This is my main pump I use. I love that it's portable and you are not stuck to a wall. I love that the battery lasts a long time. I love that it comes with a bag, extra set of pump parts, and a cooler for the bag to travel with cold milk. My first pump ended up having suction issues (wouldnt release) but their customer service had me a new pump in now time flat with no issues. The only other complaint I have is that the one set of pumps with the - yellow tab part and white membrane that connect to the bottom of the connectors - this set seems to get "clogged" more often then it should. Milk gets suck and ends up getting in the tubes. Even after cleaning and sterilizing properly - it continues to happen here and there. The connectors with PersonalFit Flex Connectors ... MoreThis is my main pump I use. I love that it's portable and you are not stuck to a wall. I love that the battery lasts a long time. I love that it comes with a bag, extra set of pump parts, and a cooler for the bag to travel with cold milk. My first pump ended up having suction issues (wouldnt release) but their customer service had me a new pump in now time flat with no issues. The only other complaint I have is that the one set of pumps with the - yellow tab part and white membrane that connect to the bottom of the connectors - this set seems to get "clogged" more often then it should. Milk gets suck and ends up getting in the tubes. Even after cleaning and sterilizing properly - it continues to happen here and there. The connectors with PersonalFit Flex Connectors and yellow flexible membranes - those never have a clog issue. Overall I love this product. I wish the new portable version they just came out with was available before this time, i would have gotten those for sure. I also wish they sold just that part seperate because I would definitely use that over these pump connectors.

Performance:SuperbQuality:GreatSuitability:Suitable for on-the-go momsThis is my “on-the-go pump”. I have a spectra S1 hospital grade pump that I use at home. It’s nice to have a portable medela pump to use when travelling. It has limited vacuum function compared to spectra. This is also not suitable to be use as your “main pump” because the motor heats up easily after a 30 minute session. Not hospital grade, but this is great to carry around when you’re going out. If you want a portable pump, spectra 9plus is a cheaper option and works just the same as this medela flex. (PS: I also have a spectra 9plus ☺️)

10/10 WOULD RECOMMEND!

I recently purchased the Medela breast pump and here is my review:Pros:* The pump is very efficient and can express milk quickly and easily.* The pump is lightweight and portable, making it easy to take with you on the go.* The pump is easy to clean and assemble.* The pump has adjustable suction levels, allowing you to customize the experience to your comfort level.Cons:* The pump can be expensive compared to other breast pumps on the market.* The pump may not be suitable for all breast sizes and shapes.Overall, I am satisfied with my purchase. I would recommend the Medela breast pump to other moms who are looking for a high-quality and efficient breast pump.

Flawed design - money wasted - decreased milk supp

Flawed design. The membranes require fixing multiple times WHILE pumping. It kept on losing the seal and hence the suction. The company claims an 11% increase in the volume, however, I noticed a significant decrease. Other pumps gave me 170 to 200ml in 25 mins while in a similar scenario this pump hardly gave me 100ml in an hour of pumping. I see literally 5 drops of milk in 11 mins. Super inefficient. Due to inefficient pumping, it reduced my milk supply.Pain level is also up. Pumping at L5 made my nipples extremely sore.When I called the customer service, the lady did not allow me to explain the issue of membranes and seal. Perhaps she kept on yelling at me "push the plus button". Push the plus button and do what? Wreck my nipples? Very disappointed with the ... MoreFlawed design. The membranes require fixing multiple times WHILE pumping. It kept on losing the seal and hence the suction. The company claims an 11% increase in the volume, however, I noticed a significant decrease. Other pumps gave me 170 to 200ml in 25 mins while in a similar scenario this pump hardly gave me 100ml in an hour of pumping. I see literally 5 drops of milk in 11 mins. Super inefficient. Due to inefficient pumping, it reduced my milk supply.Pain level is also up. Pumping at L5 made my nipples extremely sore.When I called the customer service, the lady did not allow me to explain the issue of membranes and seal. Perhaps she kept on yelling at me "push the plus button". Push the plus button and do what? Wreck my nipples? Very disappointed with the customer service. Will be buying some other pump. Do not recommend this product.

Horrible product/service

Completely awful experience. I bought the pump because my baby was in the NICU for a couple months. The pump is super loud and has such a strong vibration system that it has literally vibrated off my counter all on its own on more than one occasion. The product did work up until it was a placed in storage, in a safe and untouched placed until the next time I needed it. I then go and try to use the product with my second baby and it is a complete dud. I can only assume that the few times it vibrated off my counter that it may have done damage to the product. I phoned Medela to see if I can get it fixed or replaced and was told because its past warranty all I can do is "go purchase a new one", after waiting almost 30mins to get through to someone. The sales rep was ... MoreCompletely awful experience. I bought the pump because my baby was in the NICU for a couple months. The pump is super loud and has such a strong vibration system that it has literally vibrated off my counter all on its own on more than one occasion. The product did work up until it was a placed in storage, in a safe and untouched placed until the next time I needed it. I then go and try to use the product with my second baby and it is a complete dud. I can only assume that the few times it vibrated off my counter that it may have done damage to the product. I phoned Medela to see if I can get it fixed or replaced and was told because its past warranty all I can do is "go purchase a new one", after waiting almost 30mins to get through to someone. The sales rep was apathetic and quick to run me off the phone. Extremely disappointing and would not recommend this product or its services.

Not a great upgrade… Disappointed.

I am a third time mom who works full time and has nursed/breast milk fed my babies for 15 months the past two times. I used the Medela Freestyle pump for my last two babies and was excited about the Freestyle Flex pump until I actually started to use it. The biggest bummers about the upgrade/change in style is that the pump itself doesn’t have a clip for my pant waist, only a string. This means the pump has to hang off my arm as k go around the house, putting away laundry, unloading the dishwasher, and wrangling my three kids. In the process, the unfortunately very sensitive touchscreen gets tapped by my hip and paused over and over again. It’s really inconvenient and annoying. Additionally, the new pump parts don’t “click” into place like they used to do it never ... MoreI am a third time mom who works full time and has nursed/breast milk fed my babies for 15 months the past two times. I used the Medela Freestyle pump for my last two babies and was excited about the Freestyle Flex pump until I actually started to use it. The biggest bummers about the upgrade/change in style is that the pump itself doesn’t have a clip for my pant waist, only a string. This means the pump has to hang off my arm as k go around the house, putting away laundry, unloading the dishwasher, and wrangling my three kids. In the process, the unfortunately very sensitive touchscreen gets tapped by my hip and paused over and over again. It’s really inconvenient and annoying. Additionally, the new pump parts don’t “click” into place like they used to do it never feels like the parts are quite sealed and I’m always trying to push them together. I have several sets so I don’t think it’s one bad set. The one thing I do like about the upgrade is the cup/flange have a softer rubber/ edge than the previous style. Additionally, the battery does not last nearly as long as the previous Freestyle version. Over all, as a third time breastfeeding/pumping mom, I’m not impressed and miss my old reliable pump that allowed me to not only successfully nurse my babies for up to 15 months, but to also donate hundreds of ounces of breast milk each pregnancy.

Pump broken after 3 weeks

I order the compleet set. I said that i need to invest in a good pump. After 3 weeks the pump stoped working, first would randomly turn off when unpluged. Then i would plug it and would work just for 3 minutes. After i spoke with the customer service told me to reset it and i did so ,but after the resetting it stoped working at all. Like not turning on at all. I called again the customer service and they told me that i need to send back the pump, they will check it and send it back once the problem is solved and this would take more then 2 weeks.How am i supposed to pump and feed my baby if i dont have a pump for 2 weeks?! The pump is pretty expansive and would be stupid to buy a new pump and then wait for the old one to get repaired and then have 2 pumps in the ... MoreI order the compleet set. I said that i need to invest in a good pump. After 3 weeks the pump stoped working, first would randomly turn off when unpluged. Then i would plug it and would work just for 3 minutes. After i spoke with the customer service told me to reset it and i did so ,but after the resetting it stoped working at all. Like not turning on at all. I called again the customer service and they told me that i need to send back the pump, they will check it and send it back once the problem is solved and this would take more then 2 weeks.How am i supposed to pump and feed my baby if i dont have a pump for 2 weeks?! The pump is pretty expansive and would be stupid to buy a new pump and then wait for the old one to get repaired and then have 2 pumps in the house. Im highly disappointed. I sent the pump back and i had to buy another pump so i can feed.my baby. I find it so annoying that instead of sending a replacement fast you need to wait so long especially when is something very important regarding your health and the baby's health. Agreed with the customer servicr that they will try to send me the money back instead of a new pump but they dont know how long will take neither or if it is posible because the pump is used and is not hygienic to return it. Curious how this will end. In the meanwhile i had no choice but buy another pump that is cheaper.

Terrible. Just terrible.

This pump is just nothing but terrible. Gave me more clogged ducts than breastmilk! The suction is a joke, even when you set it on the highest setting it still barely gets milk out. I bought this so I can double pump but it can’t even be used normally as a double pump bc one side just doesn’t do the job, it barely extracts any milk. It’s ok if you use it as a single pump, which defeats the purpose of getting a double pump! It’s bc of this pump that my breastfeeding journey was cut short bc I keep getting clogged ducts as I never really empty my breast using this pump. I hv to manually express it even after 30 mins of pumping. Just terrible Medela, terrible.

The suction doesn’t work on both sides!

I had medela freestyle before and was happy with the product. Got the freestyle flex two weeks ago from Best Buy as it was told to be lighter and stronger than it’s previous version. The product is broken. After turning on the pump, the suction on one side drops to nothing after a second. It is basically useless. I tried this on battery and while connected to power. It’s really frustrating when you have few minutes in between your work to pump and then having a very poor quality product which is not doing what it’s supposed to do!!! Very disappointed after spending $500 on something that is useless.

Very misleading as a product. Not made well for wo

I've been using this product for 4 months now. The pump itself as a machine works well no complaints but I'll tell you that as an exclusive pumper this machine did not make my life easier and made pumping a drag.You'll need a specific flange for your size. Medela only makes 3 sizes and most women do not fit these. So if you're like me you'll need to buy off market. I had to purchase 2 to get the right fit for me.I got the Medela bra to be hands free and the pump and bottles hang off your breasts. I found this to be heavy and dragging my breasts down. Just plain uncomfortable. Even worse when you're moving around because pulling is happening.You can barely do anything when wearing the pumps, especially the most important thing carry or pick up your baby. The pump ... MoreI've been using this product for 4 months now. The pump itself as a machine works well no complaints but I'll tell you that as an exclusive pumper this machine did not make my life easier and made pumping a drag.You'll need a specific flange for your size. Medela only makes 3 sizes and most women do not fit these. So if you're like me you'll need to buy off market. I had to purchase 2 to get the right fit for me.I got the Medela bra to be hands free and the pump and bottles hang off your breasts. I found this to be heavy and dragging my breasts down. Just plain uncomfortable. Even worse when you're moving around because pulling is happening.You can barely do anything when wearing the pumps, especially the most important thing carry or pick up your baby. The pump and wires will be in the way if you're trying to pick up or carry your baby. If you don't have help at home and are pumping you'll have to take off your pump to pick up your baby unless you're just placing them away from your body elsewhere. The whole purpose of this product is to be mobile but you can barely do anything and the most important thing to carry for your child is also difficult while pumping 20 to 30 min at a time. This actually made motherhood more difficult for me and stressed me out having to pump but also ensuring the baby would be asleep or not need anything during this time. I'm not sure how this design is suitable for mothers as it does not add benefit to your day nor is it a comfortable design. I would not recommend and next time I'd try the bellababy to see if they're more comfortable at 1/4 of the price. This product is not worth the price tag.