Medela Freestyle vs Pump In Style

Re: Medela Freestyle vs Pump In Style

• musiccaab

  January 2010

  I have the Pump in Style (PIS) and really like it, but I don't have anything to compare it to except the pump I rented from the hospital (a Lactina)...  For what it's worth, I've found the PIS to be compact and easy to use, and like that it has a cooler section to store milk. The cooler section is a little small, but if it were bigger, it'd make the whole unit more bulky, which isn't very desirable.
  

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• kimarino13 member

  January 2010

  I have heard from several people that the PIS has a stronger suction and gets more milk than the FS.  The PIS was also recommended over the FS in my breastfeeding class.

   

  
  After 2 rounds of IVF & 2 rounds of FET, we were blessed with identical twin girls!
  
  
  

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• Mrs.Alanna member

  January 2010

  Great, thank you! Overall I'm finding the same opinion everywhere...go for the PIS!
  

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• babycakesSD

  February 2010

  I purchased the Freestyle and am very happy with it. The pump is small, lightweight and compact and can easily fit in diaper bag, purse, etc. The "hands free" is a joke and just clips to your bra. I seem to leak when I try the hands free so I've become quite adapt at using my knees to balence the pumps and remain "hands free". Although there are other bra attachments available, whatever. The motor is quite, strong, and works well enough.

  What I didn't like about the Pump in Style is that the pump stays permanently inside the black bag and cannot be removed! Which is fine if you love the bag, but that means you will need to carry an extra diaper bag, purse, luggage, etc if you plan on going outside your home with the pump. I just traveled with my 5 week old and would not have liked lugging around an extra piece of luggage.

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• apriltwentysix

  February 2010

  Hi-

  I had the same debate and ended up getting the freestyle and have been quite happy. I rented the Symphony from the hospital and still use it. Both seem to get me the same results. The freestyle is a lot louder, but I love that it is so compact and portable.

  Good luck with your decision.

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• mugolfamily

  February 2010

  Hi - I agree about the compact size and easy to carrry/take anywhere FS. I also agree about the suction - it's not as much as the PIS. I would also suggest taking a look at the Hygeia personal breast pumps - they have the same great suction as a hospital grade pump (since it has the same mechanism). It's still small and lightweight but the huge PLUS is that the internal battery is rechargeable so you can take your pump with you anywhere without needing a plug source - huge convenience. They pumps can be removed from the bag so you can carry it with you in any diaper bag or purse of your choice. They're really great overall, plus the prices are really great.
  

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