If you are considering the Select Performance electric breast pump, this Evenflo breast pump may work for you as an occasional use breast pump–because all breastfeeding mothers need a reliable back up plan.
This back up plan is a single pump designed to express smaller amounts of milk when need arises. This might be an evening out for dinner where you need to express for comfort or a moment of desperation where the baby isn’t latching and you need to express regardless. The Evenflo Select Performance single pump is designed just for these last minute or desperate situations.
Evenflo Select Performance Breast Pump Features:
What do you get when you bring home the Select Performance as your back up plan? Take a quick peak:
- Adjustable vacuum intensity
- Included tote bag
- Built-in cooler compartment with ice packs
- Battery or AC adaptor
- Horn insert for greater comfort
- Safe for the dishwasher
- BPA free bottle and parts
This is the type of breast pump that you turn to in the middle of the night when you need to express but the baby is sleeping soundly. It is the pump that you can even use in the bathroom stall because there is no other option to relieve discomfort or avoid a leaky mess.
Yet, you do get a lot of the conveniences that now come with more durable, full sized electric breast pumps. You can adjust the intensity of the vacuum suction, which means you can mimic the pressure of your baby’s suction. This is important because it can help your milk drop easier if you are used to breastfeeding most of the time.
The BPA bottle and parts is also an important feature, since the materials are completely safe for your baby. When you are done pumping you can stick the parts in the dishwasher for a fast and convenient clean up.
What are Others Saying about the Evenflo Select Performance Pump?
Many consumers using the Evenflo Select Performance pump appreciate the convenience of having a reliable back up plan when breastfeeding isn’t possible. They recognize that it is not intended for regular or intensive use and they take comfort knowing the Select Performance is there for them in their hour of need.
Select Performance Pros:
- Adjustable suction
- Extremely portable
- Discreet tote bag
- Cooler compartment
Any Complaints?
Those that don’t enjoy this pump as much tend to be those who have higher expectations than they really should. You have to keep in mind that it is not going to be the most durable, stable, or consistent breast pump on the market. It is a step up from manual single pumps, but it is not a full sized, double breast pump with an intense motor for routine use. Keep this in mind when deciding to purchase this over other pumps on the market.
There are more than twenty consumer reviews on Amazon for this pump, and it receives an average of two and a half stars out of five. That is not very impressive. The machine seems to be held back by two potential problems:
1. The way the pump connects to the bottles is not very secure. There can be some accidental tip-over incidences if you are not very careful.
2. It is incredibly loud. There are many others on the market that are much quieter.
Other Potential Select Performance Disadvantages:
- Non-adjustable speed
- Extremely loud in operation
- No hands-free operation
- Easy to tip bottles over
Overall Rating
This EvenFlo breast pump is a relatively inexpensive pump that may serve the needs of moms who just need it on a rare occasion. However, you may want to consider other pumps in this price range that may be more effective for you at around the same price.
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