Best Wearable Breast Pumps 2025 - Forbes Vetted

Pumping can be hard, especially for busy moms juggling childcare, work, meal prep and tending to their baby. The best wearable breast pumps offer a discreet, comfortable and efficient solution, making pumping more convenient while keeping your hands free to do other things. Many parents rely on these pumps in addition to their regular pumps to ensure they have milk for their baby while also working or taking care of other kids. My top pick, the Elvie Pump, is designed with smart features that make it easy to use, has dishwasher-safe parts and, most importantly, is comfortable.

The best wearable breast pumps are discreet and comfortable to facilitate pumping on the go.

“Having the option of a wearable pump takes convenience to a new level and may increase the likelihood of meeting those pump sessions they otherwise may not have been able to make work,” says Karrie Locher, a certified lactation counselor and postpartum and neonatal nurse.

I spoke with lactation experts, used feedback from real mom testers and drew upon my own personal experience as someone who pumped through three kids to curate this list of the top wearable breast pumps, including the affordable Momcozy M5 and the leak-proof Willow 360.

Elvie

Flange sizes: 15mm, 17mm, 19mm, 21mm, 24mm and 28mm | Milk capacity: 5 ounces per cup | Battery life: About 5 to 6 pumping sessions | App: Yes | Dishwasher-safe parts: Yes

When I was nursing my twins, the Elvie pump went everywhere with me. It’s super quiet and comfortable, with no tubes to get tangled in. The pump connects to an app that monitors milk volume in real time, tracks your pumping session and offers insights on your pumping behavior. Smart features also automatically switch from stimulation to expression mode once it detects a letdown (or after two minutes) and stop the pump when the collection cup is full. As a busy working mom of three, all of these thoughtful details allowed me to pump on the go without much effort. Once I put the pump on, I didn’t have to think about it again until I took it off. I did notice that my output was a bit lower than normal when using this pump, but that’s common with wearable pumps.

“Elvie changed my life,” says mom of five, Chaunie Brusie. “I had a NICU baby and had to exclusively pump. I was about to give up because it was so hard caring for her alone and my other four kids. The Elvie was a game changer and I will forever sing its praises.” The pump has seven intensity settings and features smart pumping rhythms, including a rhythm for sensitive breasts and one for heavy let-downs and milk flow. Busy moms will appreciate that you can clean the pump parts in the dishwasher, though there are five parts to clean and assemble, which is more than some of our other top picks. Once you’re done with your pumping session, you can put a lid on the collection cups to store them in the refrigerator.

Momcozy

Flange sizes: 17mm, 19mm, 21mm and 24mm | Milk capacity: 5.6 ounces per cup | Battery life: 100 to 120 minutes | App: No | Dishwasher-safe parts: No

The Momczoy M5 is a popular option thanks to its affordability and ease of use. “It’s easy to use and wash and has a good suction,” says Lauren Scheeler, a mom of four who has been using the pump for her twins. The pump doesn’t have any cords or tubes, and it’s available in multiple colors. That little pop of color might seem insignificant, but since many moms often have better output when they’re relaxed and happy, it’s a nice touch. There are four parts that need to be cleaned, but they aren’t dishwasher-safe. While it doesn’t connect to an app, the controls are on the top of the pump and easy to use.

“I wear mine at work all the time and even pumped in Disney with it and walked around. It’s small, so not hard to bring with you places and it comes with a small carrying pack,” says Scheeler. Compared to some larger and heavier pumps on our list, this is definitely a more discreet option. Our tester also found that it had a high yield compared to other wearable pumps, which is helpful for emptying your breasts and making sure you have enough milk for your baby. There are nine suction levels and three modes of operation, and the pump is designed to mimic the angle of a baby’s sucking, which may be part of the reason many moms get great output with this pump.

Amazon

Flange sizes: 21mm and 24mm | Milk capacity: 5 ounces per cup | Battery life: Up to 3 pumping sessions | App: Yes | Dishwasher-safe parts: Yes

A smart breast pump makes pumping easier (and more discreet) since you don’t need to keep reaching into your shirt for adjustments. The app allows you to track your milk volume, control the pump and gain access to expert advice and tips. There are 15 different levels of suction, allowing you to customize the pump to achieve your maximum output. Dishwasher-safe parts mean you’re spending less time cleaning and more time with your baby, although there are quite a few of them (six total). As a result, you may need to spend some time getting acquainted with how to assemble your pump before you get the hang of it.

Moms who need a wearable pump for work or other places likely want something quiet—which the Willow Go is. There aren’t any cords or tubes to get tangled up in either, making it easy to use. Moms who have a high output will appreciate the generous 5-ounce collection cups and the 7-ounce collection cups that are available as an add-on.

Amazon

Flange sizes: 17mm, 19mm, 21mm and 24mm | Milk capacity: 5 ounces per cup | Battery life: Up to 5 days with wireless charging case | App: Yes | Dishwasher-safe parts: Yes

The Eufy S1 Pro is an innovative pump that uses heat, which may help with comfort, relaxation and output. It’s a personal favorite of Locher, who likes the heated feature and finds that it provides good output and strength. At 300 mmHg (millimeters of mercury, the unit that measures suction power), it’s more powerful than many other wearable options. It includes a wireless charging case that provides up to five days of power, making it particularly ideal for moms on the go.

In the app, you can customize the rhythm, suction and speed, which includes seven intensities and three cycle speeds. You can also log volume, track your pumping sessions and analyze your pumping patterns. Running at 46 decibels, it’s also a pretty quiet pump. There’s a double seal to help prevent leaks and the parts are dishwasher-safe.

Amazon

Flange sizes: 24mm | Milk capacity: 6 ounces per cup | Battery life: About 7 to 8 pumping sessions | App: No | Dishwasher-safe parts: No

Many wearable breast pumps only hold about four to five ounces of milk, but the Momcozy S12 Pro Wearable Breast Pump holds six ounces per cup. This is ideal for moms who tend to produce a lot of milk or who just prefer a larger collection cup. There aren’t any cords to get tangled in, and the pump has a nice long battery life of seven to eight pumping sessions. It’s three modes and nine levels of suction, allow the user to customize their ideal pumping setup.

The pump comes in several different colors: gray, white or pink, which is a nice bonus. Pumping can be a long and arduous journey for many people, so something that can make it a little more joyful–even just a pop of color–can help. The pump also has a double-sealed silicone flange—which I always found to be more comfortable than hard plastic ones—that’s designed to bring it closer to your breast. It’s rather large with a control panel that sticks above the cups, so it’s probably not the best option for someone trying to pump discreetly at work or out in public.

Amazon

Flange sizes: 21mm and 24mm | Milk capacity: 4 ounces per cup | Battery life: Up to 5 pumping sessions | App: Yes | Dishwasher-safe parts: Yes

One of the main perks of a wearable breast pump is the freedome to move while you’re pumping. However, if you try to bend over or get too active while using one, the milk can spill out—which very well may be the one time that you cry over spilled milk. The Willow 360 solves this problem with a leak-proof design that uses self-sealing milk bags. “It was nice to throw those in and keep doing chores throughout the day. I even put them in when work was busy and I didn’t get a chance to step away to pump,” says Kendra Gallagher, a mom of three who often pumps at work during long shifts as a nurse.

You need to use the bags for the pump to be leak-proof—collection cups alone can leak. “What I loved about the Willow 360 is that you buy bags that go right into the pump, so you don’t have to pour milk from the pump into storage bags,” she says. Several features make this pump easy to use, including app and Apple Watch compatibility, smart letdown detection and built-in sensors to keep track of your milk volume. You can view this data in the app and also access to Willow 360 Care, which provides a virtual onboarding session and sizing support—among other perks—which can be very helpful for first-time pumpers. Clean-up is a breeze, too: there are only two parts and both are dishwasher-safe.

Walmart

Flange sizes: 21mm and 24mm | Milk capacity: 5 ounces per cup | Battery life: Up to 8 pumping sessions | App: Yes | Dishwasher-safe parts: Yes

A wearable breast pump should make your life easier, not harder. Our tester found the Medela Freestyle to have an intuitive setup, and overall, very easy to use. There are only three pieces to wash and they’re all dishwasher-safe.

The collection cups are incredibly lightweight at only 2.7 ounces, thanks in part to being separate from the motor. However, this means that they’re connected to the motor via tubing and you’ll need to put the motor in your pocket and be careful not to get the tubes tangled. Once you have the pump in place, you don’t need to fidget with it to change any settings. Our tester appreciated that it automatically goes from stimulation to normal expression after two minutes, and you can adjust anything you need to via the control panel on the motor. While there is a compatible app that keeps track of your sessions, you can’t control the pump through it.

Elvie

Flange sizes: 15mm, 17mm, 19mm, 21mm, 24mm and 28mm | Milk capacity: 5 ounces per cup | Battery life: Up to 3 hours | App: Yes | Dishwasher-safe parts: Yes

A good pump should be comfortable enough to encourage everyday use. Our tester found the Elvie Stride 2 incredibly comfortable. It has silicone flanges, which tend to be more comfortable than hard plastic ones. Plus, with six flange sizes, it ensures a comfortable and secure fit. Ten intensity settings allow for customized suction while pumping, and dishwasher-safe parts makes cleaning a breeze.

You can control the pump with an app or the control panel located on the motor that’s connected to the cups via tubing. This does mean you’ll need to contend with tubes, but the pump comes with a waist clip and a neck strap to help you place the motor in an easy-to-access spot.

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We combined market research, testing and insight from parents in our networks to curate our list of the best wearable breast pumps. Here are some more insight into our selection process.

Before you consider various features and specs of wearable breast pumps, think about why you want to use one. Locher explained that moms using a pump for busy work days in meetings might want a more quiet and discreet pump while a stay-at-home mom might need something that won’t leak and will keep strong suction while they’re running after their kids.

“I have noted that mothers with very large or pendulous breasts have a difficult time keeping the wearable pumps in place,” says Blatz. Before choosing a pump, consider whether it has correctly-sized flanges for your nipple size. "Fit is very important and we’re all different sizes,” says Locher.

Also consider how big the collection cups are. Some are pretty discreet, fitting well inside your bra. Others are larger and may stick up past your bra.

Most wearable breast pumps hold around four or five ounces of milk per collection cup, while some go up to six or seven ounces. Because wearable pumps are designed as more of an extra tool in addition to a full-size pump, most moms do well with smaller collection cups. However, if you have an oversupply or will be wearing the pumps for extended periods of time, you may want to opt for one with larger cups.

Battery life can vary, with some wearable pumps only lasting for around three pumping sessions and others lasting for eight or more. If you’re relying on your wearable pump a lot, you probably want something with a longer battery life.

“In general, I think it’s helpful when pumps are easy to assemble and clean,” says Locher. Some pumps only have two parts to clean and assemble while others have five or more. While most offer dishwasher-safe parts, not all do. If that’s important to you, confirm that the parts are dishwasher-safe before purchasing.

“Many pump companies rave about being ‘hospital grade,’ but this is not an FDA-regulated term, and truly is more of a marketing tactic,” says Locher. Maximum suction is often somewhere between 200 mmHg and 300 mmHg. Consider how strong you want your suction to be as well as how customizable you want it to be. Some pumps offer more ways to customize the suction and modes than others.

What Is The Best Rated Wearable Breast Pump?

The Momcozy S12 Pro wearable breast pump has the best rating on Amazon of all the pumps on our list with 4.5 out of 5 stars. Parents like it because each cup holds six ounces, it has comfortable silicone flanges and it has good battery life.

Is It Worth It To Get A Wearable Breast Pump?

A wearable breast pump is a great secondary option for parents on the go. “There is a wide range of how effective wearable pumps perform for different individuals. A pump-dependent mother who has a hospitalized infant may not find the wearable pump as a good option to establish and maintain her milk supply whereas a parent that has healthy infant that nurses well throughout the day and just needs to pump a few times during the day when she is away from the baby may find a wearable pump to be a good pump for this family,” says Blatz.

Do Wearable Pumps Decrease Milk Supply?

If you’re consistently using a wearable pump and not fully emptying your breasts, it’s possible that your supply could decrease. “As with any pump, different things work for different people. However, in the majority of cases, wearable pumps should be used as an ‘on the go’ or ‘as needed’ option alongside their regular pump,” says Locher. “Many women find that wearables don’t fully empty the breast, leaving behind some milk when finished pumping. When this happens consistently and frequently, that can end up telling our body to make less milk, not more.”