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Medela - Pump In Style with MaxFlow - white
Average customer rating
3.7
(508 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 508 reviews
5 Stars
222
4 Stars
130
3 Stars
36
2 Stars
37
1 Star
83
72%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Medela - Pump In Style with MaxFlow - white
Customer Rating
4
Big fan of this lightweight, efficient pump
on September 7, 2020
Posted by: carlyjane
from Cincinnati, OH
Gender:Female
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I'm a pump-on-the-go mom, so it's really important that I use a pump that's lightweight and portable. Thankfully, this one is. It's also great because it's a Medela product and it's so easy to find replacement parts when I've needed new tubes and flanges. The pump is really easy to use and I really appreciate that it comes with a little cooler bag so I can keep my milk cold. The pump is really quiet too, so it's great when I have to use it in more "public" places. I don't feel like I'm making a ton of noise and am a distraction. I also really like how the tubing is one piece, instead of two. Easier to keep track of. And the flanges have a soft rubber outside making pumping more comfortable. The only downside is that it's not as powerful as other pumps I've used. I haven't noticed as big of a difference with my letdown kicking in.
I was given this breast pump to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from medela.comBy Your Customer Solutions Team, October 28, 2020
We appreciate you taking the time to share your experience! If you need any help with your pump, please chat with us or call us at 1-800-435-8316. We'd be happy to help!
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Customer Rating
5
Great pump, incognito bag
on September 7, 2020
Posted by: Jensancan
from Allamuchy, NJ
Gender:Female
I was so excited to receive my Medela pump in style in the mail! I immediately noticed the quality of the pump a and all of the accessories. The pump is easy to assemble straight out of the box, and I was pumping in less than five minutes. The suction is strong on this pump, stronger than others I’ve tried. The settings are really just increasing strength of suction, not really different modes like other brands have, but really with pumping, strong suction is the name of the game. The flanges are super comfortable and the tubing is long enough to give you a little freedom to move while pumping. The travel bag is stylish and big enough to put the pump and cooler and still spare room for a few other essentials. The contoured ice pack in the cooler stays frozen well for about six hours, longer if you can leave it in the refrigerator for part of the day. I would definitely recommend this pump to any new mom. I was given this breast pump to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from medela.comBy Your Customer Solutions Team, November 12, 2020
Hi Jensancan--- We're so happy to hear that you've enjoyed using our Pump in Style with MaxFlow!
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Customer Rating
3
Convenient and Quick
on September 7, 2020
Posted by: Deejaj26
Gender:Female
I was given this breast pump to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
Little intro about me- I'm a mama of four, and the first three kids I have pumped exclusively to provide them my breastmilk. My fourth child however I occasionally pump to empty my oversupply or to ease my Mastitis (which I currently have for the third time!).
As a starter, this pump comes in a beautiful bag, inside you will find a cooling bag with four bottles (and their caps), power adapter, battery unit, two pairs of flanges (different sizes 21mm and 24mm) and the necessary tools for the pump.
As a starter, I like how the protective shield is designed from the inside, the entire bottle/flange setup requires minimal effort in cleaning, and minimal effort in assembling!
When I turn on the pump, it begins with massage mode- the flaw here is that it automatically switches to expression mode after one minute. I would have liked it if we controlled that rather pressing the setting mode every time it switches to expression while the breast did not have a letdown yet (making it sometimes painful if you forget).
Generally the power settings are not so bad, the massage mode felt good, and the expression mode had a good power range that you can control to whichever is convenient for you.
However, it would have been helpful if there was any sort of indicator that shows the setting you put on for yourself.
Another thing is the flange's opening. It is covered with the white lining of the flange's shield which makes it a bit hard for me to know whether the fit is good for my nipple, and if milk is expressed successfully. I usually look at the opening to see how much milk is coming out of my breast and if I need to stimulate for another letdown. With this design it is impossible to tell except looking at the bottle to see it filling up or not.
And this pump does not have the option to be single, it only works as a double pump (unless you block the other tube's opening which what I do).
When I turn on the pump, it begins with massage mode- the flaw here is that it automatically switches to expression mode after one minute. I would have liked it if we controlled that rather pressing the setting mode every time it switches to expression while the breast did not have a letdown yet (making it sometimes painful if you forget).
Generally the power settings are not so bad, the massage mode felt good, and the expression mode had a good power range that you can control to whichever is convenient for you.
However, it would have been helpful if there was any sort of indicator that shows the setting you put on for yourself.
Another thing is the flange's opening. It is covered with the white lining of the flange's shield which makes it a bit hard for me to know whether the fit is good for my nipple, and if milk is expressed successfully. I usually look at the opening to see how much milk is coming out of my breast and if I need to stimulate for another letdown. With this design it is impossible to tell except looking at the bottle to see it filling up or not.
And this pump does not have the option to be single, it only works as a double pump (unless you block the other tube's opening which what I do).
Lastly the battery unit did not work for me (maybe it's faulty, my batteries are new) so I had to plug in the pump in all scenarios. But this option is handy if you want to pump outdoors. It's also super quiet so no one will notice.
Generally speaking, this lightweight pump is convenient if you need to occasionally empty your breast, or on trips, outside, etc since it comes with everything (which is my favorite part) and cleaning the parts is a breeze.
It didn't really add up to the amount of milk I usually express but it didn't take much time either! 10-15 minutes and you're done. Which is a huuuuge relief.
It didn't really add up to the amount of milk I usually express but it didn't take much time either! 10-15 minutes and you're done. Which is a huuuuge relief.
Overall, would I recommend this pump? I might say yes since the accessories redeem its qualities and if you're looking for something simple and easy.
Is it the most effectively comfortable pump out there? I'm not so sure about that but it does the job alright.
Is it the most effectively comfortable pump out there? I'm not so sure about that but it does the job alright.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from medela.comBy Your Customer Solutions Team, October 21, 2020
We're sorry to hear you had trouble, but thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback with our team! In order to assist you with some of the concerns you shared, please chat with us or call us at 1-800-435-8316. Our customer service team would be happy to help! When reaching out, just provide reference number 312227.
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Customer Rating
3
Nice features but doesn’t work for me
on September 7, 2020
Posted by: Samorama
from Fayetteville, NC
Gender:Female
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I wanted to love this pump. It’s small and sleek and comes with a great variety of features and accessories. But it just doesn’t pump as well as others for me. That doesn’t mean it won’t work for another mon though. So here are my pros and cons.
Pros:
Small
Nice carrying case
Simple, closed system
Soft edges of the flanges
Two different size flanges
Four bottles and cooler
Quiet
Can be plugged in or use batteries
Small
Nice carrying case
Simple, closed system
Soft edges of the flanges
Two different size flanges
Four bottles and cooler
Quiet
Can be plugged in or use batteries
Cons:
No light for night pumping
Not strong or enough suction for me
Batteries aren’t recharging type
No light for night pumping
Not strong or enough suction for me
Batteries aren’t recharging type
Overall I really like the pump. So I’m disappointed that it takes more work and time to get what I would get from another pump. The flanges are oblong instead of circle which could probably help many moms but maybe that’s what’s not helping me out. The seal doesn’t seem as good with this shape and my breast shape.
I received this breast pump from the Stellar Product Testing Panel.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from medela.comBy Your Customer Solutions Team, October 23, 2020
We're happy to know that you liked the sleek and portable design of our Pump in Style with MaxFlow! Please reach out to our team so that we can help regarding the suction. When reaching out to us, just provide reference number 312561. We'd be happy to help!
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Customer Rating
4
On-the-Go Luxury Pump
on September 7, 2020
Posted by: Hannahsdg
from Johnson City, TN
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This breast pump comes with all the accouterments moms need to pump on the go or at home. The portability of this pump was hands down my favorite feature. The handy carrying bag and ingenious milk storage bag with ice pack are perfect for pumping at work, home, or even in the car (especially if you are a passenger on road trips, like I usually am.)
Due to the backflow valves, this pump was also very easy to clean since milk does not enter the tubing. This is a complete lifesaver and puts my mind at ease as I know the chances of unwanted bacteria are so much lower. The settings on this pump are very user friendly with big, easy-to-see buttons. However, the only reason I did give this pump four stars is because it does not have some of the finesse to the settings that some other pumps have, and because I couldn't slow the cycle length down, I did get slightly less milk output than other times But since this pump is replacing my hand-pump (thanks to the battery pack!), I wasn't concerned.
If you pump a lot at work or travel place to place often, then look no further, because this pump was made for you! The sleek carrying bag fit everything so nicely, which was a huge bonus. This would be a great purchase for any mom or mom-to-be! So excited that the Stellar Product Testing Panel provided me with this luxury pump.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from medela.comBy Your Customer Solutions Team, October 28, 2020
Thanks for the positive feedback! We're so happy to know that you have enjoyed using our Pump in Style Advanced with MaxFlow!
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Customer Rating
5
Great pump with lots of extras!
on September 7, 2020
Posted by: Jacqui
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received the new Medela Pump in Style with max flow from Stellar Product Testing panel and was SO excited to test it out as a mama who breastfeeds AND pumps regularly for my LO. I have tried a few of the most popular pumps on the market and had some success, although there were always features I liked or disliked, however I had yet to try the Medela (and I have known so many people who love this brand of pump). I think it really is the WHOLE package for the pumping process. I LOVE all of the accessories it comes with (way more than any other brand, even the most expensive doesn't come with a bag and ice pack for pumped milk storage). I think it is awesome that is comes with average and small flange sizes, this is something I've had to purchase separately in the past. The new shape and texture of the flanges is really nice and makes for a comfortable pumping experience. I think the suction is great with this pump and it was quite efficient at drawing milk. I was happy with the amount I pumped, I would say it is very comparable or even better than other top pump brands. The assembly of parts is easy and cleanup afterward was a breeze. The only thing I wish was that it had a rechargeable battery (without needing a cord attached, etc.) other than that it is WONDERFUL!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from medela.comBy Your Customer Solutions Team, November 13, 2020
Hi Jacqui--- We're so happy to know that you're loving the pump and accessories!
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Customer Rating
5
Comprehensive Set!
on September 7, 2020
Posted by: kan4887
from St. Louis, MO
Gender:Female
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] As an exclusive pumper, this pump works top notch! I had no issues getting the same output as I had with my original pump. I love the small size, how it is super quiet, the easy to use buttons, and how the tubing merges into one line. The flanges are genius, the silicone is so much more comfortable, especially when used multiple times a day. I love the larger membranes, as there is less chance of it getting stuck down the drain and much easier to clean in general. I didn't rely to much on the pre-programmed settings, but it was straightforward to finding a setting that was both comfortable and efficient. The extra accessories are great in the package, the cooler and ice pack are so convenient and definitely a luxury at work. The bag is large and can hold much more than just the pump and accessories (namely, snacks!). The inclusion of two shield sizes is great for moms who either need two sizes over time or who don't know where to start. Overall, this is my new go to pump! Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this breast pump.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from medela.comBy Your Customer Solutions Team, November 13, 2020
Thanks for sharing your positive feedback! We're so happy you enjoyed using it!
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Customer Rating
5
Comfortable and efficient!
on September 7, 2020
Posted by: KMSMama
This pump worked very well for me, and I would highly recommend it! The stimulation phase felt different than other pumps that I have used, and it allowed for the let-down of milk to occur more quickly than other pumps. The pump also has preset settings that change the pump from the stimulation phase to the expression phase, and for me it seemed to be well timed. The stimulation phase worked quite well, and I was able to pump a good volume of milk in a timely manner. The one downside to this pump is that the pump settings are not visible, you can only adjust the vacuum settings between up/down buttons, and there is no timer on the pump. I find the sleek design to be easy to clean, as the pump does not have any small parts. The pump comes with a great carrying bag that looks like a purse, as well as a small cute cooler and ice pack which really are a useful bonus! Another helpful addition that comes with the pump are bottle stands, which I find to be helpful when finishing up a pumping session to limit spilled milk! The breast shields have a soft outer rim which adds comfort, but most importantly it really helps keep the shields in place while using a pumping bra for hands free pumping. I was given this breast pump to try as part of the Stellar Product Testing Panel, but let me tell you it is a fantastic product that I would recommend to anyone.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from medela.comBy Your Customer Solutions Team, November 14, 2020
We're so glad to hear you enjoyed the comfort it provided! Thanks for also sharing your suggestions!
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