Medela Pump In Style Advanced

A real life saver for a Mum pumping regularly – I started out with the Medela Swing and the plan to pump only ad hoc as needed, but when I had issues with my baby latching and was spending 30-60 minutes pumping each session, time I couldn't spare once my husband went back to work, I began looking for a faster solution. After researching extensively I bought the The Pump In Style Advanced… Read more

and I couldn't recommend it enough. I'm getting more volume as a hospital grade pump, have the confidence that the strength of the pump will maintain my supply, and the ability to do both sides simultaneously means I'm done in 10 minutes and back to focusing on my baby. A real lifesaver.

Edit: After writing this review I've received a few queries about where to buy & power converters so have come back to add this info -

Check out US Amazon to purchase, as at the time of writing this review I don't believe this is available for purchase in Australia anymore. Not sure why as it is excellent.

Make sure you order a power adaptor as well. The pump will not work properly just plugged in to our power with a travel/plug adaptor - you need something to actually convert the power to our voltage.

To get delivered to Australia, there are services which provide a US Postal address and forward you the package i.e. Australia Post have started this service. If you google it you'll find a few options. There is a cost involved but was worth it for me, as this is my first baby and hoping for a few more who I will also use this for.

I haven't included any links as these will change from time to time, or voltage info as I'm no expert, but Google will give you the rest of the answers. Hope this helps!

Best investment ever – I bought this pump 7 yrs ago straight after having my first baby. Having used the hospital pump which was a Medela pump I didn't think twice about looking at other brands. This pump is like the range rover of breast pumps. It really delivered in performance and efficiency. I had to go back to work when my first bubs was only 3 months and was… Read more

allowed to pump 2x a day at work. I was worried about taking too much time, but with this pump it only took me 10 minutes and I got a lot.

A year ago, I had my 2nd baby and out came the pump again, still performing at its best. Again the pump delivered what I needed. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this pump to any new mother or anyone looking for a really good, reliable pump. Super easy to set-up, easy to wash equipment, easy to store milk bottles that you can attach teats to. It also operates on batteries, should you plan to go somewhere where there is no access to power and it also comes with a hand-pump. What else can you ask for! Expensive, but well worth it!

Expensive but worth every penny and more! – I purchased the Medela Pump In Style after I found out that my son was unable to latch properly. I was determined to feed him my breastmilk since I had milk but after trying an Avent single pump, I was keen to get a double pump to (a) increase my supply and (b) reduce the time taken to express. I picked the Medela Pump In Style after reading the… Read more

outstanding reviews on Product review and other review websites. I found out that the Pump In Style is no longer supplied by Medela Australia so I purchased it through Amazon from the US for around $260 USD ($350 USD including postage).

The minute I started using it, my supply increased and I found that instead of expressing for 40 mins (20 each side) I only had to pump for 15-20 minutes because I could do both sides at once. Because it is a hospital grade pump and because it is designed for mothers who are solely expressing, I think it has been designed to be very efficient. At my peak, using the pump I was able to express over 1 litre a day.

There were a few down sides to the pump:

- the AC adapter cannot be used in Australia as our frequency is different from the US so I had to use the portable battery pack - to save money, I bought rechargeable AA batteries x 8 and this worked perfectly but was an added extra cost I was not expecting

- the pump motor broke at around 6 months, but Medela US was happy to replace the entire thing within my warranty (however they do not post outside the US so I had to get them to post to a friend in the US who then sent it to me) - the Medela customer service team are so helpful and friendly that I didn't find dealing with them difficult and they sorted out the problem very promptly

If I had given up and decided to go to formula, I calculated that it would end up costing a lot more than the cost of the pump so despite the upfront cost of buying this pump, in the long run it saved me money and it was also the best option for my baby. I'm so glad that I made the decision to get the pump! efficient (cut down the time taken to express), increased my milk supply, able to be used for sole expressing mine broke down but customer service was great so not really a problem as it was replaced under the warranty, if you purchase an overseas model it may not be able to be used in Australia due to differencesin frequency and voltages

Very easy to use and clean – I got given a Medela Pump in Style Advanced. At the beginning the baby was having trouble latching and I had to pump all the time. It was not able to pump my milk because I was very full. In the end I had to see a lactation consultant who told me that I shouldn't use the double pump, and should just focus on pumping one side. After my supply… Read more

started to settle, this worked quite well. I would be interested in trying other brands though. It's easy to travel with and maintain.

Most lactating mothers can't live would this – Use for 1 year. Good use bilateral and good suction so more breastfeeding milk in a 15 minute period. Easy clean with soap and water. I would definitely use this product again. Travelling with this product is also easy to consealm looked like a computer bag. Also can store other needs in the bag.

Awesome pump - makes expressing a lot easier – I never usually right reviews but I've tried other pumps and found this to be far be superior. I usually only need to pump for around 5 -10 minutes and can get up to 200mls in this time. I highly recommend this pump. It is comfortable to use and would recommend this to anyone looking to express either regularly or occasionally. 10/10!

not good for the baby – I have been trying to breastfeed my almost 3 months baby for hours and it is most the frustration he is and I am than the solution I was expecting. not easy to breastfeed the baby. I wouldn't use this product again ever, it upsets the baby without any results

Good pump but not the best – Used the Medela Breastpump for a few months until I decided to look into a new one because it eventually started hurting my nipples. The suction on the Medela has a strong rough pull and it really hurt to the point where I didn't even want to pump anymore (but I kept going). On positive note the pump is easy to clean, maintain and travel with.

OK – I really like this pump, I just wished that the 2 phase switch worked better. The backpack is great and its easy to carry around when you need it in other places than home. It pumps really well, as good as the hospital pump and easy to pack up and take wherever you like with everything you need. Like others have said, the 2 phase switch does not… Read more

work properly and needs to be turned on and off again and again in order to get it to switch to the second phase which can be annoying

13 years old and still going strong!! – This pump is being used by the second generation of breast feeders in our family. It’s 13 years old and I did have to purchase all new tubing bottle connector ect only because of use and age and it works like a new purchase.  Show details

Essential! – This was given as a gift and is used about 3-4 times per day. Easy to pack up and bring to grandparents house or to work to pump at lunch time. Easy to cart around and relatively discreet with the tote bag style. Pocket to store the tubes when not in use and extra room inside the bag for whatever else needs to be brought (wallet, phone, bottles etc).

Excellent product – This Medela breast pump is Simple to use and very easy to clean, I bought it for one of my daughters who had mastitis and now uses it all the time so hubby can feed child with a bottle, will buy it again for my other two daughters when they have their own children.

Excellent Pump! – I have now had this pump for almost five years and it's great! I can empty both breasts in seven minutes with little to no pain and discomfort. I have used other pumps before and never been as successful as this one. The accessories are great, parts are easy to come by (but somewhat expensive) and I love that I can pump, store and feed all from… Read more

the same bottle. All four of my children favoured the Medela teats, so it was a win win situation all round. Using it as a double pump can make you feel somewhat like a jersey cow, but I think that's a small price to pay when you take into consideration the ease of use. Easy to use, reliable, comfortable.

I can read a mag while I pump...bliss! – I bought this pump prior to having our second child after only having a manual with our first. We are now expecting baby number 4 and I cannot wait to start stock piling the breast milk! It is the easiest and most efficient system to use. Being able to pump from both breasts simultaneously meant I could express whenever it suited me as it only… Read more

took around 15minutes, and with the push of a button I could manage my own the letdown meaning no discomfort. Coming in a handy and discreet backpack has meant I have been able to take it to work and express quickly and effectively with minimal disruption. It also comes with a cooler bag, ice brick and extra bottles (all that fit snug in the back pack) meaning you can keep your milk cool without having to pop it in the fridge, a big bonus if you are not in the most conducive work environment. Efficiency, effectiveness and freedom

Excellent – I used this several times a day and loved it. Don't know how I could survive with out it. I went back to work when bub was 4.5mths and breastfed / expressed till she was almost 10mths. Would absolutely reccommend. It can be pricey, I got mine from www.soulmothers.com.au on sale for about $400. I haven't had any problems, discouloration wasn't an… Read more

issue for me and I am keeping mine until I have my next child. Electric, dual pump, Hands free with a bit of imagination (ie. pull your bra up over the breast sheilds sit back and read a mag!) quick to express and it's fairly discrete in the backpack. Cooler bag is great too.

Wish I'd found it sooner - brilliant, quick, comfortable, efficient... But pricey – I loved this pump. When I first started pumping I began with a single basic hand pump, then upgraded to the electric version of it. When the motor blew after only a few months of daily use I was lent the Medela Pump in Style Advanced. Couldn't believe the differencce! So comfortable, so quick, so efficient. What a liberation. I've used it a… Read more

few times a day for about four months now and feel I should return it to it's rightful owner to on-lend. I'll be buying my own to keep! The price is a real off-putter, but on the other hand I can't imagine a better pump, so really it's a bargain. Now to find the actual money...

Would absoultely recommend it. Reliable, efficient, comfortable, fast, portable, quiet Expensive

Good – If you don't want to spend over $2k for the symphony this is great value at around $400-$500. Overall I really like this especially if you are going to make good use of it. I think paying that extra couple of hundred instead more and get this instead of the electric hand pump. Pumps very similar to hospital grade medela symphony. Does pretty much… Read more

the same job. Comes in a back pack with handy cooler for individual bottle coolers for expressed milk. Can be used either as single pumping or double pump action. Can be operated with 4x AA batteries. Its just abit noisier than medela symphony. Other than that its great.

Good – I've not experienced a problem with let down that others have mentioned. I bought this pump to replace avent isis I had last baby. Have found it to be slightly better due to 2 boob function. I really like the breast cups - soft plastic is comfortable. I wish I had this last time as I expressed more then than I have this time. Portable, quiet,… Read more

backpack, parts readily available, strong pump - but adjustable for times when you have sore boobs etc. Fast & convenient (2 boobs at once is fab option). FAST. Bit pricey, but worth it if you are expressing daily.

Excellent – i used this pump for 15 months every 3 hours and it is still going strong. currently packed up in case bub 2 decides to not breast feed too. pricey to start with but cheaper than formula in the long run and better for bub as well. if you are a committed mum looking for the best to pump out the best food for your bub this is it!!!! i was so happy with it!!!! easy to use, double pump, very portable liked everything

Excellent – A good quality tool for serious breast milk pumping. Keeps its value for resale. Bottles can only be sterilised by boiling or using the Milton bleach system, which eventually clouds the plastic. This has everything you would need if you are regularly expressing breast milk. It all fits quite tightly into the back back but there is really no room… Read more

to store anthing else. It is a very powerful and effecitve pump which can be used as a single or twin pump. the insulator bag is handy if you are working and expressing milk to take home. It can be resold after use to recoup some of your cost. It is relatively heavy. The initial investment is quite high so I would only buy it if you have a need for daily expressing.

Just like hospital pumps – I've bought my pump before my daughter was born w the intention of using it when i went back to work. it's been 4 weeks since DD was born and having a tongue tie I've had to rely on this pump to keep breastfeeding her. I've used the medela symphony in hospital and to me this pump works just as well.  Show 2 replies

Excellent – I paid more for my pump than I did for any other simgle baby product. I used it for 5 months with my first. I upgraded to the soft shields when I had my second and pumped daily after returning to work for 12 months with my second baby. I have used it quite successfully whilst siting at my desk at work, double pumping and maanged to avoid any… Read more

comps with formula for my second daughter...she went straight to cow's milk when she was ready.

I really love my breast pump, and am very happy with the purchase. There is an attachment that connects to the cigarette light of a car, so I could use it whilst travelling for work without going through too many batterires.

The battery transformer stopper after approximately 14 months of use, but a replacement was delivered tome (in remote NSW) from Melbourne and I received it within 3 days.

I have attached all makes of narrow neck bottles to it, so Idon't have to decant milk when I get home, I just put the new supply straight into the deep freeze. There is no room for anything else in the pack after you get the cooler bag and the shields in the top.

Excellent – If you are going back to work or bottle feeding this is a must have purchase that is worth every penny! Got this when I went back to work, what a difference from the manual pump! I am now pumping enough for the whole day in only two sessions. Light rucksack I can pack everything in the night before and an ice block that keeps milk cold all day. … Read more

Adjustable suction strength means no pain. I,t is so quick, I get 100-150 mls in 15 mins so I can still pump quickly in between meetings if I have a busy day.

Excellent – This is a great pump. I used it on the go and it worked great for me. I think it is value for money. Highly recommended. I give this 5 stars. Great for expressing milk several times a day. Affordable. Pump one or both sides. Easy to clean. Adjustable speeds and suctions.

Excellent – I had another brand and had nothing but problems with reliability. Warranty claims and not being able to use the product that I purchased. I but the bullet and spent a few extra dollars on this Medela Pump in style and have not looked back. It has been reliable, easy to use and allows me to express very quickly. I recommend other new… Read more

mums do their research and make sure you do not pick a product based on price alone.

I highly recommend ! 2 phase expression, can express very quickly - easy to use.

Excellent – If you need to express - this is a great pump that is portable, easy to use, quiet, efficient and most importantly comfortable! This is a brilliant pump. My bub was in hospital for a month so I needed to express every 3 hours. Being able to take the pump with me was a life saver - for me and the baby. The double pump allows maximum expressing. It… Read more

is quiet and very comfortable. The cooler bag is a little extra that we found really useful as we transported the milk between home and hospital. The different levels mean you start softer and increase intensity as you become use to expressing. I also loved the battery pack - there were many times I had to express in the car or at some-ones house and not needing to find a power outlet was excellent! It is expensive but I am still using it and my bub is 8 months old. The plastic lines can get a little mould built up if moisture gets in so I make sure I run it for a few minutes once I'm finished to dry them out.

Good – This pump is very easy to operate and makes expressing relatively easy. Not sure if I needed the double pump in the end though (could have got a Swing) because I tend to express one side at a time. Will be more useful when I return to work though. Quiet, portable and easy to use. Love the backpack, makes it easy to express anywhere and comes with… Read more

most the necessary accessories (bottles, hand pump etc). Electric or battery operated. 2 phase expression mimics baby behaviour (faster at beginning and then slower and stronger in 2nd phase). 2nd phase expression does not work properly (you press this button when let down happens to move to phase 2).

Excellent – Worth every cent. Highly recommended!!! Fantastic for increasing your milk supply or for freezing your breastmilk. Nothing else compares, dont waste your money or your time on a hand held pump or a mini electric. If you want something that works and is efficient and easy to use, this is the pump for you. Quick and efficient - works like magic! It is just as good as the hospital grade ones as it has the same motor.

Excellent – I used it for 3months, 6-7 feeds a day every feed for 20 minutes. It lasted without issue and now friends have borrowed it. I LOVED it and am so glad I did not hire one. TIPS: - Clean the water/condensation out of the tubes by leaving it on for a few minutes after you use it. - One handed use: Forearm on or over, the bottom of one pump and… Read more

and hand of the same arm on the other.

- Take it out of the bag and set up up somewhere comfy.

- By a second set of bottles! This was so so helpful if you are using it for every feed! So efficient! It meant 15-20 minutes, instead of 40 minutes. Soooo portable. Comfy on the boob. Not too noisy. Took me a little while to work out how I could do it one handed and type on my computer! Hehe! One nipple got a bit sore, but I just had it up too high, too quickly. It is expensive but resale value is good if you sell it straight away on Ebay.

Excellent – I cannot rave enough about this pump! Whilst in hospital I used an electric pump to help with my milk supply, and I had waiting at home another brands hand pump. I tried the hand pump in hospital and it was terrible. So when I got home I returned the hand pump, hired a hospital pump and did some research and read that this was the best you could… Read more

get aside from the hospital pumps. It is very comfortable, there is a dial that you can adjust so that the pumping doesn't hurt which is fantastic - some days are more sensitive than others! The two phase expression is designed to start fast to stimulate to get the milk flowing and then slows down. It is so quick and being a double pump it allowed me to express in 20 mins, and I know with a single hand pump I'd be there for a lot longer. Another important thing for me was that the Medela products are BPA free. It is expensive, but I was able to purchase one at a Toys R Us sale for $200 off. So keep an eye out! Electric, double pump, comfortable, AC Adapter, two-phase expression, doesn't make a lot of noise, comes with a cooler bag and some bottles (BPA Free) and handy backpack that it all packs away into and can take with you if required. . Tubes that connect pumps to unit could be a little longer.

Unit can be taken out of backpack but the unit is not completely sealed - the backpack is designed to seal it at the back. Worry about dust so left in backpack.

Excellent – I have been expressing for 8 months (can't get bub to take formula) and there is no way that I would have been able to do it without this pump. Love it, love it love it. Easy to use. Take it anywhere.

Excellent – Absolutely the best available on the domestic market for home use, it performs as good as if not better than the hospital grade machines. I would have no hesitation in recommending this pump to any mum who needs one. Everything about this unit is great, it looks great, its easy to use, and most importantly it works. None, well maybe a bit pricey but quality always is.

Excellent – Fantastic unit, it is not that bulky as their product photo, you can actually take out the motor unit (still has its own material casing, and closes with Velcro) and its quite small. I've used a Medela Mini electric pump before I purchased this Pump In Style, it is way better. It is quite pricy but if money is not an issue go straight to it. Loved… Read more

everything about this pump. I had very little milk supply before I tried this pump, and after using it for a month, the milk supply increased by miles. If you do take it out and about to somewhere there is no powerpoint, the battery pack requires quite a lot of batteries. Quite pricy.

Excellent – The best you can get! 2 phase expression. I expressed all my feeds full time and was very happy. Perhaps other brands may have pieces that look a little nicer, but if you are after results and easy clean up, this is for you without a doubt. Parts/accessories are readily available. All in self contained backpack is discreet and very organised.… Read more

Highly recommended! Very well designed, robust as based on hospital "Symphony" quite simply effective. Simple parts = simple cleaning. Expensive at about $500.00 (You get what you pay for)

Excellent – My baby was born premature and I pumped for him every 4 hours using a Medela Lactina Hospital Grade Pump that I hired from the Chemist. And this expressor is just as good as that. I still express to keep up my supply, for breakfast cereal milk and for occasional bottles. After using such a good double pumping system for so long there was no way… Read more

I could go to a slow single pump system so I splurged and got this. I found it just as good for expressing as the Latina and far more portable as the Pump In Style will run on batteries which is great when needing to express away from the home. The best on the market. Can be used to express every 4 hours. Allows double pumping saving valuable time. Portable so can pump anywhere, any time. Just as good as a Lactina hopsital grade pump Expensive but you get what you pay for.