What is the best breast pump to buy?

I’m currently looking at either the Spectra S1/2 or the Momcozy s12

Does anyone have the reccomendations for the best one?

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I have the motif Luna which is like the spectra (different but similar and I love having the battery version one so I’m not stuck by an outlet) and also the Willow go ( so also wearable) I recommend a regular pump. I don’t have as good of luck with the wearable and you can’t see if it’s working right during the pump and there’s really nothing discreet about being in the bra, you can definitely tell what’s going on. Also breast compressions during pumping are easier with a standard pump. Just get a pumping bra so you can be hands free.

I have both the spectra s2 and the momcozy s12 and i seem to only reach for the spectra because it drains me way more than the momcozy one. Also check and see if your insurance covers a breast pump! Mine covered my spectra 100%

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I just got the momcozy s12. Haven’t used it yet but was looking for something I can use when on the go.
I’m getting a pump through my insurance. The options I was given actually weren’t the best options so I went with the medela pump in style.. so I’d check with insurance!

I have the s12 and I prefer the Willow go it’s more expensive but you can get it cheaper through insurance usually

I have the spectra s2 and momcozy 12 pro and use them both. If I was only to pick one, I would pick the spectra and get the s1 to be able to use it on the go. The spectra gets more milk and less parts to clean. I use the momcozy because I pump in the car sometimes but there are a lot of parts which make both cleaning and assembly a pain. I also use both because if parts to one aren’t clean yet, I’ll reach for the other 🤷🏻‍♀️

I have the spectra S1 and the Momcozy m5, and hands down the spectra is a lot better, it empties quicker and I get more, however the m5 is good and obviously a lot more portable so I definately use it if baby is being particularly needy or I need to head out 😊 but I've never tried the s12 so can't offer advice on this.

I ordered the momcozy s12 and I can't wait to use it. I love my spectra s2 as it is battery operated so you don't have to sit near a wall outlet and pump and it's portable and you charge it when you need to. My insurance covered my spectra but with the battery operated one I had to pay a copay on it as it was more expensive

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