Medela Pump In Style Advanced

It ranks #2 (A tier) on our consolidated breast pumps board, drawn from 4 independent outlets.

The Medela Pump In Style Advanced is for a parent who wants a proven, dependable traditional pump with a long warranty and a carry tote, and who does not need the newest features. It sits in A tier at rank 2 on our board for strong suction with minimal noise and durable stainless-steel construction. If you want the best suction and a built-in rechargeable battery, the Spectra S1 Plus in S tier is the stronger pick. If you need to pump hands-free while moving, choose the Elvie Stride 2 instead.

Longer than most. The Medela Pump In Style Advanced carries a 3-year parts warranty, the longest on our board, and reviewers point to its durable stainless-steel construction and an active community that keeps spare parts and advice easy to find. As with any pump, valves and membranes wear out well before the motor and are replaced on a schedule. The one caution is software: the older Medela Pump In Style lost firmware support, so keep the Advanced model's firmware current.

No, and the difference matters. The Medela Pump In Style Advanced is the current A tier model on our board. The older Medela Pump In Style, sometimes listed as the non-Advanced or old-firmware version, is in F tier because its firmware is no longer supported, it has compatibility problems with newer accessories and it is missing security patches. Check the exact model name before buying, especially second-hand or through an insurance supplier.

Yes, within the limits of a traditional pump. Portability and the convenient tote bag are two of the most cited strengths of the Medela Pump In Style Advanced on our board, and it is a common choice for commuting and pumping at work. It still uses tubing and flanges, so you sit while pumping. For pumping on the move inside your bra, the Elvie Stride 2 is the wearable alternative in the same tier.

In the United States the Medela Pump In Style Advanced is among the pumps most often supplied through insurance, since most health plans must cover a breast pump under the Affordable Care Act. Confirm with your insurer or a durable medical equipment supplier which Medela model they provide, because some plans supply the older Medela Pump In Style instead, and ask your doctor or midwife for the usual prescription. Outside the US, check your own insurer.