Breast Pump Comparisons

Manual Breast Pumps

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All powered by hand, except for one powered by foot. Naturally, cycling is adjustable because it depends on how fast or slow the user pumps. Piston-type pumps require two hands. Most people would agree that these breast pumps are for occasional use only.

The Medela Harmony, Ameda One-Hand and Avent Isis breast pumps will typically receive 4 or 4.5 stars out of a 5 star rating by breast pump reviewers.

While the VersaPed has not been rated, it is included here because it may be a suitable choice for some mothers who want a non-electric choice that is easy on the hands.   Be wary of very inexpensive manual breast pumps. Price should probably be a clue that performance is not as high. Very cheap manual breast pumps do not usually receive good reviews. See our article: Cheap Breast Pumps.

*Definitions in our Breast Pump Glossary.

Medela Harmony Breast Pump

• Trigger-type* manual breast pump
• Single breast pumping*
• Adjustable vacuum by speed and compression of handle stroke, maximum 240 mmHg*
• 2-phase expression®* by pressing different parts of trigger
• Includes massaging SoftFit* breast shield
• Different size Medela breast shields* available but sold separately
• Shipping weight:0.85 lbs
• Parts to wash*: 5
• Parts to assemble*: 5
  (counting handle as one piece)
• 30 day limited warranty
• Can be purchased online for between $30 - $35

Ameda One-Hand Breast Pump
with or without Flexishield*

• Squeeze-type manual breast pump where the piston is moved by a squeeze of one hand
• Single breast pumping
• Vacuum adjusts by speed and compression of hand,
  maximum 250 mmHg*
• Parts to wash*: 2
• Parts to assemble*: 3
• 90 day limited warranty
• Can be purchased online for between $30 - $35

(Philips) Avent Isis Manual Breast Pump

• Trigger-type* manual breast pump
• Single breast pumping
• Vacuum adjustable by trigger, maximum 200 mmHg*
• Only occasional compressions on the handle needed after achieving let-down.
• Can be used with Avent VIA* sturdy disposable containers.
• Funnel cover* included
• 1 year warranty
• Newer release of this product is BPA-free
• Parts to wash*: 3
• Parts to assemble*: 6
• 1 year warranty
• Can be purchased online for between $30 - 100 depending on accessories

Lansinoh Manual Breast Pump

• Trigger-type* manual breast pump
• Single breast pumping*
• 100% Bisphenol-A (BPA) free
• ComfortSeal flange has a soft edge for comfortable and secure fit
• Flange cover doubles as a bottle stand to prevent tipovers.
• Shipping weight: 0.7 lbs.
• Parts to wash*: 5
• Parts to assemble*: 5
• Can be purchased online for between $27 - $37

VersaPed foot-powered breast pump

• Pumped by foot action - Quiet
• Double breast pumping* or single pumping possible
• To be used with your funnels & tubing from an electric machine or purchase from VersaPed
• Carryall or tote set available with massaging or non-massaging funnels
• Parts to wash*: depends on your kit
• Parts to assemble*: depends on your kit
• starting at $40 from breastpumpmama.com. Click here for more information.

Medela Little Hearts, SpringExpress and PedalPump

*Definitions in our Breast Pump Glossary.

Why are only Medela, Ameda and Avent breast pumps on this web page?

This information was compiled from the manufacturers' websites and telephone contact with the customer service lines, and online retailers of these products. Your corrections to this chart are welcome: please contact us through .

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