When it comes to hand pumps, the Lansinoh and Medela Harmony are two popular picks on the market today. But which is better? Let's talk about it!
Similiarities:
- Two modes: Letdown Mode and Expression Mode
- No electricity or batteries -- all pumping is powered at the handle
- Hand pumping allows you to have more control over your milk stream (compared to electric pumps)
Differences:
- The Medela allows for a longer suction pattern than the Lansinoh
- The Medela is more comfortable on the hands (kind of a big deal for a hand pump)
- The Medela can be hacked to connect with electric pumps by removing the hand pump handle
- The Lansinoh pump comes with a proprietary duck bill that fits their hand pump but is not universal (can't be interchanged with other pumps).
Final Thoughts...
At the end of the day both hand pumps are solid choices but I definetly have a preference toward the Medela hand pump. That little bit of extra distance for the long squeeze is really a game changer! 10/10 recommend having on hand for an emergency, power outage, natural disaster, girls night out and even for your hospital bag. It's and inexpensive investment and worth its weight in gold.
Shop the Medela Manual Hand Pump HERE
Shop the Lansinoh Manual Hand Pump HERE
