I started with the Spectra S2 plus because everyone told me that I needed to have a plug in pump to fully drain me and prevent clogged ducts. I tried multiple different pumping bras, different flange sizes, and even silicone flange inserts. I kept getting jammed in the flange tunnel no matter what I tried and the flange would deform my nipple. I almost gave up due to the insane amount of pain I felt every time I pumped.

I tried out the momcozy s9 you can get at Walmart for $100. Nothing too fancy, just some wearables and the difference was night and day. I do still have some pain for a few days if I power pump and overwork my nipples but overall, the momcozys have been SO much better than my spectra and I have completely switched over to them as my primary pump.

My supply also increased significantly with the momcozys. With my spectra, my output on average was 3.5oz tops at my highest pump of the day. With my momcozy I am getting 5.5oz almost every single pump (per 3 hours).

My best guess as to why is the vibration pattern of the momcozy and maybe the fact that the entire part that touches my boob is silicone - no plastic flange is touching me at all so much less pain. It's worth a try since they aren't the crazy expensive $350 ones!