Customer reviews from medela.com
Medela - Hands-free Collection Cups - Yellow
Average customer rating
4.3
(69 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 69 reviews
5 Stars
38
4 Stars
19
3 Stars
7
2 Stars
2
1 Star
3
71%of customers recommend this product.
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5 out of
7)
Customer Reviews for Medela - Hands-free Collection Cups - Yellow
Customer Rating
3
Good hands free cups
on July 24, 2023
Posted by: Kinia13
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I loved that the cups are hands free and wearable. I am always on the go, working FT and being a mom you have to get creative, so having my hands free while I pump is really nice. It is easy to put the cups together and slip them into nursing bra. While I was pumping I was able to cook and do basic things around the house, picking up toys. Before I was always tied to a stool and night stand , which felt very hard because I pump full time so I was always pumping and felt I never had time for anything else.
The cups were easy to clean, it says 3 parts but I felt like I needed to clean the O ring, not really big deal for me but I know for others it might be. Few times I did have issue with the suction not being good if I didn’t maneuver the ring a little. Pouring the milk to a storage bag was a bit tricky due to the shape of the cups , milk got stuck in the spout, so you will have to be okay with losing some small of milk. Overall these are nice hands free cups that gave me the flexibility I needed in between longer pumping sessions, but I wouldn’t consider them being my only, go to.
Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this breast pump accessory.
The cups were easy to clean, it says 3 parts but I felt like I needed to clean the O ring, not really big deal for me but I know for others it might be. Few times I did have issue with the suction not being good if I didn’t maneuver the ring a little. Pouring the milk to a storage bag was a bit tricky due to the shape of the cups , milk got stuck in the spout, so you will have to be okay with losing some small of milk. Overall these are nice hands free cups that gave me the flexibility I needed in between longer pumping sessions, but I wouldn’t consider them being my only, go to.
Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for providing me with this breast pump accessory.
Response from medela.comBy *, Your Customer Solutions Team, August 29, 2023
Hi Kinia13--- Thank you for sharing your honest review, your feedback is instrumental in helping us improve on our designs. Please don't hesitate to contact us at 800-435-8316 if you have any questions or concerns about your Collection Cups. We'd be happy to help!
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Customer Rating
4
Medela hands free
on July 24, 2023
Posted by: Mmarquis
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I was given this product as part of the Stellar Review Testing Panel. I was so excited when I heard medela created a hands free collection cup that syncs with their current pumps and these cups did not disappoint. Pumping is hard and this has made my life so much easier!! I love how there’s so few parts and the fact that the cups are see through so I can always tell how much milk I collected.
Response from medela.comBy Your Customer Solutions Team, December 14, 2023
Hi Mmarquis--- We're so glad to know that the Hands-free Collection Cups helped make pumping easier for you! We wish you all the best!
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Customer Rating
4
A nice pumping accessory
on July 24, 2023
Posted by: Melissa
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These collection cups have been a nice addition to my pumping arsenal! It’s a much better alignment than I normally get with a nursing bra and the usual flanges attached to collection bottles, and they actually stay in place while I go about my day. I also like that they are easy to clean and simple to use - the last thing I need is a complicated gadget! I’m withholding a star because there’s not much that’s “discreet” about these cups and my production didn’t increase (although it didn’t decrease either). It’s a nice addition but not a necessity in my book. Thanks to the Stellar Product Testing Panel for sending me this to rate and review.
Response from medela.comBy Your Customer Solutions Team, December 14, 2023
Hi Melissa--- We're happy to know that you're enjoying the ease of use of the Hands-free Collection Cups! Thank you for your honest feedback!
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Customer Rating
4
Work well but
on July 24, 2023
Posted by: EliseA
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These work extremely well for turning a pump handsfree. I actually feel like the collection cups make my pump have better suction and I’ve noticed more output. My only issue is removing the cups if I get it too full I spill milk every time. I also have to make sure I take one cup off before I turn my pump off otherwise one’s side just falls off while I’m grabbing the other side unless I use my super tight pumpin bra in which case it makes these very uncomfortable to use. Otherwise I love these cups I received these free from Stellar product testing panel in exchange for my honest review
Response from medela.comBy Your Customer Solutions Team, December 14, 2023
Hi EliseA--- We appreciate your honest feedback! Please never hesitate to reach out to us at 800-435-8316 with any questions or concerns. We'd be happy to help!
Written by a customer while visiting medela.com
Customer Rating
4
Look Ma No Hands
on July 24, 2023
Posted by: Liz91
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love the hands free collection cups! What a game changer to be able to pump with the cups nested entirely in a bra and a shirt completely covering everything. I could read more easily, do dishes, and even go for a walk all while pumping. The collection cups are even easier to disassemble and clean than standard collection cups. At the beginning, I was able to get the same amount of milk pumping as with standard cups, but I did feel like the performance started to drop over time.
I received this product to test as part of
The Stellar Product Testing Panel.
I received this product to test as part of
The Stellar Product Testing Panel.
Response from medela.comBy Your Customer Solutions Team, December 14, 2023
Hi Liz91--- We're overjoyed that you love them! Please never hesitate to reach out to us at 800-435-8316 with any questions or concerns about your Collection Cups. We'd be happy to help!
Written by a customer while visiting medela.com
Customer Rating
4
Hands free pumping
on July 24, 2023
Posted by: Katie
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this product as part of the stellar product testing panel, and they couldn’t have come at a better time in my pumping journey! The hands free collection cups were pretty easy to use! I loved that they were only 3 pieces to wash, and I didn’t feel like I sacrificed any output in favor of convenience. I was able to move around, get ready for the day, or other activities while pumping. I loved these at work as well because I felt less exposed. No one ever walks in… but there’s always the uneasiness that someone will see when wearing traditional flanges. I will say as they became fuller, they did splash a bit from the hole in the top if I moved quickly or bent over. It was a bit of a learning curve on how to move, but never was the splash a devastating amount of liquid gold ;)
Assembling the cups was rather difficult at the start. They didn’t clip together as I expected, but I did ultimately like the smooth edge design. The o-ring does not need to be removed every time, but I felt a bit uncomfortable knowing if it was dry or not, so most days I did remove it for the final cleaning. They were so easy to rinse and pop in the dishwasher.
The best part about these cups is the ability to pop them right into any nursing bra. I loved not wearing a traditional pumping bra all day, or needing to change before my pumping break. They are pretty small and discreet - although they do have a bit of a Dolly vibe - so I felt comfortable pumping in different places than I would have with traditional flanges.
Assembling the cups was rather difficult at the start. They didn’t clip together as I expected, but I did ultimately like the smooth edge design. The o-ring does not need to be removed every time, but I felt a bit uncomfortable knowing if it was dry or not, so most days I did remove it for the final cleaning. They were so easy to rinse and pop in the dishwasher.
The best part about these cups is the ability to pop them right into any nursing bra. I loved not wearing a traditional pumping bra all day, or needing to change before my pumping break. They are pretty small and discreet - although they do have a bit of a Dolly vibe - so I felt comfortable pumping in different places than I would have with traditional flanges.
Response from medela.comBy Your Customer Solutions Team, December 14, 2023
Hi Katie--- We appreciate your honest feedback! Wishing you the best!
Written by a customer while visiting medela.com
Customer Rating
4
Great for convenience
on July 24, 2023
Posted by: CAC10
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] These hands-free collection cups are a game-changer when it comes to hands free pumping. When using my pump, I typically only move around if necessary as it is uncomfortable for me to move around with flanges on. With the hands-free collection cups, I have been able to move around and get things done without discomfort. I’ve simply put the pump in a pocket and move around almost as normal.
While I feel my output it slightly less with the cups, I pump enough to continue using the cups on occasion for convenience. With other hands-free pumps, I have not gotten anywhere as much output and have never continued use.
The cups are a little difficult to take apart to clean, probably since the parts have to be very tight fit to prevent leaks, however this would not prevent me from using the cups.
I look forward to using these for the remainder of my time breastfeeding!
Thank you to Stellar Product testing for providing this product to try.
Response from medela.comBy Your Customer Solutions Team, December 14, 2023
Hi CAC10--- We're glad to know that you have enjoyed the portability that the Hands-free Collection Cups offer! Thank you for sharing your honest feedback with us. Please never hesitate to contact us at 800-435-8316 if you have any questions or need assistance. We'd be happy to help!
Written by a customer while visiting medela.com
Customer Rating
4
Solid investment for a working mom
on July 25, 2023
Posted by: Miya
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received this breast pump accessory from the Stellar Product Testing Panel, but I could definitely see myself buying these! I'm about 10 months into my breastfeeding journey and just began working since having my baby. These hands-free collection cups have been a complete lifesaver. I work as a receptionist so the discreet design was a huge advantage, and I loved how easy they were to clean compared to other wearables I've had in the past. The cups have been great for maintaining my supply, and I've actually noticed that I get more from these than my wall pump now! They are a little difficult to assemble/disassemble, but once you get past the learning curve it becomes second nature. I really like the new O-ring as it does make the cups feel more securely closed, and its especially nice that they dont have to be removed for cleaning. I think the biggest perk to having these cups has been being able to actually get things done around the house and at work without having to be hooked to the wall for 15-30 minutes.
Response from medela.comBy Your Customer Solutions Team, December 14, 2023
Hi Miya--- It's so wonderful to hear that! Thank you for your honest feedback!
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