Best Manual Breast Pumps
Medela Harmony
Great hand held pump – This pump is great and easy to use, the handle has 2 different ways to pump to stimulate the milk. I recommend you read how to use it both ways to understand how to get the best out of it!! Show details
Haakaa Silicone
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Pros and cons – I was very excited to buy this breastpump as there was a lot of hype around it. It wasn't until I got it home and used it that I understood how it… Read more
actually worked: it doesn't "pump" at all, but just suctions into your breast to pull the milk out. There is no ability to squeeze it to replicate the way baby sucks as there with powered pumps. As a result, I find it quite uncomfortable to wear especially when my breasts area really full, but that's the only time it works for me. If you are not experiencing a let-down, or the milk doesn't readily come out, then this will not work. Also DON'T LET IT GO! I have had so much precious milk spill after thinking the suction was strong, to then feel it fall off and watch as in show motion the liquid gold spilling everywhere. I don't know if I'd buy this product again... I'd probably use it if it were gifted to me.
Jellie Collect Wearable Breast Pump
A perfect collector - I love knowing it’s safely tucked inside my bra – Super comfy, I tend to use the Jellie most mornings to release some pressure as I make my morning tea - love that I can be hands free. Cleaning is… Read more
easy although I often have to dry with paper towel as some droplets do get held in it.
The suction isn’t super strong so it works really well for me as a collection cup but not so well as a pump - although does better when I regularly recreate the suction
Philips Avent Comfort Manual
Kust perfect for traveling – My partner used this pump on regular basis when were traveling, its easy to use and really compact which is just amazing, not as fast as the electric one but still works great. Show details
Poor suction – I bought this manual breast pump from the sleepstore for the convenience of being able to use it when I’m at work/away from home. Unfortunately, the… Read more
suction was poor and I could only extract a few drops, despite my breasts feeling full. I am back to using my Avent single breast pump. I think I’ll stick to a electric breast pump, better suction, more efficient and greater yield.
Spectra Handy Plus Manual
Hard to use, handle is horrible – I purchased Spectra's electric pumps and absolutely love them. So I thought the manual pump would be great for when I was away from home and needed… Read more
to express milk. Well. This pump is unfortunately quite finicky. The handle falls off and I have to use two hands to make sure it snaps properly into its place. I don't recommend this manual pump and I will be looking into another one. I'm rather sad because I otherwise love Spectra. Their delivery is next level, which is so amazing for the mum dealing with feeding issues!
Haakaa Silicone Milk Collector (Ladybug)
I used to use the regular haakaa to catch the drip on one side while breast feeding, but after needing to use a firm feeding pillow there wasn't… Read more
enough room for it to fit. I read reviews and was unsure about how effective this would be. It works great! I was worried it wouldn't be suctioned enough to catch what I needed for a top up bottle compared to the normal haakaa. It catches nearly the same amount as I get from the regular haakaa (50-70ml). Honestly the ladybug feels a lot more comfortable to wear as well. Also I have no problems cleaning mine or trouble with it staying on.
Milk Mate Silicone Breastmilk Pump
G A M E C H A N G E R – Honestly every mum needs one of these babies. Hands down the best silicon breast pump on the market as I’ve honestly tried them all. Using the milk… Read more
mate, it’s allowed me to donate over 150L to a milk bank which I couldn’t of done it without the aid of it. For mums suffering with low supply, it can almost always help so much! Also super handy for women travelling (super compact) and so easy to use. I know so many ladies who has finished breastfeeding now all wished they had one !
Tommee Tippee Made for Me Manual Breast Pump
Has been so handy for collecting colostrum. Suctions well and easy to clean. Show details
NUK Jolie
Does what it promises – Good manual breast pump, but can be time consuming and difficult to use (as with all breast pumps). Easy to dismantle and clean each part individually, making sterilisation very convenient.
Dear Mika, Thank you for taking the time to review the… Read more