Great review. She was right abut everyone hyping up the Spectra 2. I had done my own research and originally chosen Lansinoh but a few people kept telling me to get the Spectra. After looking at this video I think I will stay with my original decision of the Lansinoh Smartpump.
Thank you for making this video. I absolutely love the Lansinoh Smart pump even over my S1. It happened that when I started using the Lansinoh i started getting more oz.
I really liked the lasinoh smartpump and got it for free with insurance but I really wish it had a rechargeable battery! It uses 6 AA batteries..... I tried many different brands of batteries and I was only able to get 3 sessions each time and then batteries would run out! Batteries are expensive and it adds up! So I ended up going out and buying a spectra s1 and that has worked out a lot better.....
Happy to hear you found something that works for you momma! You can use traditional rechargeable batteries in it. I used the Amazon brand batteries didn't have to replace them too often.
Thank you for your video! My insurance covers both the Lansinoh Smart Pump and Spectra S2 ( I can get the S1 with $75 upgrade). I'm due in August and I'm leaning towards the Lansinoh Smart Pump but the Insurance Company tried steering me towards the Spectra. AT this point, do you still recommend Lansinoh? Thank you so much!
I have the Spectra and do find that I can't seem to get the best flow going. I was thinking of buying the smart pump and love that it's a lot smaller too. But I just got my Spectra too so I might keep trying it.
Wow!!! This is an amazing review and you’re right about that there are more reviews about spectra but I’m looking other features as the portability because we like to travel, getting the parts and how convenient it’s the price and I’m second time mom, my older is 11 yo, but at that time I didn’t know that the breastpump existed so I’m feeling like first time mom again gathering all the information. Thank you for this video. 💓
Hello! First of all- thank you, thank you. Your videos are very helpful. I used the Medela Freestyle and rented the Medela Symphony with my son. I pumped a lot with him and was going to go with Spectra S2 this time (due in April). I was just about to order it when I saw the Medela Pump in Style Max Flow, but after your review on that I was back to the Spectra S2. I had not even considered the Lansinoh Signature or Smartpump and now because of you I'm considering them. I had to supplement with formula with my son. He probably got 60-70% breastmilk, but I was never a great producer. I may end up wanting to rent the Symphony again, but if I don't have to-even better! So if the Symphony worked fairly well for me, but my supply could use improvement...would you recommend the Lansinoh Signature, Smartpump or Spectra S2- all 3 are Free through my insurance. Your comment about frequency hit home for me as with the Freestyle I often felt like I had to turn it up to almost the highest setting and that sometimes didn't feel like enough. I forget what exact setting I used with the Symphony, but it was on the higher side (I'm a bit impatient so maybe that's why I wanted higher settings, but sensitivity never seemed to be an issue for me) Thank you!
Hey momma! So happy to help! If you can I would see if you could rent the symphony to start off with and then transition to the Lansinoh 2.0. If you like the Symphony you probably enjoy a higher level of suction and I felt like the Spectra lacked a little on that for me. It was great in a lot of other ways but just wasn’t quite enough. The Smart Pump 2.0 has a lot of settings for suction and frequency and is my every day pump!
Hi Alia! Thank you so much for this much needed comparison video. I'm finalizing on which breastpump to go with. Does the Lansinoh Smart pump have a memory setting?
Everyone recommends the spectra! I don’t like my spectra 😕 I can’t stand the vibration, it feels like pin needles on my nipples. I want to run away! Does the lansinoh have a similar vibration? I watched the video it just wasn’t clear to me if they are similar on that “feature”? Thank you!
I was wondering if you have ever used some of the cheaper off brand pump accessories? and if the savings is really worth it? thank you I love your reviews and how you give a list of pros and cons and then a small personal opinion.
Yep! I've used Maymom parts. Honestly it's all plastic and I've never noticed the difference so I would say go for it! Thank you(: I try really hard to make well rounded reviews!
Your reviews are so helpful!! Thank you! Could you possibly do a comparison of the Sepctra S9+ and the Amenda Mya? I’d be so interested to hear your thoughts before picking one!
Thank you for the helpful reviews! I was curious to know if I can use other brand bottles with the Lansinoh SmartPump. I was looking into the Tommee Tippee or Avent bottles.
Hey girl I was watching all of your TH-cam videos of your Breast pump comparisons , and am still torn between the Lansinoh or the spectra 2. Two of my friends have the spectra and they love it. But I noticed you love the Lansinoh more. Can you explain the reasons why you Perfer the Lansinoh over the spectra . It’s such a hard decision . After watching and reading so much reviews, it just confused me so much more, and don’t know which to choose from Aeroflow!
I have a couple questions as I just bought the lansinoh smartpump (my insurance didn't cover anything but a hand pump which sucked.) in still currently pregnant and with my son I had to use the medela symphony because he was sick (didn't even know exclusively pumping was a thing until I had him) anyways. How often do you have to change your purple membranes and how many hours would you say the batteries last for it?
Congrats! Sorry to hear about the coverage :/ I've used the Lansinoh for a year now and I haven't had to replace the purple membranes ever. You'd only wanna do that if there was a tear or damage done to them. And I would say I get about 2.5-3 hours worth out of my batteries(:
I didn't know I could choose which pump through my insurance they gave me the madela in style advance so I guess I'll have to come out of pocket. thanks for the info
Lauren Wilkes they never have given me any choice so I figured they only supply the one but they provide 3 different ones they make the choice for you...but it's paid for just wish I could have picked
MissDA4 My insurance only let me choose between 2 pumps (Ameda and Madela) when I called over the phone....However, on their website I see up to 10 choices...I'm so fed up with customer service idiots always giving me wrong information or clueless...😳😳😳😳
Your videos are very helpful! Could you do a comparison between Ameda Finesse and Lansinoh Smartpump? I like that both are more compact as i already own a Medela, but I want to know between the two which you find work better. Thanks!!
I could whenever I breastfeed again but I’m not currently pregnant so I’m not sure thatd be anytime soon. I will say the Lansinoh is my favorite pump by far out of the 10+ I’ve tried
would you say the lansinoh has a stronger suction than a pisa ? I have a pisa and I am hating it right now ! I can't get empty with it, I have to squeeze and squeeze until I'm finally empty and even then I still seem to have more milk , I want to buy a new pump but after spending money on this one I really am stressed on making the right choice , do you have any suggestions for something with very strong suction,and something very customizable? love your videos, am so excited when a new one comes out, and I almost had a fan girl heart attack the other day when an Admin who sized my flanges at bbb told me "alia herself said they look great" hahaha
I used the lansinoh double pump and I loved him. Ive heard talk 9f the s2. I wanted to do my research . Im leaning towards getting me a new pump which will be the lasinoh. I pumped alot of milk thsy pump emptied all the milk out of my breast. I started using supplements lole mothers milk tea, eat fenugreek seeds, Drinking tea fenugreek tea. I also pumped every 2 hours. I produced betwwen 50-70 oz of a milk a day. My entire freezer was filled with milk n i had to store extra milk at my cousin house. This pump works. This time around i may get a hands free breast pump bra. You won't regret the lasinoh.
I love your video, super descriptive! I was wondering though, I have the option to get both but I can't decide. I'm a ftm and I'm due in a little under 2 weeks so I need to decide soon, the lansinoh really has my eye and the one I'm offered come with more parts, but my health provider recommend the s2 . I plan on staying home, I just have nobody else to ask that has experiences with pumps. My plan is to exclusively pump, and maybe occasionally breast feed. Thanks!!!!!
I may be odd ball out here but I'd put my money on spectra just on parts. If I went back to my signature pro with all lansinoh parts I'd pull my hair out. I have a review lost in no mans land up on Amazon showcasing my dislike of the pump overall. Both spectra and lansinoh i did some parts switching with with both mixed and excellent results depending on which parts were switched and from which companies. Like you I have tried a lot of pumps I could do video reviews on also but It's also good to be ab;e to hear different thoughts about the pumps.
Thanks for your review! Can you explain what you mean by “frequency”? Or point me to a video that explains these settings/terminology? When I googled it, my search was unsuccessful. I am leaning towards the Lansinoh based on your review and personal research but when I researched the pump itself, it had worse reviews than the 4.9 that you cited though that could only be because of when you recorded the video vs when I looked it up. Thanks so much in advance
Frequency is how often it’s suctioning/releasing suction. Like fast pace versus slow paced. I still prefer Lansinoh over Spectra pumps but that’s just my opinion!
Hi, this is a helpful review, may I also ask which is more quiet pump, smartpump 2.0 or signature pro lansinoh? I need a quiet motor so I will not wake up my baby during night pumping. Thank you!
Hello, I wanted to know since you have used the lansinoh pump for some time now if you happen to know and bottle adapters connect to it for a bottle that is not lansinoh.
I wish I had seen this before I ordered my pump through insurance. I already have a Spectra 2 and just went with another since that seemed like that best option. I called to see if I could exchange it and they said I could for a $50 fee. Do you think it would be worth it to do that since I have a Spectra 2 already. It's 2 years old with about 4.5 months of use on it. The rest of the time it was in storage.
It depends momma. If you were completely happy and had no problems with the Spectra, I would just get the second one. Couldn’t hurt to have two of the pump you love! If you felt like it was lacking a bit, then I would pay the $50 to get the Lansinoh!
Leaning towards lansinoh smartpump, but I'm wondering do they have other flange sizes than the 2 that come with the pump? If not, what is the alternative? One of the reasons I like lansinoh is for the rubber edge.
This answered everything!! Thank you for making another video. Do you have a video of how you learn what frequency and modes are best for you, like how you found out this is what u need?
Yay! Happy to help momma. I have one for the Spectra that's on my channel where I go over that. It's called "How to Use Your Spectra S2 Breast Pump". I have one for the Lansinoh that will be up this week (:
Helo i have baby of one month old my milk supply is sufficient but due to inverted nipples I m unable to give milk to my baby because she can't suck through inverted nipples so I m giving her formula milk.but know I decided to give her breast milk exclusively through breast pump and my nipples are also some injured because I tried to give my baby milk and she pulled hard to get milk so which pump is better and affordable for me. Please suggest me. And also I m from Pakistan a country in Asia so can Spectra be online buy in Pakistan please tell me.
CityBlueLightss also it should not take you that long to empty even on the lower settings. I am leaning towards your assemblement, make sure the arrows are facing upwards towards you or check your flange size
CityBlueLightss, Actually that can be normal! Some mommas take longer to empty. As long as you aren't in pain and causing nipple trauma then it's okay to pump that long. It's also necessary to make sure you empty to keep your supply. You could try taking lecithin (as long as no history of depression), a warm compress, massaging while pumping and using the let down phase a lot. It takes me 45 minutes to empty on a regular session(:
Just the video I needed, currently waiting for Aeroflow to get back to me about my insurance benefits - I'm hoping to get the Lansinoh Signature or Lansinoh Smart pump. I love my spectra and it's my baby but the parts aren't cheap, it's a little bulky for travel and it doesn't have a battery pack. Even if my insurance doesn't cover the Lansinoh - it is so affordable on amazon! Thank you for this video!!!
Insurance is giving me the option of Medela Pump In Style® with Max Flow™ // SPECTRA 9 PLUS // SPECTRA S2 PLUS // OR Lansinoh Smartpump 2.0 Deluxe. Which one would you go for please? THanks !
Ok, so a couple strange questions: does the lansinoh work as efficiently when double pumping as when single pumping? I used and loved it with my first, but only ever single pumped, and had to use the highest settings. I want to double pump this time, and if the suction isn't the same, it won't work. Also, as an exclusive pumper, have you found the machine life of the lansinoh to be satisfactory? And last question: do you think it would be doable to use the tubes and kit from the lansinoh on the s2? Are the tubes the same size, would they fit on the tube connection for the s2, etc? I love love love the collection/storage/feeding system from lansinoh, but my understanding all around is that the s2 is the better machine. Since you own both, what do you think? Thanks for your time and your videos! They are so helpful!
Not strange! No, it won't be the same for any pump though. When you double pump it'll split the vacuum strength between both lines so single pumping will always give you more strength. Yep, I've been using it for 8+ months (probably around 4 hours of use every day) and no problems so far! Also, you could use the tubing from the Lansinoh on the Spectra but you wouldn't be able to use the backflow protector so it wouldn't be a closed system. Thank you for watching! (:
Hi there. I had the Medea pump in style advanced with my first and it worked great then but I feel like with my second child it doesn’t work as well. It’s the same pump, many years later. Lol. But my insurance will cover the spectra s2, the Ameda mya, the Lansinoh smartpump or sig, as well as Medea pump in style. I have watched so many reviews... please help. My Medea is 10 years old and still works but thinking maybe motor not as strong, and my breast are a bit different the second time around. What pump would you suggest if free through insurance? Thank you ,
It's a technicality I like to mention because I think it's important. Of course you have the option to not give them the details but I wanted to include that fact for moms to be aware.
Does the Lansinoh have a night light to pump at night? Does it have to be plugged in to be use? Or can it just be charge and be fine even without the battery
I ended up getting the smartpump through my insurance and the spectra as a gift. I originally watched this when I was trying to figure out which I wanted through my insurance. And I’m trying to decide if I should sell the unused one or keep it Incase I end up disliking the other. I’m due with my first baby in 3 and a half weeks so I know nothing about pumps lol
I'd keep it in case you don't like one of them! Pumps feel different to every woman and everyone prefers something different. Even though I love the Lansinoh you may end up loving the Spectra. Try them both out and keep the other around as a back up if you like it. If you really dislike one then I would recommend selling it but not unless you'd never use it.
Hi Alia, I love all of your videos. Learnt a lot while I am pumping as a first time breast feeding mum. I also live in Australia, and avent and tommie tippee are the most common pumps except medela. When you do your next round of pump review, I am curious to know your opinions on those pumps. Personally, I could not say enough good things about avent.
Hey my son is 4 months now and I use the ameda but now it seems like it's not pulling the milk out..which would you say would have a stronger suction the lansinoh or the spectra s2 ????
I have the medela pump from my first pregnancy. Unfortunately, it was super rough on my nipples and I could not get more than an 1oz out. I also apparently have inverted nipples... Which one would be best for me?
It sounds like Spectra may be the best option since you have super sensitive nipples! With the inverted nipples you may need to stimulate them to make them extrovert. You can try ice cubes, a manual pump for a couple minutes or Lansinoh makes a little device to help as well!
I love your channel and thank you so much for your good explanation. Does Lansinoh have breast massage options? And in your opinion which one is the best between spectra s2 and Lansinoh, so I will go definitely with your reccomandation.
I’m so happy to hear that and to help! I prefer Lansinoh over Spectra personally! I think it offers a bit more. And I don’t think Lansinoh carries any products like that. But LaVie does and I’ve reviewed them on my channel!
I am new to the BP world as I am expecting early September and currently scouting for pumps through my insurance. I heard a lot of good things about the spectra s2 and now seeing this video on the lansinoh, I want to double pump and breast feed as well but I'm super confused on what pump to get 😫 help Lol
I have heard people mention they have but I would make sure there’s a good fit with the Lansinoh connector and Avent bottle. Make sure it doesn’t shake loose or leak before you pump into that way you don’t lose any precious milk!
Yes! I used it like that a lot actually. I noticed absolutely no difference in the performance of the pump when using it with batteries. Just make sure you get a good brand of batteries that don’t drain easy and you’ll be okay. I used the Amazon brand of batteries. I believe I got 3 hours of use from them give or take.
I wanted the spectra s2 but my insurance said they dont cover it even though it was on the list. And the lansinoh is what I chose. Also the new Mandela pump was on there. Should have went with it.
No, not really. I wouldn't say there's much to it. I typically only do it if I'm testing out a pump because I think consistency is something my boobs thrive on lol. But I would just whatever pump I wanted at certain sessions. And I always make sure that I get as empty as possible. If a certain pump can't do that, I'll finish with one that I know will (:
Hello, I'm about to give birth and I was looking into the best pump for me, my insurance does cover my pump though I wanted to know with your experience do insurance companies give more then one pump if one doesn't work out for you? im in between lansinoh smartpump or the spectra s2. i am on the sensitive side so i would love your feedback! thanks :)
Congrats momma! No, they won't switch your pump out and most insurances are 1 breast pump per year or per pregnancy. I would lean towards the Spectra S2 then and I hope you like it!(:
Based on this review, I really like the Lansinoh Smart Pump, except for the battery option, because I don't want to buy so many batteries. I was planning on making the Spectra S2 portable by using a rechargeable battery bank with it. Do you know if I could do this with the Lansinoh instead of using AA batteries?
Do mean using adapters to use other companies parts? If so, yep I have. When I tried the Spectra I didn't care for their parts so I wanted to use the Medela parts that I had a ton of and liked better. But that's the only thing I did. I'm not sure what modifications could be made to the Lanisnoh but I never found a reason to do anything to it.
I'm looking at the spectra s1 (so it has the rechargeable battery) and the lansinoh smart pump. Do you really feel like the lansinoh is just as quiet as the spectra? (They are both quieter than the medela pump in style right? I use that currently)
I would say the Spectra is probably a bit quieter than the Lansinoh (when the Lansinoh is on higher levels). But I feel like what you get out of the Lansinoh makes it far worth any noise level even though it’s decently quiet compared to some!
I was not successful with breast feeding with my first son, only made it 3 weeks. He didn’t latch well and I didn’t know what I was doing. I want to try and make it longer this second time around and just found out I’m able to get a pump through insurance. I’m debating between the SmartPump and the Spectra S2... not sure which one is better. They both have good reviews.
You got this momma! Try not to worry about everything (I know easier said than done lol) and reach out for support when you need it! I would personally choose the Lansinoh, it’s my favorite(:
I enjoyed the spectra 2, I had the same problem, my son would not latch I went frm making 15 oz a day to 5 oz, but I power pumped and when my nips were sore I would put the lowest setting on spectra and when I lost the bottles Infound out the philips advent and the mam bottles could fit onto the pump adapters. Pkus the night light has saved my ass so many times. But its up to you. Mine did come with a wall plug though,I also liked the travel even flo, its loud but it strong enough and gentle enough for my boobs. Best of luck.
Great review. She was right abut everyone hyping up the Spectra 2. I had done my own research and originally chosen Lansinoh but a few people kept telling me to get the Spectra. After looking at this video I think I will stay with my original decision of the Lansinoh Smartpump.
Hope you love it momma!!😊
Shakuwra Camphor same here!
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Thank you for making this video. I absolutely love the Lansinoh Smart pump even over my S1. It happened that when I started using the Lansinoh i started getting more oz.
Woohoo! How exciting! Yay for more milk(:
Thank you for breaking down the info. Seems every mother on youtube prefers Lansinoh even over madela.
Happy to help!! I’m glad it’s getting the attention and praise it deserves!
Thank you so much for providing helpful advice to new mothers! This was a great review of the two pumps!
So happy to help momma!💕
I really liked the lasinoh smartpump and got it for free with insurance but I really wish it had a rechargeable battery! It uses 6 AA batteries..... I tried many different brands of batteries and I was only able to get 3 sessions each time and then batteries would run out! Batteries are expensive and it adds up! So I ended up going out and buying a spectra s1 and that has worked out a lot better.....
Happy to hear you found something that works for you momma! You can use traditional rechargeable batteries in it. I used the Amazon brand batteries didn't have to replace them too often.
Thank you for your video! My insurance covers both the Lansinoh Smart Pump and Spectra S2 ( I can get the S1 with $75 upgrade). I'm due in August and I'm leaning towards the Lansinoh Smart Pump but the Insurance Company tried steering me towards the Spectra. AT this point, do you still recommend Lansinoh? Thank you so much!
The Lansinoh pro is now $87 at Walmart and $120 for the Lansinoh Smart.😊
Woohoo! What a steal! Thank you for letting us know!
I have the Spectra and do find that I can't seem to get the best flow going. I was thinking of buying the smart pump and love that it's a lot smaller too. But I just got my Spectra too so I might keep trying it.
Try pumping in only let down phase! Although I do love my Lansinohs and the fact I don't have to worry about that problem with them.
Momma Alia I'll have to try that!
Wow!!! This is an amazing review and you’re right about that there are more reviews about spectra but I’m looking other features as the portability because we like to travel, getting the parts and how convenient it’s the price and I’m second time mom, my older is 11 yo, but at that time I didn’t know that the breastpump existed so I’m feeling like first time mom again gathering all the information. Thank you for this video. 💓
Happy to help momma! Happy pumping
Hello! First of all- thank you, thank you. Your videos are very helpful.
I used the Medela Freestyle and rented the Medela Symphony with my son. I pumped a lot with him and was going to go with Spectra S2 this time (due in April). I was just about to order it when I saw the Medela Pump in Style Max Flow, but after your review on that I was back to the Spectra S2. I had not even considered the Lansinoh Signature or Smartpump and now because of you I'm considering them.
I had to supplement with formula with my son. He probably got 60-70% breastmilk, but I was never a great producer.
I may end up wanting to rent the Symphony again, but if I don't have to-even better! So if the Symphony worked fairly well for me, but my supply could use improvement...would you recommend the Lansinoh Signature, Smartpump or Spectra S2- all 3 are Free through my insurance. Your comment about frequency hit home for me as with the Freestyle I often felt like I had to turn it up to almost the highest setting and that sometimes didn't feel like enough. I forget what exact setting I used with the Symphony, but it was on the higher side (I'm a bit impatient so maybe that's why I wanted higher settings, but sensitivity never seemed to be an issue for me)
Thank you!
Hey momma! So happy to help! If you can I would see if you could rent the symphony to start off with and then transition to the Lansinoh 2.0. If you like the Symphony you probably enjoy a higher level of suction and I felt like the Spectra lacked a little on that for me. It was great in a lot of other ways but just wasn’t quite enough. The Smart Pump 2.0 has a lot of settings for suction and frequency and is my every day pump!
Hi Alia! Thank you so much for this much needed comparison video. I'm finalizing on which breastpump to go with. Does the Lansinoh Smart pump have a memory setting?
I love your channel so much!! Great reviews and you have every review comparison I’ve looked for so far. Thank you 😊💖
Aw thank you!! Happy to help!☺️💕
Everyone recommends the spectra! I don’t like my spectra 😕 I can’t stand the vibration, it feels like pin needles on my nipples. I want to run away! Does the lansinoh have a similar vibration? I watched the video it just wasn’t clear to me if they are similar on that “feature”? Thank you!
I was wondering if you have ever used some of the cheaper off brand pump accessories? and if the savings is really worth it? thank you I love your reviews and how you give a list of pros and cons and then a small personal opinion.
Yep! I've used Maymom parts. Honestly it's all plastic and I've never noticed the difference so I would say go for it! Thank you(: I try really hard to make well rounded reviews!
Your reviews are so helpful!! Thank you! Could you possibly do a comparison of the Sepctra S9+ and the Amenda Mya? I’d be so interested to hear your thoughts before picking one!
Yes, I will try to do that one! Tried to get my hands on a S9+ awhile ago but they were temporarily not being sold :/
Thank you for the helpful reviews! I was curious to know if I can use other brand bottles with the Lansinoh SmartPump. I was looking into the Tommee Tippee or Avent bottles.
For the Lansinoh, MAM, Dollar General wise neck bottles, Joovy and Hygeia orange adapter for standard bottles work!
Hey girl I was watching all of your TH-cam videos of your Breast pump comparisons , and am still torn between the Lansinoh or the spectra 2. Two of my friends have the spectra and they love it. But I noticed you love the Lansinoh more. Can you explain the reasons why you Perfer the Lansinoh over the spectra . It’s such a hard decision . After watching and reading so much reviews, it just confused me so much more, and don’t know which to choose from Aeroflow!
I think we talked on Instagram DMs but I would still say Lansinoh wins in my opinion!
I have a couple questions as I just bought the lansinoh smartpump (my insurance didn't cover anything but a hand pump which sucked.) in still currently pregnant and with my son I had to use the medela symphony because he was sick (didn't even know exclusively pumping was a thing until I had him) anyways. How often do you have to change your purple membranes and how many hours would you say the batteries last for it?
Congrats! Sorry to hear about the coverage :/ I've used the Lansinoh for a year now and I haven't had to replace the purple membranes ever. You'd only wanna do that if there was a tear or damage done to them. And I would say I get about 2.5-3 hours worth out of my batteries(:
I didn't know I could choose which pump through my insurance they gave me the madela in style advance so I guess I'll have to come out of pocket. thanks for the info
I think the PISA is still a great pump!
MissDA4 not all insurance offer a variety, some only provide one kind of pump.
Lauren Wilkes they never have given me any choice so I figured they only supply the one but they provide 3 different ones they make the choice for you...but it's paid for just wish I could have picked
MissDA4 oh that sucks. With my first my insurance only provided the Ameda, this time I have different insurance and I have a pretty big variety.
MissDA4 My insurance only let me choose between 2 pumps (Ameda and Madela) when I called over the phone....However, on their website I see up to 10 choices...I'm so fed up with customer service idiots always giving me wrong information or clueless...😳😳😳😳
Your videos are very helpful! Could you do a comparison between Ameda Finesse and Lansinoh Smartpump? I like that both are more compact as i already own a Medela, but I want to know between the two which you find work better. Thanks!!
I could whenever I breastfeed again but I’m not currently pregnant so I’m not sure thatd be anytime soon. I will say the Lansinoh is my favorite pump by far out of the 10+ I’ve tried
Ok! Thank you for the reply and your opinion!!
would you say the lansinoh has a stronger suction than a pisa ? I have a pisa and I am hating it right now ! I can't get empty with it, I have to squeeze and squeeze until I'm finally empty and even then I still seem to have more milk , I want to buy a new pump but after spending money on this one I really am stressed on making the right choice ,
do you have any suggestions for something with very strong suction,and something very customizable?
love your videos, am so excited when a new one comes out, and I almost had a fan girl heart attack the other day when an Admin who sized my flanges at bbb told me "alia herself said they look great" hahaha
Thanks so much for your revies, I'm really thinking about getting the lansinoh pump, but would you recommend it for exclusive pumping?
Absolutely! I've EP'ed with it now for around 6-8 months and still love it(:
I used the lansinoh double pump and I loved him. Ive heard talk 9f the s2. I wanted to do my research . Im leaning towards getting me a new pump which will be the lasinoh. I pumped alot of milk thsy pump emptied all the milk out of my breast. I started using supplements lole mothers milk tea, eat fenugreek seeds, Drinking tea fenugreek tea. I also pumped every 2 hours. I produced betwwen 50-70 oz of a milk a day. My entire freezer was filled with milk n i had to store extra milk at my cousin house. This pump works. This time around i may get a hands free breast pump bra. You won't regret the lasinoh.
I love your video, super descriptive! I was wondering though, I have the option to get both but I can't decide. I'm a ftm and I'm due in a little under 2 weeks so I need to decide soon, the lansinoh really has my eye and the one I'm offered come with more parts, but my health provider recommend the s2 . I plan on staying home, I just have nobody else to ask that has experiences with pumps. My plan is to exclusively pump, and maybe occasionally breast feed. Thanks!!!!!
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I may be odd ball out here but I'd put my money on spectra just on parts. If I went back to my signature pro with all lansinoh parts I'd pull my hair out. I have a review lost in no mans land up on Amazon showcasing my dislike of the pump overall.
Both spectra and lansinoh i did some parts switching with with both mixed and excellent results depending on which parts were switched and from which companies. Like you I have tried a lot of pumps I could do video reviews on also but It's also good to be ab;e to hear different thoughts about the pumps.
www.amazon.com/review/R2JHNUAQM6N6WW/ref=cm_cr_rdp_perm
Oh yeah, Spectra has far less parts to it!
That it does. Much less parts.
Thanks for your review! Can you explain what you mean by “frequency”? Or point me to a video that explains these settings/terminology? When I googled it, my search was unsuccessful. I am leaning towards the Lansinoh based on your review and personal research but when I researched the pump itself, it had worse reviews than the 4.9 that you cited though that could only be because of when you recorded the video vs when I looked it up. Thanks so much in advance
Frequency is how often it’s suctioning/releasing suction. Like fast pace versus slow paced. I still prefer Lansinoh over Spectra pumps but that’s just my opinion!
Lansinoh has option for bags? Thank you for this comparison! I read somewhere that Lansinoh smartpump has really nice shield, too. :)
Hi, this is a helpful review, may I also ask which is more quiet pump, smartpump 2.0 or signature pro lansinoh? I need a quiet motor so I will not wake up my baby during night pumping. Thank you!
2.0 all the way! I forget to turn it off sometimes after I unhook because of how quiet it is lol!
Great review! are you aware if either of these pumps is dual voltage (110 and 220)?
Thank you!! I’m sorry, I’m not sure!
Hello, I wanted to know since you have used the lansinoh pump for some time now if you happen to know and bottle adapters connect to it for a bottle that is not lansinoh.
I wish I had seen this before I ordered my pump through insurance. I already have a Spectra 2 and just went with another since that seemed like that best option. I called to see if I could exchange it and they said I could for a $50 fee. Do you think it would be worth it to do that since I have a Spectra 2 already. It's 2 years old with about 4.5 months of use on it. The rest of the time it was in storage.
It depends momma. If you were completely happy and had no problems with the Spectra, I would just get the second one. Couldn’t hurt to have two of the pump you love! If you felt like it was lacking a bit, then I would pay the $50 to get the Lansinoh!
I actually ended up keeping the Spectra and winning a bid for a sealed one on Ebay for $50. So for the same $50 now I have them both. 😍
Leaning towards lansinoh smartpump, but I'm wondering do they have other flange sizes than the 2 that come with the pump? If not, what is the alternative? One of the reasons I like lansinoh is for the rubber edge.
This answered everything!! Thank you for making another video. Do you have a video of how you learn what frequency and modes are best for you, like how you found out this is what u need?
Yay! Happy to help momma. I have one for the Spectra that's on my channel where I go over that. It's called "How to Use Your Spectra S2 Breast Pump". I have one for the Lansinoh that will be up this week (:
Helo i have baby of one month old my milk supply is sufficient but due to inverted nipples I m unable to give milk to my baby because she can't suck through inverted nipples so I m giving her formula milk.but know I decided to give her breast milk exclusively through breast pump and my nipples are also some injured because I tried to give my baby milk and she pulled hard to get milk so which pump is better and affordable for me. Please suggest me. And also I m from Pakistan a country in Asia so can Spectra be online buy in Pakistan please tell me.
Kanza Talha Try a nipple shield. Happy Breastfeeding and stay encouraged!!
I absolutely love my smartpump, I use it everyday at work with batteries. it empties my breasts in less than 10mins.
Marilyn_07 silent whispers it takes me a good 40 min how do you do it
CityBlueLightss all my modes are on the highest suction level. honestly the first few times the suction was too high but I slowly got use to it.
CityBlueLightss also it should not take you that long to empty even on the lower settings. I am leaning towards your assemblement, make sure the arrows are facing upwards towards you or check your flange size
CityBlueLightss, Actually that can be normal! Some mommas take longer to empty. As long as you aren't in pain and causing nipple trauma then it's okay to pump that long. It's also necessary to make sure you empty to keep your supply. You could try taking lecithin (as long as no history of depression), a warm compress, massaging while pumping and using the let down phase a lot. It takes me 45 minutes to empty on a regular session(:
Marilyn_07 silent whispers, Yay! So Glad you love it! It's definitely my favorite(:
Just the video I needed, currently waiting for Aeroflow to get back to me about my insurance benefits - I'm hoping to get the Lansinoh Signature or Lansinoh Smart pump. I love my spectra and it's my baby but the parts aren't cheap, it's a little bulky for travel and it doesn't have a battery pack. Even if my insurance doesn't cover the Lansinoh - it is so affordable on amazon! Thank you for this video!!!
You're more than welcome momma! Fingers crossed it's covered!
Momma Alia update! The smart pump is covered by my insurance!! This was the easiest process ever going through Aeroflow!! 😊🙌
Insurance is giving me the option of Medela Pump In Style® with Max Flow™ // SPECTRA 9 PLUS // SPECTRA S2 PLUS // OR Lansinoh Smartpump 2.0 Deluxe. Which one would you go for please? THanks !
SmartPump 2.0 is still my favorite, every day pump 1.5 years later!
Ok, so a couple strange questions: does the lansinoh work as efficiently when double pumping as when single pumping? I used and loved it with my first, but only ever single pumped, and had to use the highest settings. I want to double pump this time, and if the suction isn't the same, it won't work. Also, as an exclusive pumper, have you found the machine life of the lansinoh to be satisfactory? And last question: do you think it would be doable to use the tubes and kit from the lansinoh on the s2? Are the tubes the same size, would they fit on the tube connection for the s2, etc? I love love love the collection/storage/feeding system from lansinoh, but my understanding all around is that the s2 is the better machine. Since you own both, what do you think? Thanks for your time and your videos! They are so helpful!
Not strange! No, it won't be the same for any pump though. When you double pump it'll split the vacuum strength between both lines so single pumping will always give you more strength. Yep, I've been using it for 8+ months (probably around 4 hours of use every day) and no problems so far! Also, you could use the tubing from the Lansinoh on the Spectra but you wouldn't be able to use the backflow protector so it wouldn't be a closed system. Thank you for watching! (:
Hi there. I had the Medea pump in style advanced with my first and it worked great then but I feel like with my second child it doesn’t work as well. It’s the same pump, many years later. Lol. But my insurance will cover the spectra s2, the Ameda mya, the Lansinoh smartpump or sig, as well as Medea pump in style. I have watched so many reviews... please help. My Medea is 10 years old and still works but thinking maybe motor not as strong, and my breast are a bit different the second time around. What pump would you suggest if free through insurance? Thank you ,
Lansinoh SmartPump!
What do you mean it will void the warranty? If you want to use the waranty for the motor, they wouldnt know u use third party parts???
It's a technicality I like to mention because I think it's important. Of course you have the option to not give them the details but I wanted to include that fact for moms to be aware.
Does the Lansinoh have a night light to pump at night? Does it have to be plugged in to be use? Or can it just be charge and be fine even without the battery
The Lansinoh does not have a nightlight but it does take AA batteries!
I ended up getting the smartpump through my insurance and the spectra as a gift. I originally watched this when I was trying to figure out which I wanted through my insurance. And I’m trying to decide if I should sell the unused one or keep it Incase I end up disliking the other.
I’m due with my first baby in 3 and a half weeks so I know nothing about pumps lol
I'd keep it in case you don't like one of them! Pumps feel different to every woman and everyone prefers something different. Even though I love the Lansinoh you may end up loving the Spectra. Try them both out and keep the other around as a back up if you like it. If you really dislike one then I would recommend selling it but not unless you'd never use it.
Hi Alia, I love all of your videos. Learnt a lot while I am pumping as a first time breast feeding mum. I also live in Australia, and avent and tommie tippee are the most common pumps except medela. When you do your next round of pump review, I am curious to know your opinions on those pumps. Personally, I could not say enough good things about avent.
Hey momma! Those are high on my list as I hear lots of people talking about them! Hopefully I get around to being able to try them soon🤞🏻
Hey my son is 4 months now and I use the ameda but now it seems like it's not pulling the milk out..which would you say would have a stronger suction the lansinoh or the spectra s2 ????
The Lansinoh for sure!
Momma Alia thank you so much
Hi, how do u sterilize the Lansinoh pump parts? Can they be put in an UV or steam sterlizer?
Hey! I've never used an UV sterilizer but I have used their parts in steam bags and the old fashioned boiling pot of water.
Thank you for replying! I just bought this pump. =)
I have the medela pump from my first pregnancy. Unfortunately, it was super rough on my nipples and I could not get more than an 1oz out. I also apparently have inverted nipples...
Which one would be best for me?
It sounds like Spectra may be the best option since you have super sensitive nipples! With the inverted nipples you may need to stimulate them to make them extrovert. You can try ice cubes, a manual pump for a couple minutes or Lansinoh makes a little device to help as well!
I had the same issue with medela. It was so rough and i got no milk.
I love your channel and thank you so much for your good explanation. Does Lansinoh have breast massage options? And in your opinion which one is the best between spectra s2 and Lansinoh, so I will go definitely with your reccomandation.
I’m so happy to hear that and to help! I prefer Lansinoh over Spectra personally! I think it offers a bit more. And I don’t think Lansinoh carries any products like that. But LaVie does and I’ve reviewed them on my channel!
Thank you so much for this !
Happy to help!!
I am new to the BP world as I am expecting early September and currently scouting for pumps through my insurance. I heard a lot of good things about the spectra s2 and now seeing this video on the lansinoh, I want to double pump and breast feed as well but I'm super confused on what pump to get 😫 help Lol
I definitely prefer the Lansinoh over the Spectra for myself. I think the Spectra would be a good choice for you being new to breast pumps(:
Ok thank you so much
Does anybody know where I can get a car charger for lansinoh pump?
There isn’t one, it can be battery operated!
You can get a car adapter on lansinohs website
Can I use the Lansinoh with avent bottles?
I have heard people mention they have but I would make sure there’s a good fit with the Lansinoh connector and Avent bottle. Make sure it doesn’t shake loose or leak before you pump into that way you don’t lose any precious milk!
Is pumping painful?
When done correctly, it shouldn’t be! If it is, something is off and troubleshooting is needed!
When done correctly, it shouldn’t be! If it is, something is off and troubleshooting is needed!
Does the lansinoh have a car adapter?
Nope, not that I know of. But that's probably because it can be battery operated in the opening it has underneath
Have you tried battery use on the lansinoh? And have u had any issues with the batteries?
Yes! I used it like that a lot actually. I noticed absolutely no difference in the performance of the pump when using it with batteries. Just make sure you get a good brand of batteries that don’t drain easy and you’ll be okay. I used the Amazon brand of batteries. I believe I got 3 hours of use from them give or take.
Good to know! So far I've been happy with my pump :) thanks momma Alia!
Can you used rechargeable batteries for this ?
You said that the spectra and the lansinoh have the same motor. Where did you find that information?
I said the Lansinoh Smart Pump and the Lansinoh Signature Pro have the same motor.
Comment below should say medela not madea
I wanted the spectra s2 but my insurance said they dont cover it even though it was on the list. And the lansinoh is what I chose. Also the new Mandela pump was on there. Should have went with it.
What about that lanisonah vs spectra s9
I never got to try the Spectra S9 but I am this time around!
@@MommaAlia yes i want to know lanis with spectra s9 hahaha
Have you done a video on how you transition between different pumps?
No, not really. I wouldn't say there's much to it. I typically only do it if I'm testing out a pump because I think consistency is something my boobs thrive on lol. But I would just whatever pump I wanted at certain sessions. And I always make sure that I get as empty as possible. If a certain pump can't do that, I'll finish with one that I know will (:
Hello, I'm about to give birth and I was looking into the best pump for me, my insurance does cover my pump though I wanted to know with your experience do insurance companies give more then one pump if one doesn't work out for you? im in between lansinoh smartpump or the spectra s2. i am on the sensitive side so i would love your feedback! thanks :)
Congrats momma! No, they won't switch your pump out and most insurances are 1 breast pump per year or per pregnancy. I would lean towards the Spectra S2 then and I hope you like it!(:
thank you sooo much, xoxo
Based on this review, I really like the Lansinoh Smart Pump, except for the battery option, because I don't want to buy so many batteries. I was planning on making the Spectra S2 portable by using a rechargeable battery bank with it. Do you know if I could do this with the Lansinoh instead of using AA batteries?
I’m not sure about the momma, I’m sorry!
Spectra can use batteries. Only power cord.
I hear some do modifications to the spectra and the Lansinoh, have you had to do any modifications?
Do mean using adapters to use other companies parts? If so, yep I have. When I tried the Spectra I didn't care for their parts so I wanted to use the Medela parts that I had a ton of and liked better. But that's the only thing I did. I'm not sure what modifications could be made to the Lanisnoh but I never found a reason to do anything to it.
Momma Alia Good to hear thanks!
I'm looking at the spectra s1 (so it has the rechargeable battery) and the lansinoh smart pump. Do you really feel like the lansinoh is just as quiet as the spectra? (They are both quieter than the medela pump in style right? I use that currently)
I would say the Spectra is probably a bit quieter than the Lansinoh (when the Lansinoh is on higher levels). But I feel like what you get out of the Lansinoh makes it far worth any noise level even though it’s decently quiet compared to some!
Lansinoh vs spectra s9? Looking for a more portable pump. I use the s2 at home but looking for quality at a cheapish price?
I never had a chance to try the S9 with my last breastfeeding journey. But I am expecting again and it’s on the list to try this tome!
I was not successful with breast feeding with my first son, only made it 3 weeks. He didn’t latch well and I didn’t know what I was doing. I want to try and make it longer this second time around and just found out I’m able to get a pump through insurance. I’m debating between the SmartPump and the Spectra S2... not sure which one is better. They both have good reviews.
You got this momma! Try not to worry about everything (I know easier said than done lol) and reach out for support when you need it! I would personally choose the Lansinoh, it’s my favorite(:
I enjoyed the spectra 2, I had the same problem, my son would not latch I went frm making 15 oz a day to 5 oz, but I power pumped and when my nips were sore I would put the lowest setting on spectra and when I lost the bottles Infound out the philips advent and the mam bottles could fit onto the pump adapters. Pkus the night light has saved my ass so many times. But its up to you. Mine did come with a wall plug though,I also liked the travel even flo, its loud but it strong enough and gentle enough for my boobs. Best of luck.
I love you!!
have you ever compared the ameda pump to any other pump?? It's all my insurance will pay for
No, I haven't but that is the next breast pump review I plan on doing (:
Does Spectra has massage mode?
+Mohammed Yes!
this video was way too long
cynthia ocegueda she’s comparing breast pumps. I would much rather have a longer informative video than a shorter when it comes to something important
Just try to be thorough!
Is the suction on the lansinoh the same with batteries in it as if it were plugged in the wall or no?
In my experience, using good quality batteries, yes it’s the same!
Definitely not!
Help: I was able to find the Lansinoh Smart pump for $85 is that a good deal or average for when it goes on clearance?
Definitely a good deal!!