Regardless of how often you plan to use your manual breast pump, for ultimate comfort it’s best to choose one with adjustable suction levels to suit your preferences, ergonomic handles, and soft breast shields that can help stimulate milk let-down and expression. Many Mumsnetters also find silicone manual breast pumps, such as Haakaa-style pumps, to be quite simple and convenient. These pumps attach to the breast and use gentle suction to draw out milk without requiring manual squeezing or pumping. What’s the best manual breast pump to buy? The Haakaa can be a great tool if used properly," Blakenship says. "It can also cause a lot of issues. Only use a Haakaa if recommended to you by a breastfeeding professional.”

you need free hands while pumping (our devices work by a principle of powerful suction, hugging a breast tightly)The Lansinoh Manual's flanges are more comfortable than those on other brands too, moms say, as the part that touches your skin is soft silicone. The pump comes with two flange sizes, so you can get a more comfortable fit. "When using a manual pump it’s especially important to make sure that the appropriate sized flanges are used," says Dr. Madden (see the end of this article for more information on choosing flanges). Pros: Electric pumps offer adjustable suction levels and pumping settings for more comfort and efficiency. They typically allow for double pumping which is a big time saver if you’re in a rush to express milk before work etc. Electric pumps are well-suited for regular or exclusive pumping and can help maintain milk supply over time. For the occasional pump (if I'm away from baby and need to take down engorgement, I use this hand pump.” (Tried and tested by Mumsnet user, sylbunny) Our verdict

Another feature of the pump is a nifty suction base for stability and the fact that it can be used for collecting leaking breastmilk while feeding from the other breast. The only downside? Some say the suction isn’t as strong as other manual pumps on the market and may take longer to express your desired amount.

9. Best manual breast pump for smaller nipples: Dr Brown’s Manual Breast Pump

There's a lot to love about the Spectra S1 electric breast pump. The built-in rechargeable battery makes it a favorite for moms who don't always want to search the room for an outlet."I definitely like not being tethered to an outlet as I've had to use this pump in the car several times," a new mom told us.

We believe this manual breast pump has a lot of value due to its great features and thoughtful accessories. The set comes with one 5-ounce bottle with extra wide mouths, a lid and stand, one harmony connector, one valve, and one membrane. The battery lasts 6-9 pumping sessions or about three days on one charge.Mumsnetters can’t stop talking about the clever one-piece design and effectiveness of the Haakaa Manual Breast Pump, which is why we’ve included it in our top 10 list once again! (You’ll also see the Haakaa in our best breast pumps roundup for 2023). Here at Haakaa, we're committed to providing the ultimate care for our clients and the environment. That is why our breast pumps are made of eco-friendly and hypoallergenic materials. They are easy-to-wash and sterilized, which ensures comfortable and safe usage. I feel like I get more milk, and faster than I'm used to, with the electric pump. Plus, it's more comfortable and doesn't make annoying noises."