The Best Electric Breast Pumps To Elevate Your Breastfeeding Journey

Elvie has created an iconic breast pump that fits in your bra with no tubes or wires and is available in single or double options, leaving both your hands free. It's even been worn at London Fashion Week, giving it the supermodel seal of approval. Although there are other similar models on the market, Elvie was the first to create such a breast pump, and we believe it is still the best electric breast pump to date.

The most impressive feature of this electric breast pump by far is that it's silent, which, if you’ve used other breast pumps before, you’ll know is a godsend. This breast pump doesn't leave you feeling like a dairy cow but rather a multi-tasking goddess.

Mother&Baby review: 'There are not many changes I'd make, and honestly, the only reason it’s getting four stars is that I think Elvie could crack a few more options and make this the best breast pump there ever was. When you turn on the pump, the hub starts expressing at full suction mode 7, which shocks your nipple! So, I would like the suction settings to be on 1 to start with and give me the option to lead up to higher settings.

'One thing that wasn’t ideal was that you can’t charge the hub and pump at the same time! This caused slight frustration when I needed to pump, but the Elvie wasn’t charged. However, I didn’t have to wait long, maybe 10 minutes, to get a bit of charge to sort out that engorged breast. However, even 10 mins more with an engorged breast is painful enough.

'And lastly, for such a silent pump, it would be perfect if you could lay down and pump – to be honest, I’m sure this is a lot to ask for, but as a mum, we cherish any moments of sleep we can get, so to be able to pump and sleep would be heaven. Too much to ask for? You be the judge.'

Head over to our friends at Mother&Baby to read the full Elvie Pump review.

For all of the reasons we love the single pump, we love the Elvie double pump. If you're going to wear a pump in your bra, it makes sense to have one on each side, right? It means more efficient pumping and a larger quantity of milk. When you double express, the expressed milk has a higher fat content than what would be pumped in a single pumping session, leading to more nourishment for your precious baby.

Customer review: 'I love how convenient this is while still pumping effectively. I can put it inside my pumping bra and do tasks at home which is super important because I have three under the age of two. You can also travel and use it in the car. It doesn't have as much power as a hospital-grade pump, but it still works well.

'It's not too loud either which makes it more discrete. I would definitely recommend this to anyone who is nursing or pumping based on convenience, effectiveness, and quality! It is pricey but worth it.

'The directions made it easy to use as well. If your insurance will cover part of it, I'd definitely pay the remainder to have this pump. The cups hold a good bit of milk, too and it's easy to transfer to storage containers.'

The Lola&Lykee Smart Electric Breast Pump comes with touchscreen technology, a memory button and a timer for easy tracking and recording of pumping sessions. We loved the streamlined design; it is great for super-convenient pumping, making it the perfect pump if you're returning to the workplace or are often on the go.

We all know comfort is key when it comes to pumping, and with this pump, you can control all the variables, such as the suction level and the speed at which the pump extracts milk from your breast, via the control panel.

It has a USB rechargeable battery, making it super handy when you're out and about. You can even pump directly into the milk bag, feed directly from the bag and store milk safely with the handy adapter. Making this our must-have pump for mums with a packed schedule.

Customer review: 'Really easy to use, which is perfect for a first-timer in the world of pumping. My daughter doesn't like the bottles, so [I've been ]pumping into the storage bags, which are super easy to change anyway. Nice design and comfy, too.'

Finding a comfortable breast pump can be difficult, and this is often made worse if you're blessed in the chest department. Mum forums rave about the comfort of the Medela breast pump, and we cannot help but agree.

The Medela Solo Single Electric Breast Pump is a compact, effective and easy-to-use breast pump with a rechargeable built-in battery, two-phase expression technology and PersonalFit FlexTM breast shield. We love that this electric breast pump only has a few parts, making it easy to clean and assemble. This is very important for when you're still in the exhausted mum stages.

With a four-button interface and nine pre-programmed settings, this single electric breast pump is extremely easy to use.

Tester review: 'I’m large-chested (40F), and it’s been hard to find a pump with a decent size for me to use. I’d definitely recommend this for larger-chested women, as I found it worked great for me. The convenience of it being a small pump makes it easy to take with me if I need to use it other than in my home.

'The design is lovely and simple. It’s not too in your face, which sounds silly, but I have seen some that look ridiculous to be a breast pump, so Medela has gotten the design down. I found it so simple and easy to use, considering I’ve never used their brand before now.'

If smart apps are your thing, then this is the breast pump for you. The breast pump is equipped with Bluetooth technology, allowing it to connect seamlessly with the Tommee Tippee 'Made for Me' app. This connectivity ensures that you can monitor and control your breast pumping sessions directly from your smartphone, which is a really helpful tool which allows you to monitor your milk production.

The Tommee Tippee Made for Me Double Electric Wearable Breast Pump, combined with its app, offers a user-friendly and high-tech solution. It makes the breast pumping experience more convenient and personalised, ensuring that you can easily integrate pumping into your daily routine while staying connected to an online supportive community and resources for breastfeeding success.

Customer review: "The app makes this pump so easy to use. I love that it tracks how much you pump each session. The pumps work without the app, as well. The suction is great and very easy to put back together after cleaning. I love that it comes with extra bottoms and that you can feed directly from the collection cups. It comes with two sizes of flanges and multiple country plugs to recharge! Awesome pump for the price."

Having a baby is a pretty expensive business. For such a little person, they come with a big expense. This pump from Nuby doesn't break the bank but doesn't skimp on performance, either. With adjustable settings, it's all about your comfort. The backlit digital display keeps things hassle-free, and its quiet operation ensures no unnecessary disruptions. Plus, it's compact and USB rechargeable, making it a practical choice for moms on the go.

Customer review: 'This is a super product! I have used it daily for eight months and found it to be easy to use and an effective pump. The battery charge lasts a good amount of time, meaning it’s easy to pump when not near a plug socket. The bottles/ components are not showing any wear and tear after eight months of use.'

This is another hands-free option, as most mums want to be able to move around whilst pumping. The Medela wearable pump allows you to express milk hands-free, offering freedom and mobility while pumping. It features a compact and lightweight design, making it easy to wear discreetly under clothing. With a rechargeable battery and a digital display, it ensures that you can pump on the go without being tethered to an outlet. The double electric pump efficiently mimics the baby's natural sucking rhythm for maximum milk expression.

Customer review: 'This is an excellent pump. I love that it is hands-free so that I don’t have to sit and pump. This enables me to continue with daily duties, and I can play and support my eldest daughter. It’s definitely the best pump I’ve owned, and I can express so much more milk than with previous pumps.'