While breastfeeding is the most natural way to feed our babies, for a lot of mothers out there, it’s painful, time consuming and often for a lot of women, it’s just not possible.
For mothers who have decided to breastfeed, an electric pump will maximise the amount of milk you can express in a shorter amount of time.
An electric breast pump can be a godsend for mothers just returning to work, especially when they’re going to be away from their babies for lengths of time during the day. It’s also nice to just give mum a break sometimes and allows others to feed the baby.
So if you’re in the market for a breast pump to make life a little bit easier, we’ve rounded up some of the best single and double electric breast pumps on the market, suitable for all mothers on every budget.
Best electric breast pumps 2019
1. Ardo Calypso Single Electric Breast Pump
The Ardo Calypso is a great all round, single electric breast pump and was voted Best Breast Pump of the Year 2018 by Mumsnet.
The powerful pump has a whopping 64 combinations of different speed and suction capabilities – ideal for mums who need to stimulate milk production.
One of the most talked about features of this particular model is how silent it is. When pumping, you’d like to at least be able to do it somewhat discreetly – especially if you aren’t in your most comfortable setting.
Price: £124.99, Argos – buy here now
2. Bellababy Dual Suction Electric Breast Pump
This dual suction electric breast pump from Bellababy is a practical and affordable contender to keep an eye on if you’re concerned about value for money.
The Bellababy has soft silicone petal cushions, which are designed to emulate the rhythm of a feeding baby, enabling you to express milk in as most comfort as possible.
Four modes and nine different suction levels allow you to find the perfect level for your body and your needs. It also comes with 10 milk storage bags and two storage bag adapter clips – so you can express milk straight into a storage bag without, you know, crying over spilt milk.
Price: £40.99, Amazon – buy here now
3. Medela Swing Maxi Flex 2-Phase Double Electric Breast Pump
It’s a pricey breast pump, with great all round reviews and some amazing qualities that will help you understand why it’s priced the way it is.
Leading experts in the field Medela, use two phase expression technology to help you and your baby get the most out of the experience. A PersonalFit Flex breast shield adapts to your body and therefore allows the breast pump to express in the most comfortable and efficient way.
According the Medela, with this breast pump you can get around 18% more expressed milk than with single expressing.
You can also switch easily between single and double pumping, as well as including a range of breastfeeding accessories to start you off on your journey.
Price: £187.49, Mothercare – buy here now
4. Philips Avent Ultra Comfort Single Electric Breast Pump
This single electric breast pump from renowned band Philips Avent is both simple to use and not too harsh budget-wise either.
This pump is creating quite the buzz, purely for it’s comfort factor and the ease of use for mum whilst expressing.
Sit back, relax and comfortably express as the unique breast pump has been specially designed so that milk flows down straight into the bottle; so there’s no need to sit forward or in unnatural positions to efficiently express.
Innovative technology in the pump means it automatically starts in a gentle stimulation mode regardless which of the three settings you decide to use to pump.
Price: £84.99, Amazon – buy here now
5. Nuby Double Digital Electric Breast Pump
The Nuby double breast pump has nine different modes to help you find the most comfortable expressing setting for you, the super smart technology will even tell you how long you you’ve been expressing for on the LCD screen.
There are nine different adjustments you can make in stimulation mode and nine settings in expression mode, giving you freedom to explore the settings that work best for you.
A rechargeable li-ion battery will give you up to three hours on a single charge, which isn’t the greatest battery life, but enough to get the job done.
Price: £99.99, Boots – buy here now
6. MAM Electric 2 in 1 Single Breast Pump
The MAM 2 in 1 single breast pump gives mothers the best of both worlds, allowing you to easily transition between electric and manual when it suits you.
An easy to use LCD display with nine different expressing levels and silicone nipple shields ensure maximum comfort and the pump is also compatible with other products from the MAM range.
The rechargeable battery will give you over five hours of power on a single charge, not that you’ll need it. The electric pump mode is really silent so you can express milk discreetly without noisy disturbances.
Price: £99.99, Amazon – buy here now
7. Tommee Tippee Electric Breast Pump Set
When it comes to feeding hungry babies, Tommee Tippee is one of the nation’s favourites, so is it any wonder they made it to our top ten?
This electric breast pump is simple to use and assemble, and it also has a super soft silicone cup, which has been designed to mimic a feeding baby – which offers comfort and a natural feeling.
Included in the pack are breastfeeding essentials like breast pads, a milk storage pot and a sterilising container.
Price: £109.99, Mothercare – buy here now
8. Elvie Single Electric Breast Pump
The Elvie electric breast pump is a single pump is super silent for discreet expressing – it’s also wearable and able to operate via a mobile phone app – pretty neat right?
For busy mums, and mums on the go this wearable device is perfect. It fits inside your bra and is the shaped like a breast, so won’t look super suspect underneath clothing.
The free app allows you to check your pumping history, as well as control the device remotely, so wherever you are and whatever you’re doing – expressing milk doesn’t have to take a backseat.
Price: £249, John Lewis – buy here now
9. Vital Baby NURTURE Flexcone Electric Breast Pump
This ergonomic and portable design from Vital baby is perfect for expressing on the go and is also easily interchangeable between manual and electric modes.
The nine adjustable functions each work firstly by gently massaging the breast ensuring a relaxed and efficient milk expressing experience.
For flexibility throughout your day, whatever your up to – this breast pump provides a range of options to suit every mum.
Price: £99.99, JoJo Maman Bebe – buy here now
10. PiAEK Double Electric Breast Pump
The PiAEK double breast pump is great value for money, which we’re sure any mum can and will appreciate.
This is the only electric breast pump on the list that works using a three phase (stimulation, expression and bionic mode) expression technology as well as the ability to use it as a single or double pump.
Each of the components, except the electrical ones of course are dishwasher safe for convenient and quick cleaning.
Price: £35.99, Amazon – buy here now
