Manual breast pumps
Hand pumps for occasional pumping and travel.
Manual- 10models tracked
- $29 to $59price range
- 1–2flange sizes in the box
Manual breast pumps by budget
The 7 manual breast pumps with a published list price, split into thirds by price. A to Z within each lane. Price isn't a quality rating.
All 10 manual breast pumps
Filters
Price
Must have
Brand
| Compare | Through insurance | HSA/FSA eligible | Closed system | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameda Portable Manual Breast Pumpmanual, single | $33.69 | ✓ | ? | ? | |
| BabyBuddha Manual Breast Pumpmanual | $39.99 | ? | ? | ? | |
| Dr. Brown's Manual Breast Pump with SoftShape Silicone Shield | $29.99 | ? | ? | ? | |
| Elvie Curve Manual Breast Pumpmanual | $39.99 | ? | ? | ? | |
| Frida Mom Frida Manual Breast Pumpmanual | $29.99 | ? | ? | ? | |
| Lansinoh Manual Breast Pumpmanual | – | ✓ | ? | ? | |
| Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump with PersonalFit Flexmanual, single | – | ? | ? | ✓ | |
| Spectra Handy Plus Manual Breast Pumpmanual | – | ? | ? | ? | |
| Willow Wave 2-in-1 Double Manual Wearable Breast Pump + Cupsmanual, single or double | $59.99 | ? | ✓ | ✕ | |
| Willow Wave Manual Breast Pumpmanual, single | $34.99 | ? | ✓ | ? |
Nothing matches all of those filters. Try removing one.
Manual breast pumps by the numbers
The 10 we compare, from each maker's published specs. Ranges, not ratings.
- Flange sizes in the box1 to 2; the middle half 1 to 1 (6 of 10 publish it)
- Capacity4 oz to 5 oz; the middle half 4.7 oz to 5 oz (7 of 10 publish it)
- Price$29.99 to $59.99; the middle half $33.69 to $39.99 (7 of 10 publish it)
Pumps side by side
From each maker's listing. A dash means the maker doesn't say.
| Pump | Single or double | Max suction | Levels | Flange sizes | Power | Battery (maker) | Closed system | Noise |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ameda Portable Manual Breast Pump | Single | – | – | 25 mm | manual | – | – | – |
| BabyBuddha Manual Breast Pump | – | – | 2 | – | manual | – | – | – |
| Lansinoh Manual Breast Pump | – | – | – | 25 mm, 30.5 mm | manual | – | – | – |
| Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump with PersonalFit Flex | Single | – | – | – | manual | – | Yes | – |
| Spectra Handy Plus Manual Breast Pump | – | 350 mmHg | – | 24 mm | manual | – | – | – |
| Willow Wave 2-in-1 Double Manual Wearable Breast Pump + Cups | Single or double | – | – | 24 mm | manual | – | No | – |
| Willow Wave Manual Breast Pump | Single | – | – | 24 mm | manual | – | – | – |
Which pumps ship with each flange size
Insurance and HSA/FSA
What each maker's page says. Your plan decides which pumps it covers.
| Pump | Insurance (maker) | HSA/FSA (maker) |
|---|---|---|
| Ameda Portable Manual Breast Pump | Mentions insurance | – |
| Lansinoh Manual Breast Pump | Mentions insurance | – |
| Willow Wave 2-in-1 Double Manual Wearable Breast Pump + Cups | – | Lists HSA/FSA |
| Willow Wave Manual Breast Pump | – | Lists HSA/FSA |
Shortlist: 3 models, each highest or lowest on one spec
Ranked on the maker's published numbers only. Not a safety or quality rating.
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Most flange sizes · Biggest capacity
LansinohManual Breast Pump
2
Most flange sizes: the Lansinoh Manual Breast Pump at 2, per Lansinoh.
- Capacity
- 5 oz
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Most suction levels
BabyBuddhaManual Breast Pump
2
Most suction levels: the BabyBuddha Manual Breast Pump at 2, per BabyBuddha.
- Capacity
- 4.7 oz
- Price
- $39.99
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Lowest price
Dr. Brown'sManual Breast Pump with SoftShape Silicone Shield
$29.99
Lowest price: the Dr. Brown's Manual Breast Pump with SoftShape Silicone Shield at $29.99, per Dr. Brown's.
- Flange sizes in the box
- 1
- Capacity
- 5 oz
What to look for in manual breast pumps
The range across every pump or breastfeeding product here, with the typical middle half shaded and the shortlist marked.
Flange sizes in the box
How many flange or insert sizes the maker includes. Others are often sold separately.
Most list 1. 6 of 10 list it. Most flange sizes: Manual Breast Pump.
Capacity
How much the cup, bottle, bag or cooler holds, per the maker.
Typical: 4.7 oz to 5 oz. 7 of 10 list it.
Price
What it lists for at the maker or a major store. Sales move this often.
Typical: $33.69 to $39.99. 7 of 10 list it. Lowest price: Manual Breast Pump with SoftShape Silicone Shield.
Questions about manual breast pumps
Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.
How do I pick a flange size?
Breastfeeding and pumping: see the AAP's breastfeeding pages and the FDA's breast pump page. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.
How should I clean pump parts?
Breastfeeding and pumping: see the AAP's breastfeeding pages and the FDA's breast pump page. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.
What does "hospital grade" mean?
The FDA does not define "hospital grade." Look at the pump's own specs and whether it is meant for one user or many.
Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.
Most-compared pairs
Side-by-side specs for the closest rivals in this category.
- vsLansinoh Manual Breast Pump vs Spectra Handy Plus Manual Breast PumpFlange sizes in the box 2 vs 1
- vsLansinoh Manual Breast Pump vs Medela Harmony Manual Breast Pump with PersonalFit Flex
- vsMedela Harmony Manual Breast Pump with PersonalFit Flex vs Spectra Handy Plus Manual Breast Pump
- vsBabyBuddha Manual Breast Pump vs Elvie Curve Manual Breast PumpCapacity 4.7 oz vs 4 oz
- vsElvie Curve Manual Breast Pump vs Willow Wave Manual Breast PumpCapacity 4 oz vs 5 oz
- vsWillow Wave 2-in-1 Double Manual Wearable Breast Pump + Cups vs Willow Wave Manual Breast PumpPrice $59.99 vs $34.99
- vsAmeda Portable Manual Breast Pump vs Willow Wave Manual Breast PumpCapacity 4 oz vs 5 oz
- vsElvie Curve Manual Breast Pump vs Willow Wave 2-in-1 Double Manual Wearable Breast Pump + CupsCapacity 4 oz vs 5 oz
- vsDr. Brown's Manual Breast Pump with SoftShape Silicone Shield vs Frida Manual Breast Pump
- vsAmeda Portable Manual Breast Pump vs Dr. Brown's Manual Breast Pump with SoftShape Silicone ShieldCapacity 4 oz vs 5 oz
- vsAmeda Portable Manual Breast Pump vs Frida Manual Breast PumpPrice $33.69 vs $29.99
- vsBabyBuddha Manual Breast Pump vs Willow Wave Manual Breast PumpCapacity 4.7 oz vs 5 oz
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