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Medela Freestyle Hands-Free vs Spectra S1 Plus

Head-to-head in best breast pumps, scored on our six-axis safety-first system.

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Medela Freestyle Hands-Free

8.4/10$350–$380
Our pick

Spectra S1 Plus

8.7/10$160–$216

Who wins each category

8.8Safety✓ 9.2
8.8 ✓Ease of use8.6
6.8Value✓ 7.8
8.6Durability✓ 8.8
8.8Comfort✓ 9.0
9.0 ✓Features8.6

Medela Freestyle Hands-Free

$350–$380

Our pick

Spectra S1 Plus

$160–$216

Safety
8.8
9.2
Ease of use
8.8
8.6
Value
6.8
7.8
Durability
8.6
8.8
Comfort
8.8
9.0
Features
9.0
8.6
Key specs
Pump weight
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3 lbs
Max suction
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270 mmHg
Battery life per charge
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3 hours
Massage (let-down) levels
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5

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