility. It is dessert plate shaped with a backlit LCD display. 220 mmHg

Evenflo Double Electric: is a very basic pump with on/off and suction control buttons only. It has a spot to place your pump bottles when you are done so they don’t tip over. 250 mmHg

Open System Pumps

Medela Pump In Style: Most popular pump, frequently handed out by insurance companies. 235 mmHg

Medela Freestyle: Small compact pump you can wear on you hip. Uses standard Medela flanges. 250 mmHg

Medela Swing: Hockey puck shaped compact pump. Uses standard Medela flanges.50-250 mmHg

Manual Pumps

Medela Harmony: is a 2 lever style pump, one for initiating let down and the bigger one for longer pulls. Its silent and small enough to fit in your purse for date night pumping. 250 mmHg

Lansinoh Manual: is another 2 lever style pump with a stimulation lever and a expression lever. It comes with two different size soft shell flanges and has an ergonomic lever so your hand doesn’t get as tired. 250 mmHg

Hakka: is not technically a pump, more of a milk catcher. It requires no hand work other than to simply put it on the breast to create a suction. It will collect any milk that flows out. Perfect for catching those let down drips when baby is nursing!

Phillips Advent: A third type of lever style pump with a textured massage cushion built into the flange. Only compatible with wide mouth bottles. 128 mmHg

NUK Expressive: Lever style pump. Best for larger breasts due to it’s large silicone breast flange. Equipped with adjustable speed and suction of the hand pump.