Choosing a Breast Pump- Medela Freestyle vs Spectra S1+/S2+

Hi everyone
I have done extensive research on buying a breast pump as it is an expensive investment and a good pump is very important in ensuring good breast milk yield.

I have shortlisted Medela Freestyle which was highly recommended and Spectra S1+ or Spectra S2+. Many colleagues have swear by Medela Freestyle. The difference between Spectra S1+ and S2+ is that S2+ is non-rechargeable and is lighter at 0.99kg vs 1.12kg. You do not have to buy the 3 way connector for the upgrade version. To make it a dual pump, you will need to purchase an extra set of shield hose, back flow preventer.

One of the consideration factor was the price. Medela Freestyle was grossly expensive retailing at about SGD$799.

Another factor was Spectra is hospital grade pump and they have back flow preventer which prevent contamination of milk. However, Spectra comes in standard 28mm flange which might be too large for Asian breast.

Where to get it in Singapore?
Bingbling is the authorised distributor for Spectra in Singapore but their price is still higher and they are currently selling the old model of S1 ($379) and S2 ($333). However, their set already comes with 2 sets of breast shield set, hence, you do not have to purchase another set. It also comes with 1year local warranty by bingbling.

Baby Expo pumps are cheaper and they carry the latest model. S1+ is retailing at $339 and S2+ at $299. The set already comes with 2 sets of breast shield set, hence, you do not have to purchase another set.  It also comes with 1 year local warranty by Baby Expo.

I have found 2 Qoo10 retailers selling at a lower rate. It comes with 1 year warranty, however, you will need to pay the return delivery fee to Korea for repair. Battery is under 6months warranty.

BestGmall 
Spectra S1+

The set cost $275.50 after purchasing additional accessory like back flow preventor tip, extra breast shield set. Free Shipping via Express or $9 Fedex from Korea.

You can read more about S1+ here

Spectra S2+

The set cost $223.90 after purchasing additional accessory like back flow preventor tip, extra breast shield set. Free Shipping via Express or $9 Fedex from Korea.

You can read more about S2+ here

BabyJoa 

Spectra S2+

The set cost $218.90 after purchasing additional accessory like back flow preventor tip, extra breast shield set. Free Shipping via EMS from Korea.

I have decided to get Spectra S2+ as I do not think I will want to lug the "rice cooker" with me when I'm out. I might consider getting the Spectra 9+ for back to work pumping. 

Updates:

Very fast delivery. Placed order on 3 May and received the additional order via local registered mail on 8 May. Item was bubble wrapped with a note that breast pump will be shipped from Korea. Breast pump received on 8 May and it came in a brown box. The original box looks ok, no dents. I have tested the pump, seems ok but have not used it, hope it will not disappoint.

 

Breast Milk Cooler Bag

Spectra Cooler Bag
The Spectra Cooler bag retails at about $35 and it consist of gel ice pack. I find that the bag is not compact and sleek as it is meant to keep your portable breast pump too.

I like Medela Cooler set as it comes with contoured ice brick and 4 milk bottles. However, it is still quite expensive at about $59.90. Agapebabies is the cheapest that I can find.

Splurge!

Save!

I manage to find a similar to Medela Cooler bag from Tollyjoy. It retails at $29.90 but it does not come with milk bottle.

Guess I will be getting this instead. I will review the Spectra S2+ breast pump once I start to use it. Hope you find this post useful. 

Love,

Sherlyn