This pump is very compact but also louder than the Pump In Style. I got this for travel and ease of use at work, less bulk to haul around. Out of the box, the pump did not charge the battery, the display never turned off, and the timer did not work. Medela sent me a new one the next day. The parts are easy to put together. While mobility is great, don't lean forward while wearing it or you will pump all your milk on the floor as the membranes do not fully seal closed on the back. I did this twice and soaked my leg and carpet. The hands free attachments take longer to attach than to put the pump together...cut holes in a sports bra instead. The suction feels to be less than my PISA but it is really effective at getting milk out anyway. The initial phase is very light almost to the point where I cannot feel it but it does work. I exclusively breastfeed but also pump 25-30 oz daily. This pump gets out just as much as my PISA does so no production difference there. The memory function is very nice since I hate needing to fiddle with it.

It pumps, yes..so do all the others. If you bend over even a little or bounce at all it spills that whole 30 minutes of pumping you just spent valuble time on wasted..so frustrating. This is not even close to worth the price they have it for. You can't pick your child up with it on. You literally have to be sitting, not moving while you're using it. It doesn't come with a car charge adapter so count a long car ride to visit grandmother out. For how much you're paying you would expect way more than what you're getting. Also..this takes at least 5 minutes to get on. It's not quick and then after you're done all the pieces have to be taken apart and cleaned. Boooooo

As a previous owner of a pump-in-style advance and an exclusive pumper for three children, I was VERY disappointed in the freestyle pump. With three small children, I was very attracted to the idea that it was portable, and it was, but that was the only good thing about this pump. I repeatedly lost suction on one side almost every time I pumped, the membranes were EXTREMELY sensititive and VERY hard to clean. They had to be bone dry in order to work for the next pump, and because they were so easy to warp, I would dry them with a q-tip. The cleaning (and drying) of these parts was unbelievablely time consuming. As an exclusive pumper, I can tell you that the pump-in-style parts are a lost easier to clean. Just run a little soap and water through them after each pump and sterilize at the end of the day. The membranes work whether they are wet or dry and rarely stop working mid-pump like the freestyle. Overall, this was an incredible waste of money. I do have to applaud Medela on their efforts to help me resolve the suction issues, however despite new lines and many new spare part kits, this pump just did not work right. I ended up getting a new pump-in-style advance and couldn't be happier!!

I love, love, love this pump. With my first child, latching was a problem, but I really wanted my baby to have breastmilk. I got the freestyle in 2009 and was able to give my baby breastmilk for an entires year. I kept the pump and when my second child was born in 2011, I bought replacement parts and did what I do best.....pump milk for my baby. I did purchase a new one today because after 3 years.....my pump has died. I don't feel the pump was expensive because I would be paying quadruple for formula....so even after 2 freestyles, I am getting the bang for my buck. I LOVE THIS PUMP!

I really like this pump. I am exclusively pumping so I use it 6-8 times a day, every day. The suction has been great and I just pump it after my first morning pump and by my 2nd pump of the day it is fully charged for the rest of the day. I did have a problem with the suction so I called and they sent me a couple of extra membrane sets for no charge. The customer service through Medela is great. The pump IS expensive, but I am very pleased with the purchase. I will say that the hands free setup is too difficult to use, especially in the middle of the night, so I just have one of the Easy Expression Bustiers and I also have a tube top bra that I cut holes in and that works well too.

I used this pump with my first baby when I went back to work at 5 months. Used it 3-4 times a day until he was 9 months old. It was so convienent to have the hands free mode, light and easy to carry if I have to move around while pumping and even works if you have to do it while sitting in the car. This year I used it again with my second baby until she was 8 months old. I think I even appreciated it more the second time. It's such a great pump. When I had my first child I started with the Medela Pump in Style and at the point where I went back to work I decided to get this one. It was such a great decision because having a super pump is key to getting breastmilk while away from your baby. I never have to hold the shields while pumping (and can't belive some women do this everytime!). Instead I relax and watch tv, read a book or even sometimes do the dishes! All my friends were jeallous too that this pump was so easy, light and great to take anywhere.

I love my freestyle! I'm now using it with my 2nd baby and I think I love it even more this time than with my 1st. I've never had any problems with suction unless the tube wasn't plugged in completely or the flanges weren't snapped together completely. My favorite part is that I don't have to be "plugged in" while I'm pumping and the charge lasts a really long time. My baby is 5 months old and I pump once every day and I've only had to charge it 3 times. I definitely recommend this pump!

I LOVE this pump. Even needing to pump soon after baby was born, this pump gave me maximum output. I love that it is highly portable and small. I think all the parts are highly durable (I'm not sure what anyone expects pump parts to be made out of other than plastic!) and easily cleaned. I pump nearly every day and have noticed no downgrade in power. Great small but mighty pump- glad I saved up my giftcards and sprung for this model.

I first purchased the Medela Single Deluxe, which worked good until the motor gave out. So the store recommended the Medela Swing. Well lw and behold it doesn't hold up to what it say: pumps more & faster in less time!!! Well it doesn't, it takes just as long as a double breast pump I bought (Platex, which didn't do well either). Out of the three, the Medela Single Deluxe was the best of the 3, but still Soooo disappointed with the money I spent on the Medela Swing that does not stand up to what it's suppose to do!

I exclusively pump and have been using the freestyle for a month. I don't like the handsfree straps so I purchased the handsfree bra. I also recommend purchasing the Pumpin Pals breast shields for a better fit (they are angled so there is no corner for your nipple to smash into.) The pump itself is great, i love that it has two separate modes. I also love that i can clip it onto my pocket and get things done around the house while I pump. great pump!

I thought I was buying the top of the line pump but that was not the case. The pump is very expensive and it's not for big breasted women. The straps that come with it never worked. It never pumps out enough milk I can pump out more with my hand. I tried 3 different size personal fit cups and none of them fit right. On top of that any time I put the bottles down they fall over and spill what little it did pump out! The pump parts are cheap plastic. It's not worth $400.00, it's not even worth $100.00 I wish I had bought a different one and saved some money

The motor gave up and the customer service I've heard such wonderful things about is giving me the run around to avoid ACTUALLY having to do something about it. I am VERY disappointed by the company and product.