
The pump parts can be hard to clean, as there are some hard-to-reach places, and sometimes the yellow valve gets stuck to the connector.It’s a bit large and awkward to carry around.

Because it doesn’t have a built-in battery, you may need a battery pack to pump on the go.It’s usually available through insurance at no cost. It is an effective, quality pump at a lower price point than the Freestyle, Freestyle Flex, and many other breast pumps.The original Medela Pump in Style Advanced is a good quality double electric pump that will work well for pumping at work, as long as an outlet is easily accessible. Here’s a story showing how it’s put together and works: It does not have a rechargeable battery, so you need access to an outlet or an external battery pack.The tubing is easier to use/falls out less frequently than the Pump in Style Advanced.

Like the Freestyle Flex, it’s a closed system pump.The pump parts are simple and easy to clean.It is a double electric pump that is a great option for many working parents. The Max Flow is Medela’s new, upgraded version of their Pump in Style Advanced pump. It’s new, and replacement parts aren’t as easy to get as they are for some other pumps because they are unique to this breast pump.It is sold at a higher price point than other pumps.The connector includes a backflow protector, which means no milk in the tubing.It also automatically tracks your total pumping time in the Medela app for you. It has a timer that helps you track how long you’ve been pumping.It has a rechargeable battery that lasts about 3 hours when fully charged.It’s a small pump (it can fit in your pocket) and is very portable.Lots of people in our Facebook group really like it and find it both effective and comfortable. The Medela Freestyle Flex is Medela’s newest pump.

Here is more detail on the pros and cons of these breast pumps.
