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5 Best Breast Pumps of 2021

Written by Kate Torgersen | March 17, 2021

Choosing the right breast pump can make a huge difference in successfully expressing your liquid gold and nursing your baby.

Here are 5 quality pumps that we recommend and may be covered by your health insurance.

Not all pumps are created equal! We also suggest you check out THESE tips from the Breastfeeding USA website on how to choose the right pump before making a decision.

Pump In Style® with MaxFlow™ Breast Pump

Medela Pump In Style with MaxFlow

Price: $249

For a hospital-grade breast pump, look no further than the best-seller Medela Pump In Style with MaxFlow. This high-performing breast pump has an advanced motor vacuum for milk expression that is so efficient and easy to use that it takes the guesswork out of pumping! It’s clinically proven to increase milk volume by 11.8% (based on comparing PersonalFit Plus to PersonalFit data on file), plus it comes with a stylish cooler bag.

Covered Under Insurance? Check HERE

BabyBuddha Double

BabyBuddha Double

Price: $249

If you are looking for a pump that does double duty, then the BabyBuddha Double gets the job done twice as nicely. This pump has a unique stimulation mode that mimics a baby’s suction pattern to increase breast milk production. It’s easy to use, rechargeable, and operates using a convenient trackball to navigate 14 different modes.

Covered Under Insurance? Check HERE

Spectra S1 Plus

Price: $200

The Spectra S1 Plus is often touted as the most loved by moms and lactation consultants under the ‘electric pumps’ category. Not surprising, considering it’s a quiet, light-weight (only 3 lbs) yet mighty machine with a suction power of up to 12 levels (270 mmHg)! We particularly love the minimal parts (for easy cleaning), rechargeable battery, and helpful extras like a nightlight, built-in timer, and a memory function that saves your prior settings.

Covered Under Insurance? Check HERE

Motif Luna

Motif Luna

Price: $259

The preferred pump for busy working moms is the Motif Luna. Sleek on the outside while quiet and high-powered on the inside, it’s the pump that gives you “more milk in less time”. This pump has a simple setup and customization options that let you be in control when adjusting vacuum levels and cycles.

Covered Under Insurance? Check HERE

Willow Pump

Willow Pump

$499

The Willow Pump has redefined pumping with its smart app to track volume, view history, and get personalized tips. It’s the most advanced high-tech pump out there — think no dangling cords and the ability to pump anywhere, discretely and hands-free, because it fits in your bra! Milk flows into the self-sealing and spill-proof disposable storage bag or reusable containers inside the pump.

Covered Under Insurance? Check HERE

How to find your insurance-covered breast milk pump

Whichever pump you decide on, there is a good chance that it’s covered by insurance, thanks to the Affordable Care Act. Just fill in your location and insurance provider HERE to see which products are covered for you!