Choosing a pump
Breast Pump Comparison Chart
Compare 33 insurance-covered breast pumps side by side: suction, settings, battery and cup size. Filter by type, feature or brand, pick up to four to compare, and we will confirm which ones your plan covers.
Compare insurance-covered breast pumps
Every pump below is a closed system, which keeps milk away from the motor for hygienic pumping. Higher suction is not always better, so pick the strength and style that feels right for you. Not sure? Give us a call and we will help you choose.
BabyBuddha
BabyBuddha 3.0
Portable- Max suction315 mmHg
- Settings30 settings, 4 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 60 min
Elvie
Elvie Stride
Wearable- Max suction300 mmHg
- Settings10 levels, 2 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 5 sessions
Eufy
Eufy S1
Wearable- Max suction300 mmHg
- Settings7 levels, 3 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 5 sessions
Eufy
Eufy S1 Pro
Wearable- Max suction300 mmHg
- Settings7 levels, 3 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 120 min
Eufy
Eufy S2
Wearable- Max suction300 mmHg
- Settings10 levels, 4 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 390 min
Eufy
Eufy S2 Pro
Wearable- Max suction300 mmHg
- Settings10 levels, 4 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 390 min
Zomee
Zomee Mother’s Nature H1
Portable- Max suction300 mmHg
- Settings12 levels, 3 modes
- BatteryRechargeable
Zomee
Zomee Mother’s Nature W1
Wearable- Max suction300 mmHg
- Settings12 levels, 4 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 120 min
Zomee
Zomee Z2
Portable- Max suction300 mmHg
- Settings9 levels, 3 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 120 min
Medela
Medela Pump In Style Pro
Standard- Max suction295 mmHg
- Settings16 levels, 2 modes
- BatteryPlug-in only
Momcozy
Momcozy W1
Wearable- Max suction295 mmHg
- Settings12 levels, 4 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 300 min
Willow
Willow Go
Wearable- Max suction295 mmHg
- Settings15 levels, 2 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, up to 8 sessions
Momcozy
Momcozy S12 Pro Quick
Wearable- Max suction292 mmHg
- Settings9 levels, 3 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 240 min
Momcozy
Momcozy M5 Smart
Wearable- Max suction285 mmHg
- Settings9 levels, 3 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 180 min
Lansinoh
Lansinoh DiscreetDuo Flow
Wearable- Max suction280 mmHg
- Settings9 levels, 4 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, up to 200 min
Motif
Motif Aura
Wearable- Max suction280 mmHg
- Settings12 levels, 2 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 120 min
Motif
Motif Aura Glow
Wearable- Max suction280 mmHg
- Settings9 levels, 4 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 90 min
Motif
Motif Luna
Standard- Max suction280 mmHg
- Settings12 levels, 2 modes
- BatteryPlug-in only
Motif
Motif Luna with Battery
Portable- Max suction280 mmHg
- Settings12 levels, 2 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 240 min
Zomee
Zomee Fit
Wearable- Max suction280 mmHg
- Settings4 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 150 min
Spectra
Spectra S1 Plus
Portable- Max suction270 mmHg
- Settings12 levels, 2 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 180 min
Spectra
Spectra S2 Plus
Standard- Max suction270 mmHg
- Settings12 levels, 2 modes
- BatteryPlug-in only
Spectra
Spectra Synergy Gold
Standard- Max suction270 mmHg
- Settings15 levels, 2 modes
- BatteryPlug-in only
Ardo
Ardo Melia
Wearable- Max suction260 mmHg
- Settings15 levels, 2 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 135 min
Spectra
Spectra S9 Plus
Portable- Max suction260 mmHg
- Settings10 levels, 2 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 150 min
Ameda
Ameda Mya Joy
Standard- Max suction250 mmHg
- Settings18 levels, 2 modes
- BatteryPlug-in or AA batteries
Evenflo
Evenflo Advanced
Standard- Max suction250 mmHg
- SettingsNot listed
- BatteryPlug-in or AA batteries
Medela
Medela Sonata
Portable- Max suction250 mmHg
- SettingsNot listed
- BatteryRechargeable, about 60 min
Medela
Medela Freestyle Hands-free
Wearable- Max suction245 mmHg
- Settings9 levels, 2 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 120 min
Willow
Willow 360
Wearable- Max suction245 mmHg
- Settings7 levels, 2 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, up to 5 sessions
Elvie
Elvie Pump
Wearable- Max suction220 mmHg
- Settings7 levels, 2 modes
- BatteryRechargeable, about 150 min
Ardo
Ardo Alyssa
Portable- Max suctionNot listed
- SettingsNot listed
- BatteryRechargeable
Lansinoh
Lansinoh Smartpump 3.0
Standard- Max suctionNot listed
- Settings8 levels, 3 modes
- BatteryPlug-in, optional battery pack
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Side by side
Specifications come from the manufacturers and can change between model revisions. Battery life, weight, and included accessories vary by kit. This chart is a guide, not medical advice. The pumps available to you depend on your insurance plan and state.
Which pump is best?
- Plug-in pump for home
- Spectra S2 Plus: up to 270 mmHg, 12 levels, a night light, timer and a 2-year warranty. Or the Medela Pump In Style Pro at 295 mmHg with 16 levels.
- Portable with a battery
- Spectra S1 Plus, the S2 with about 180 minutes of battery. The Motif Luna with Battery runs about 240 minutes.
- Strongest suction
- BabyBuddha 3.0 at 315 mmHg with 30 settings and 4 modes.
- Strongest wearable
- 300 mmHg: Elvie Stride, eufy S1 Pro, eufy S2 and Zomee W1.
- Biggest wearable cups
- Momcozy S12 Pro Quick, 7 oz per cup.
- Quietest
- Elvie Pump, rated at 32 dB by Elvie and worn fully in your bra.
- Flat or inverted nipples
- Zomee Fit, with a Nipple Correction mode.
- $0 on every plan we bill
- Zomee Z2, Ameda Mya Joy, and the wearable Zomee Fit, Zomee W1 and Lansinoh DiscreetDuo Flow had no upgrade fee on any plan we checked in October 2026.
Plug-in, portable or wearable?
- Plug-in (Standard)
- A tabletop double pump that runs on wall power. Bigger motors and bottles, the go-to for pumping at home. Spectra S2 Plus, Medela Pump In Style Pro, Motif Luna.
- Portable
- A tabletop or handheld pump with a built-in battery, so you can pump in the car, at work or on the couch. Spectra S1 Plus, Zomee Z2, BabyBuddha 3.0.
- Wearable
- The motor sits in cups inside your bra, with no tubes or cords. Hands-free and discreet, with smaller cups (4 to 7 oz per side). Elvie, Willow, eufy, Momcozy, Zomee Fit.
How to read the breast pump comparison chart
- Max suction
- The strongest pull the maker lists, in mmHg. The pumps on this chart range from 220 to 315 mmHg. Comfort matters more than the top number: most moms pump below the max.
- Settings
- Suction levels and modes. Pumps start in a fast massage mode to start letdown, then switch to a slower expression mode.
- Battery
- Minutes per charge as the maker states it, or sessions per charge when that is all they publish.
- Milk capacity
- Per side: bottle size for tabletop pumps, cup size for wearables. Open Compare to see it.
- Closed system
- Every pump on this chart is a closed system, so a barrier keeps milk out of the tubing and motor.
Tick Compare on two to four pumps for a side-by-side table with capacity, warranty and what makes each one stand out. Use the Brand menu to compare one maker’s pumps, like all the Spectra or eufy models.
Popular breast pump comparisons
The matchups moms ask us about most, with the maker’s numbers side by side.
Spectra S1 vs Spectra S2
| Spec | Spectra S1 Plus | Spectra S2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Max suction | 270 mmHg | 270 mmHg |
| Settings | 12 levels, 2 modes | 12 levels, 2 modes |
| Power | Battery, about 180 min | Plug-in only |
| Warranty | 2 years | 2 years |
Same pump, same suction and settings. The S1 Plus adds a rechargeable battery, so pick it if you will pump away from an outlet. The S2 Plus suits pumping at home.
Zomee Z2 vs Spectra S1
| Spec | Zomee Z2 | Spectra S1 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Max suction | 300 mmHg | 270 mmHg |
| Settings | 9 levels, 3 modes | 12 levels, 2 modes |
| Battery | About 120 min | About 180 min |
| Pump weight | Under 16 oz | 48 oz |
| Warranty | 3 years | 2 years |
Both are rechargeable double pumps. The Zomee Z2 is lighter, pulls harder and has a longer warranty, plus an alternating 2-Phase mode. The Spectra S1 Plus runs longer per charge and has finer level steps.
Medela Pump In Style Pro vs Spectra S2
| Spec | Medela Pump In Style Pro | Spectra S2 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Max suction | 295 mmHg | 270 mmHg |
| Settings | 16 levels, 2 modes | 12 levels, 2 modes |
| Pump weight | 19.7 oz | 42 oz |
| Warranty | 1 year | 2 years |
Both are plug-in double pumps with 5 oz bottles. The Pump In Style Pro is lighter with more levels and a Symphony-like pattern. The Spectra S2 Plus has a night light, timer and a longer warranty.
Zomee H1 vs Spectra S1
| Spec | Zomee H1 | Spectra S1 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Max suction | 300 mmHg | 270 mmHg |
| Settings | 12 levels, 3 modes | 12 levels, 2 modes |
| Motors | Two, one per side | One |
| Warranty | 4 years | 2 years |
The Zomee H1 uses dual motors, so you can set each side’s suction and speed on its own, and it has the longest warranty on the chart. The Spectra S1 Plus is the familiar pick with about 180 minutes of battery.
Ameda Mya Joy vs Spectra S1
| Spec | Ameda Mya Joy | Spectra S1 Plus |
|---|---|---|
| Max suction | 250 mmHg | 270 mmHg |
| Settings | 18 levels, 2 modes | 12 levels, 2 modes |
| Power | Plug-in or 4 AA batteries | Rechargeable, about 180 min |
| Pump weight | 8.2 oz | 48 oz |
The Ameda Mya Joy is tiny, has the most levels of any plug-in pump here, and runs on AA batteries when there is no outlet. The Spectra S1 Plus has more suction and a built-in rechargeable battery.
eufy S1 Pro vs eufy S2 Pro
| Spec | eufy S1 Pro | eufy S2 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Max suction | 300 mmHg | 300 mmHg |
| Settings | 7 levels, 2 modes | 10 levels, 4 modes |
| Battery | About 120 min | About 390 min |
| Extras | Warming, 5-day charging case | Massage, warming, wireless charging case |
Same suction. The S2 Pro adds vibration massage, more modes and roughly three times the battery. The S1 Pro keeps warming and the charging case in a simpler pump. Want them without the case? See the eufy S1 and eufy S2.
Elvie Stride vs Elvie Pump
| Spec | Elvie Stride | Elvie Pump |
|---|---|---|
| Max suction | 300 mmHg | 220 mmHg |
| Settings | 10 levels, 2 modes | 7 levels, 2 modes |
| Design | Light cups, motor hub on your waistband | All in your bra, 32 dB |
| Battery | About 5 sessions | About 150 min |
The Elvie Stride has more suction and lighter cups because the motor clips to your waistband. The Elvie Pump is fully in-bra, very quiet, and stops when the bottle is full.
Willow Go vs Willow 360
| Spec | Willow Go | Willow 360 |
|---|---|---|
| Max suction | 295 mmHg | 245 mmHg |
| Settings | 15 levels, 2 modes | 7 levels, 2 modes |
| Collects into | Reusable 5 oz containers | Spill-proof 4 oz bags |
| Battery | Up to 8 sessions | Up to 5 sessions |
The Willow Go pulls harder, holds more and needs no milk bags. The Willow 360 pumps into sealed bags, so you can pump lying down or leaning over without spills.
Momcozy M5 vs Momcozy S12 Pro
| Spec | Momcozy M5 Smart | Momcozy S12 Pro Quick |
|---|---|---|
| Max suction | 285 mmHg | 292 mmHg |
| Cup size | 5.4 oz | 7 oz |
| Battery | About 180 min | About 240 min |
| App control | Yes | No |
Both have 9 levels and 3 modes. The S12 Pro Quick has bigger cups, a longer battery and only 4 parts to wash. The M5 Smart is lighter and adds app control.
Breast pump comparison questions
What is the best breast pump?
There is no single best pump, only the best one for how you will pump. For most sessions at home, a double electric pump like the Spectra S2 Plus or Medela Pump In Style Pro. If you pump at work or on the go, a portable like the Spectra S1 Plus or Zomee Z2, or a wearable like the Elvie Stride or eufy S2. Filter the chart by type to narrow it down.
Which breast pump has the strongest suction?
The BabyBuddha 3.0, at 315 mmHg. Among wearables, the Elvie Stride, eufy S1, S1 Pro, S2 and S2 Pro, and Zomee W1 all reach 300 mmHg. These are the makers’ published maximums.
Is higher suction better in a breast pump?
Not always. Pumping should never hurt, and most moms pump comfortably below a pump’s max. A good fit, the right flange size and a comfortable rhythm matter more than the highest number.
Is a wearable or a regular breast pump better?
It depends on your day. Wearables fit in your bra, so you can pump hands-free while you work or drive, but their cups hold 4 to 7 oz. Tabletop pumps have bigger motors and 5 to 6 oz bottles, so many moms use one for their main sessions at home.
What is the difference between the Spectra S1 and S2?
The battery. Both have 270 mmHg, 12 levels and 2 modes, a night light and timer. The S1 Plus has a rechargeable battery that runs about 180 minutes; the S2 Plus plugs into the wall.
Is Medela or Spectra better?
Both make excellent double electric pumps. The Medela Pump In Style Pro has more suction (295 mmHg), 16 levels and weighs about half as much. The Spectra S2 Plus and S1 Plus have a 2-year warranty, a night light and a timer. The S1 Plus also has a battery.
Which breast pumps does insurance cover?
Under the Affordable Care Act, most health plans cover a breast pump with each pregnancy. Every pump on this chart is one we can get through insurance, but which models your plan covers, and whether a premium pump has an upgrade fee, depends on your plan. We check yours in about two minutes when you start an order.
Can I get a wearable breast pump through insurance?
Yes. Many plans cover a wearable, sometimes with an upgrade fee. The Zomee Fit, Zomee W1 and Lansinoh DiscreetDuo Flow had no upgrade fee on any plan we checked in October 2026. You see any fee before you order.
What does mmHg mean on a breast pump?
Millimeters of mercury, the unit for suction strength. The higher the number, the stronger the pump can pull at its top setting.
What is a closed-system breast pump?
A pump with a barrier between the milk and the motor, so milk cannot get into the tubing or pump. Every pump on this chart is a closed system.
Which breast pump is the quietest?
The Elvie Pump, which Elvie rates at 32 dB. It sits fully in your bra with no tubes, so it is a favorite for pumping at work or on calls.
Which breast pump is best for working moms?
Look for a battery or a wearable. The Spectra S1 Plus and Motif Luna with Battery run 3 to 4 hours per charge for desk sessions. Wearables like the Willow Go, eufy S2 or Momcozy S12 Pro Quick let you pump hands-free between meetings.
Where do the specs on this chart come from?
From each manufacturer’s published specs and manuals, checked in October 2026. Where a maker does not publish a number, the chart says “Not listed.” Models change, so check the product page for the latest details.
Found one you like?
Start your order and we will confirm your coverage in about two minutes, then handle the paperwork with your insurance and doctor.