Lansinoh Discreet Duo Review From Mom of Two
In a nutshell
Our product tester awarded the Lansinoh Discreet Duo top scores across the board, based on its gentle yet effective suction, lightweight wearable design and relatively affordable price point.
Sourcing the right breast pump is a personal journey and very much depends on your specific wants and needs. Some moms crave the power of a plug-in electric, while others value the affordability of a manual pump. However, if you’re looking for a wearable device we recommend the Lansinoh Discreet Duo.
Don’t take our word for it: Mom of two Christine tested it out with her youngest child and gave us the download on how it worked for her and her little one. Keep reading for her honest review, plus an overview of the pump’s features as well as technical specs and pros and cons.
About the Lansinoh Discreet Duo
- Free through most insurance plans
- Comfortable to wear
- Hospital-strength suction
- Some parents find it too noisy on a higher setting
- Short battery life
The Lansinoh Discreet Duo is a wearable breast pump that’s gentle on your breasts but strong on suction. Designed with four pumping modes and nine levels of hospital-strength suction, this small but mighty device will help maximise your milk output. The lightweight, cord-free design slips inside a nursing bra giving you total freedom of movement. And leak-resistant collection cups coupled with a quiet motor means you don’t have to deal with embarrassing leaks or an annoyingly loud ambient hum. It’s also super-easy to operate and maintain, with only four parts to clean.
Dimensions (single pump): 7" (L) x 6.3" (W) x 5.5" (H) | Weight (single pump): 8 oz. | Battery life: 100 minutes | Milk capacity: 6 oz. per pump | Flanges included: 21mm and 24mm
After identifying the Lansinoh Discreet Duo as a popular choice amongst the parenting community, we took the following steps to create this article:
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We asked Christine C., mom of two including a 10-month-old, to assemble the pump and use it over the course of a few days. Christine also disassembled and cleaned the device following the manufacturer care instructions.
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We asked Christine to rate the Lansinoh Discreet Duo on a scale of 1 to 10, with 1 being the worst and 10 being the best. She assessed the pump using the following testing criteria: ease of use, effectiveness, comfort, noise level, quality, style and design as well as value for money. Combined with our own editorial team’s extensive research, her ratings informed the comprehensive product review that you’ll find below.
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To see how this breast pump worked for a variety of moms, we conducted exhaustive market research, scouring forums and message boards and reading user reviews. Editorial integrity is at the heart of everything we publish. Read about how The Bump develops and reviews all articles, including product reviews.
Ease of use
Assembling the Lansinoh Discreet Duo was simple and straightforward. It took less than a minute to secure the pieces together and ensure that they were properly sealed. I loved how simple the instructions were; diagrams and easy-to-follow directions made cleaning, assembling, and using this pump an absolute breeze. For first use, the directions stated to sanitize the parts in boiling water, and they came out clean and perfect after additional washings in warm soapy water.
The controls on the pump are very intuitive, simply press the plus (+) sign for a stronger suction and the minus (-) sign for less powerful suction. I also appreciated that this pump has a pause button in case I need a break or to switch settings. I love that the pump remembered my settings from previous uses, so I didn’t have to keep customizing my preferred suction strength.
Rating: 10 out of 10
Effectiveness
This pump yielded exactly what I get with my electric pump—2.5 ounces on one breast and 1 ounce on the other. The milk was collected in under 20 minutes, and I was able to wash dishes and clean up my kitchen while the pump stayed secure inside my nursing bra. I felt confident walking around and getting some things done around the house while pumping and experienced no leaking whatsoever.
Rating: 10 out of 10
Comfort
This is one of the most comfortable breast pumps I’ve ever used. Even on a higher suction setting, I experienced no pain or discomfort whatsoever. I was really impressed that I could amp up the pumping speed and still feel only a gentle pull on my breasts. The 24mm flange fit me perfectly, and the silicone flange felt like it provided even more adjustability as it molded to my breast during use. I liked the massage setting to help stimulate letdown, and tried the pump using both the automatic pumping setting and adjusting the controls myself. I felt that the automatic setting was just as comfortable as when I self-adjusted the controls.
Rating: 10 out of 10
Noise level
This pump makes very little noise—it does get slightly louder on a higher setting, but not enough to disturb anyone in my house. My toddler comments on my electric pump: “Mommy, too loud!” But with the Lansinoh Discreet Duo, he didn’t even notice that I was using a pump.
Rating: 10 out of 10
Quality
I am really impressed with the quality of this breast pump. The parts feel durable and built to last. I love that the flange is a thick, medical-grade silicone and yet it maintains comfort on my breast. The pieces came out totally clean and looked brand new after a few uses and washes.
Rating: 10 out of 10
Style and design
I absolutely love the style and design of this breast pump. It’s sleek, lightweight and ergonomically designed. I love the purple color (so feminine!) and how discreet the design is and the curve of the pump fits perfectly into my nursing bra.
Rating: 10 out of 10
Value for money
The Lansinoh Discreet Duo pump is well worth the money. At $160 it’s comparable in price to a double-electric breast pump and functions like one! I was impressed with the output and how gently the pump worked to yield the usual amount of milk I’d collect with my electric pump. I love how quickly it charged with a C-charger and how easy it was to clean and pack up in my diaper bag.
Rating: 10 out of 10
Summary
Lansinoh Discreet Duo Wearable Breast Pump is lightweight, discreet, and comfortable, with suction that is gentler and yet with a strength that’s comparable to my hospital-grade double-electric pump. It’s reasonably priced for a wearable double pump in comparison to others on the market that are in the $300-$500 range. For all of these reasons, I would definitely recommend this breast pump to other moms!
Average rating: 10 out of 10
About the writer:
Martina Garvey is an editor at The Bump, where she writes and edits e-commerce content related to pregnancy, postpartum and parenting. As a staff member on The Bump for over four years, she leverages an in-depth knowledge of must-have baby gear and postpartum essentials alongside a passion for the latest trends to create informative content parents can trust.
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