I’m not saying this is a crappy pump it does work well but make sure you replace your tubing a lot because mine definitely got milk all in it and I found mold as well 😔

I would choose this one because I find the suction is better!

The suction of that is awful

I’m sorry. Have you contacted Medela?

Depends on the type of batteries you use but it should be around 2 hours or so.

Thanks! I personally really do like this pump. I haven’t really had problems with its suction so I do think it’s worth the price. Especially if you can get it on sale or with a coupon!

I had this question too! I still have time to think of which one i want but i want to see a video of both of them being compared since those are the only 2 I’m interested in

I’ve used the flex and the old pump in style.

No, not with this pump from what I know.

I agree!

Thanks for ur opinion! Im trying to figure which pump to purchase

I haven’t used the Sonata so I can’t comment on that. The only thing I would recommend is to make sure that if you are buying a used pump, it is a closed system for hygienic reasons. The Freestyle Flex is a great pump but it is pretty pricey. So if you aren’t going to be needing a portable pump, I wouldn’t necessarily pay the extra money for it. I spent my first mat leave being plugged in to a pump (I’m not an exclusive pumper but I do pump once or twice everyday...more in the beginning of my babies’ lives). Once I got the flex, I enjoyed being able to do chores, etc while pumping. If this isn’t something you see yourself doing, in my opinion, the price tag isn’t worth it then. I haven’t used the old freestyle either but I don’t think it’s a closed system. It’s also a portable pump so I’d be wary of buying a used battery as you don’t know exactly how much life is left on it as batteries lose their ability to hold a change with time and use. I have my gripes with this new PIS but I do really like it. If price wasn’t a factor, I would buy the freestyle flex because it is portable, it works well and the screen and app connectivity is great. To save money, I would buy the PIS MaxFlow because I find it to be more efficient with milk output even though there is no screen, timer, etc. It’s easy and simple to use with nothing fancy. Hope this helps!

If you were getting more milk with other pumps, I would perhaps contact customer service to make sure everything is working fine with the pump. A properly functioning pump itself shouldn’t decrease your output like this if you are using it correctly. Hope they can troubleshoot with you!

Try checking your flange size :)

Massage your boobs, you may have a milk duct. I had the same problem.

They do make other sized shields that you can buy separately. I’ve seen the 27mm. It’s a new pump but it’s parts are the same as the flex so you can buy replacements and extras if needed. The tubing and connectors are completely different so I don’t think you can use those interchangeably with the two pump in style pumps (unless someone has figured out a clever way to work around it).

I hope you like it! It is a decent pump and I enjoy it.

Thanks! I’ve used the Medela Freestyle Flex, Symphony and the Pump in Style Advanced, and compared to those I find it louder than all except the Symphony. If I’m pumping on the sofa with the pump placed on the arm of the sofa or if it’s on a cloth on the table, the noise isn’t as bad and I find that to be more manageable. If it’s just sitting on a table without anything underneath, it is pretty loud, especially at higher speeds.

A2Z Mama thanks for the info! I will be pumping at work, so I’m a little hesitant about how loud this one is but I love that it’s so small and compact.

A2Z Mama is the pump bag big enough to fit the pump and the cooler at the same time?

Yep! With some room for a few more things as well.

Mine is quiet compared to my other medela pump I think it's the old pump in style

I do like it! The battery pack doesn’t last too long. I got about five 20ish minute sessions out of it and the suction isn’t great. If you are looking to pump on the go often, I would suggest looking into getting a portable pump. I have the Medela freestyle flex for when I need to pump on the go, and it works great.

The power adaptor for the pump says ‘Input: 100-240V’ so I think you will be okay!

I have been using it and I really like it. I’m going to be putting out a review video this week!

Waiting for a review on this as well

A2Z Mama do you prefer this to the original pump in style? I’m due for a new one, and my insurance will cover either. Also, do you find the shields too short? I’ve read some issues with nipples being pulled all the way up to the adapter.

I do prefer this one! I’ve used and really liked the Pump in Style Advanced but the Maxflow is definitely better overall in my opinion.

Goral, I’m working on it!

Sabina Beltran Hi, I didn’t get this pump through insurance. In canada it isn’t common for insurance companies to cover breast pumps so unfortunately I don’t have much info on that.

I am pre ordering this through Aeroflow with my insurance for free!