MomMed S21 Wearable Breast Pump Review
I actually did an initial video review of this pump over on the New Little Life Channel a while back, and I was caught off guard by how much I like this design. Historically, inexpensive wearable pumps often achieve their price point by sacrificing quality. They typically cost less than $100-$125, lack the bells and whistles of the luxury wearables, and often have short lifespans with limited-to-no-hope of warranty coverage.
At first glance, the MomMed S21 fits these criteria - the brand name is known for pregnancy tests, not breast pumps. The price point of $100-$125 places it on the low end for a quality pump, and there is a lack of information about the pump itself. There are also numerous brands selling an S21 pump of their own with varying reviews.
The MomMed S21 Pump can be purchased directly from the company or on Amazon.
Pumps like the S21 are typically designs that are sold to the company with some parts preassembled, others added at the discretion of the company selling them, and one company's version may vary in quality from the quality of the other. We do see that with the S21 sold by MomMed and the S21 sold by Synpos - same body, same features, different internal components, and different overall quality. You can see all of this in the breast pump deep dive video on the New Little Life Channel!
The MomMed S21 Pump, however, sacrifices nothing, and is comparable in quality to midline wearable pumps like the Zomee Fit, Tommee Tippee Wearable, and Willow Go. It exceeds the quality of the Momcozy pro-line. It's higher quality than the other brands of S21 pumps examined and tested. It's a standout pump for this price point!
Pros of the Mommed S21 Pump:
⁃ Good speeds
⁃ Good strength
⁃ Patterns that are comfortable and effective
⁃ Design accommodates average insert lengths needed
And it does so at a budget-friendly price of $120 for a double set (often cheaper with sales)!
MomMed S21 Design Perks:
Low profile entirely in bra: This pump sits nicely in a bra fully covered for a discrete pumping experience. The shape is less conspicuous than most wearables altogether! It's even low profile enough to hold your baby while feeding, making this a great option when multi-tasking.
Leak-resistant design: The cups hold up to 6 ounces, and even full range of motion is fantastic! The design vents as a tiny hole with a channel that allows you to bend almost 90 degrees before possible overflow.
Quiet: This pump is Elvie-level quiet. It's not going to wake a sleeping baby, or interrupt a conversation. In an average-volume room, it's next to undetectable.
Easy to empty: What goes in must come out. And the design of this pump makes it easy to pour into a bag or bottle safely. It even easily pours into my beloved Kiinde bags or Tommee Tippee bags with their foolproof twist tops. This easy-to-empty design is a huge perk for oversupply moms as they can quickly empty and get back to pumping ASAP!
Reasonable replacement parts costs: There was a time my luxury wearables were a line item in my budget - they needed a monthly large ticket cash infusion to keep them running. This pump doesn't come with that burden - parts are low cost and accessible on Amazon.
Stands on its Own: Can be set on a counter without popping apart and making a mess! Willow Go and the Elvie Stride are infamous for making a mess when you set them down with their flanges pulling or popping apart. This pump is easy to set down without any fuss. It has little legs at the bottom for balance that are big enough for stability but not so significant they cause issues in the bra.
The only things this pump doesn't have that some competitors do is an app and/or smart controls. Good thing there are many beloved fan-favorite wearables without the smart apps - so that isn't a deal breaker in the least!
Cons to consider (since no pump will ever be perfect!):
Only holds 6 ounces which means there is limited capacity IF you are an oversupplier.
Lack of smart controls means you do have to push the buttons while in your shirt. Again not a deal breaker, but something to consider if this is going to deter you from pumping in certain situations.
Smaller design by limited companies means the pump and parts could be discontinued and no longer manufactured within the 2-3 years of your breastfeeding experience. At this price point though, you could buy 2-3 pumps total before reaching the initial expenditure of many competitors.
Overall thoughts:
I actually really like this breast pump! It's quiet, discrete to wear, has a wide range of suction to find comfort for most people, and is exceptionally leak resistant. At this price point, it is my favorite pump when someone says they need a wearable but don’t want to spend more money. And even if money isn’t the issue, it's still a top recommendation for my parents who need occasional wireless freedom without needing the heavy-duty durability of other options.
Like all wearables, you will still need to look at flange sizing, bra fit, alignment, and work with your body to learn how to use this pump to support your goals. If you need help with this, click the button below!
