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Elvie Stride Review

An exceptionally wearable breast pump with a user-friendly app, but it may lack sufficient suction power and durability
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Elvie Stride Review (The Elvie Stride pump has no screen, only a few buttons.)
The Elvie Stride pump has no screen, only a few buttons.
Credit: Abriah Wofford
Price:  $270 List
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Manufacturer:   Elvie
Molly Bradac
By Molly Bradac ⋅ Senior Review Editor  ⋅  March 11, 2025
Contributions From: Juliet Spurrier, MD
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RANKED
#4 of 9
  • Efficiency - 35% 6.0
  • Comfort - 25% 6.2
  • Ease of Use - 15% 8.0
  • Portability - 15% 8.8
  • Hygiene - 10% 7.0

Our Verdict

The Elvie Stride offers a hands-free pumping experience, allowing you to pump without interrupting your daily activities. We appreciate its user-friendly app that helps you monitor your pumping sessions and milk production. This valuable information can help you stay on top of your breastfeeding journey. However, the Elivie Stride's price is not for everyone. Also, there are potential issues with suction power, and if you require a high level of suction for efficient milk expression, you may want to explore other options. As one tester said, “I felt like the suction wasn't enough to be truly efficient as it could be.” With that said, if you value convenience and flexibility in your pumping routine, the Elvie Stride is a compelling breast pump for busy moms on the go.
REASONS TO BUY
Highly portability
Awesome app
REASONS TO AVOID
Suction lacking
Flimsy parts
Pricey

Our Analysis and Test Results

Elvie has spent over 10 years developing cutting-edge tech and breaking societal taboos to level up women's lives.

elvie stride - the elvie stride is a remarkably quiet breast pump that offers...
The Elvie Stride is a remarkably quiet breast pump that offers convenient, hands-free pumping, making it an excellent choice for those with on-the-go pumping needs.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

Efficiency


Elvie Stride faced some challenges for efficiency for everyone.


While some of our testers had positive experiences with the Elvie Stride, it did not perform as efficiently as others during testing. Several factors seemed to influence its efficiency, including nipple shape and size, meaning it could be easier for lactating mothers with smaller breasts to find the Goldilocks fit. We struggled to get a consistent latch with the Elvie Stride, a problem that worsens when the pump's internal channels get wet.

This pump lacks a flange, and the shape of its breast shield made it challenging to achieve a secure latch with our test breast and pressure Gauge. We have a hunch that if your body doesn't match well with the shield, you might not experience full power.

elvie stride - photo showing the elvie stride app interface, particularly the...
Photo showing the Elvie Stride app interface, particularly the amount of milk pumped from both sides, plus the total.
Credit: Elvie

On average, the Elvie Stride pumped 0.12 ounces of milk per minute, and the pressure gauge recorded a maximum strength of 170 mmHg, falling short of the manufacturer's claim of 300 mmHg.

elvie stride - elvie provides a visual guide for selecting the proper breast shield...
Elvie provides a visual guide for selecting the proper breast shield size for your body, which can contribute to user comfort and efficiency during pumping.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

Comfort


The Elvie Stride has some qualities that we believe benefit comfort. It is fairly comfortable while pumping.


The Stride has 24 mm breast shields, but other sizes are available. It offers two modes: stimulation and expression, each featuring 10 suction levels. This wide range of pumping variations allows most moms to tailor their needs and experience to suit their comfort. Also, the manufacturer provides a visual guide for breast shield sizing, which is a valuable resource.

elvie stride - the elvie stride has a minimalistic interface and an informative app...
The Elvie Stride has a minimalistic interface and an informative app that provides information and details about your pumping session.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

Ease of Use


The Stride is innovative and user-friendly, with a refreshingly simple design. It has only four buttons, allowing easy management of power, modes, intensity levels, and play/pause. We preferred the buttons over the busy app.


The accompanying app elevates the experience for those who enjoy more control, adjustability, or knowledge. It is free and allows remote control of the pump, eliminating the need to reach inside your bra for functional adjustments. It steps in as the pump's screen, tracking time, adjusting settings, and recording data. Going app-free means no data collection; otherwise, you aren't missing much.

We love many things about the app. You can save your preferred intensity settings by using the “personalize” feature, keep track of milk expression amounts, and set a timer to automatically stop the pump when the session ends. Changing intensity levels is hassle-free, with no need to cycle through all the levels. The pump automatically switches from stimulation to expression mode after two minutes and will pause after 40 minutes.

Some users commented that the pump's components feel flimsy, and none of the parts have a rock-solid connection. Also, the plastic used in the nipple chamber is cloudy, which, while not a deal-breaker, can make it tricky to monitor milk expression progress.

elvie stride - the elvie stride is known for its portability and convenience. it's...
The Elvie Stride is known for its portability and convenience. It's a battery-powered pump with up to 2 hours of battery life on one charge.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

Portability


The Elvie is exceptionally portable and convenient. This wearable offers hands-free pumping that tucks into your bra but isn't tube-free.


The cups are worn in your bra with a tube that extends to a white pump that clips to your clothing. The included rechargeable battery takes approximately two hours to charge. According to the manufacturer, a full charge can last for approximately five 30-minute pumping sessions. You can't use the pump while charging, so you must plan and keep it charged.

elvie stride - the elvie allows you to move about while pumping.
The Elvie allows you to move about while pumping.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

With a weight of 0.8 lbs, it's lightweight and smaller, fitting easily into most bags. Wearable pumps are usually smaller and lighter than traditional pumps, and hands-free operation is ideal for moms who want to pump while multitasking. It has a quiet operation, even on higher power settings, registering LO on the dB reader. Despite a low vibrating sound, we barely heard it when background music played.

The Elvie can have leaking issues, especially if you bend over for a long time. A form-fitting bra, like a stretchy nursing bra, might help keep it in place. However, the flexibility of walking around while wearing the Elvie makes it a trade-off some consider acceptable.

Cleaning the Elvie Stride pump parts can be done by handwashing with warm, soapy water.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

Hygiene


The Stride features a closed system design, and the clean-up is a snap. Having the right brush nearby is essential to effective cleaning.


A flexible bottle brush or straw brush is particularly helpful for reaching the cup's rounded curves.

elvie stride - we suggest having a few bottle brushes on hand to help reach the...
We suggest having a few bottle brushes on hand to help reach the cup's rounded curves of the Elvie Stride.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

Some parts, such as the breast shield, cup, valve, and diaphragms, can be cleaned in a dishwasher, but washing by hand can potentially increase their longevity. Putting the pump together isn't difficult, but every part must be connected correctly.

elvie stride - the elvie stride is designed for hands-free pumping, and the cups...
The Elvie Stride is designed for hands-free pumping, and the cups can be worn in your bra during use.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

Should You Buy the Elvie Stride?


If you're willing to pay the high cost, the Elvie Stride is a compelling contender for busy moms looking for portability, hands-free pumping, and a hushed operation. We also like the user-friendly app, allowing easy control and data tracking. However, it isn't as efficient as many competitors, which could be a reason not to buy if your goal is efficiency.

elvie stride - the elvie offers a hands-free experience but isn't tube-free.
The Elvie offers a hands-free experience but isn't tube-free.
Credit: Abriah Wofford

What Other Breast Pumps Should You Consider?


The Spectra S1 Plus is a podium finisher. This pump is strong, efficient, and great for establishing and maintaining a milk supply. While it has a rechargeable battery, making it good for taking to work or pumping away from an outlet, it isn't as portable as the Elvie. But its efficiency is unbeatable. The Baby Buddha is an affordable, portable double breast pump with strong suction power. It costs less than the Elvie and is more efficient. While neither is a discreet wearable like the Elvie, some prefer a cheaper or faster pumping session over discretion.

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Meet Your Review Team

Molly Bradac
Molly Bradac
Senior Review Editor
Senior Review Editor, Molly Bradac, is a core member of the GearLab Baby product review team. With over 14 years of experience as a Nanny and Newborn Care Specialist, Molly has changed more diapers than most parents would in four lifetimes. She is the literal Mary Poppins of GearLab. Her extensive experience includes helping children establish sleeping routines, creating calming environments for sleep, and overnight care for newborns, managing feeds and diaper changes by the glow of a night... read more
Juliet Spurrier, MD
Juliet Spurrier, MD
Mom-in-Chief
Dr. Juliet Baciocco Spurrier is a board-certified pediatrician, Fellow of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), mother of two, and founder of the Baby section of GearLab. Juliet earned her Bachelor of Arts degrees in Anthropology and Italian Literature from the University of California at Berkeley and her Medical degree from Georgetown University School of Medicine in Washington DC. She completed her pediatric residency at the Doernbecher Children's Hospital at Oregon Health & Science... read more