Updated October 18, 2026 · NurseryCue Editorial Team
Elvie vs Lolalykke
Elvie
Lolalykke
Higher score in this comparison
What sets them apart
| Compare | ElvieReviewVisitVisit | LolalykkeReviewSee alternativesSee alternatives |
|---|---|---|
| Price from | $169.99 | €6.80 |
| Maximum suction (mmHg) | 300 | 339 |
| Mobile app | YesHas it | No |
| US insurance eligible | YesHas it | No |
| Flange sizes | 21mm, 24mm, 28mm, 15mm, 17mm, 19mm | 25 mm, 21 mm, 19 mm, 17 mm, 15 mm |
| Markets | US | FI, SE, GB, IE, NO, CH, CY, MT, IS, US, CACovers more |
| Battery runtime (minutes) | Not confirmed | 5.5 |
| Subscription | Not confirmed | No |
Same on both: Pump type (Wearable), Closed system (Yes), Spare parts shop (Yes).
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Key differences
- Lolalykke scores higher overall: 9.0 vs 8.7.
- Mobile app: only Elvie.
- US insurance eligible: only Elvie.
- Support channels: only Elvie offers Phone.
- Support channels: only Lolalykke offers Email.
- Founded is lower at Elvie: 2013 vs 2018.
- Lolalykke is available in 10 more countries.
- Products: only Lolalykke offers Bottle.
- Flange sizes: only Elvie offers 21mm, 24mm, 28mm.
- Flange sizes: only Lolalykke offers 25 mm, 21 mm, 19 mm.
Our verdict on each
Elvie
Elvie pairs a closed system pump with a spare parts shop and a mobile app, so it suits parents who want to pump discreetly and then order their own parts. It scores 8.7 here, with US insurance eligibility helping families who buy through cover.
Lolalykke
Lolalykke suits parents who want a wearable pump they can wear rather than hold, and who are buying outright rather than on a plan. It holds a score of 9, with entry pricing of €6.80, a closed system and a spare parts shop for replacements, and email, chat and help centre for support.
Score breakdown
| Area | Elvie | Lolalykke |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 8.1Elvie's entry price of $169.99 sits above Willow at $15.99 and ranks 48 in a field of 50. | 9.8HigherEntry pricing of €6.80 sits under the €64.47 median for wearables, with no subscription attached. |
| Offer | 9.1HigherA wearable pump with a mobile app, a closed system and US insurance eligibility scores 9.1 on offer. | 8.5Closed system, spare parts shop, the wearable format and flange sizes of 25 mm, 21 mm and 19 mm. |
| Trust | 9.2HigherUS legal entity Willow Innovations, Inc., founded 2013, with support on chat, phone and help centre scores 9.2. | 8.3Trades as Lola&Lykke Oy in FI since 2018, with email, chat and help centre for customer help. |
What we checked
Elvie
- elvie.com: 14 facts, checked September 30, 2026
Lolalykke
- lolalykke.com: 16 facts, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | Elvie | Lolalykke |
|---|---|---|
| Breast pumps | 3 of 21 | 13 of 21 |
| Wearable breast pumps | 3 of 13 | 10 of 13 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | Elvie | Lolalykke |
|---|---|---|
| Products | Breast pump | Breast pump, BottleCovers more |
| Legal entity | Willow Innovations, Inc. | Lola&Lykke Oy |
| Headquarters | United States | Finland |
| Founded | 2013Lower | 2018 |
| Support channels | Chat, Phone, Help centre | Email, Chat, Help centre |
Cribs and bassinets
| Fact | Elvie | Lolalykke |
|---|---|---|
| Sleep safety standard | Astm f2194 | Not confirmed |
| Maximum age | 5 months | Not confirmed |
| Maximum child weight (kg) | 10 | Not confirmed |
| Mattress included | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Smart features | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Rental option | No | Not confirmed |
| Warranty | 1 year | Not confirmed |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | Elvie | Lolalykke | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maximum suction (mmHg) | 300above the median | 339highest quarter | 295 |
| Battery runtime (minutes) | Not confirmed | 5.5lowest quarter | 100 |
Median across 13 listed brands.
Pros and cons
Elvie
Pros
- A closed system pump, so the milk path stays clear of the motor parts and the pieces you wash are the pieces you touch.
- US insurance eligible, so a covered family can bring $169.99 into a plan instead of paying it at checkout.
- A spare parts shop, so a worn flange, tubing or valve can be ordered on its own rather than with a new pump.
Cons
- The range is narrow: breast pump is the only product type listed, while Lansinoh and Evenflo Company both list a bottle alongside a pump.
- Elvie trades in US only, so anyone buying outside the US is ordering from abroad.
- The entry price of $169.99 against Willow at $15.99 is a wide gap when the outlay is the deciding factor.
Lolalykke
Pros
- Entry pricing of €6.80 compares closely with Lansinoh at $7.47, making the pair a close call for a new buyer.
- Closed system on the electric pump, the same design 100% of the brands compared share.
- Maximum suction of 339 mmHg sits above the 295 mmHg median recorded across the category.
Cons
- No mobile app, which puts the pump outside the 71.4% of compared brands that do ship one.
- Minimum battery of 5.5-minute places the brand at 9 of 10 on the battery comparison, so pumping away from a charger stays brief.
- Support runs on email, chat and help centre, while 57.2% of compared brands add a phone line.
Who each suits
Elvie
Who it suits
- Parents who express at work or while travelling and want a wearable unit worn inside the bra.
- US families with insurance cover, since the pump is US insurance eligible.
- People who keep a pump for years and buy their own wear parts from the spare parts shop.
Who should look elsewhere
- Willow, when the entry price decides it: Willow lists $15.99 against Elvie's $169.99.
- Lansinoh, if you want feeding and pumping from a single brand, since Lansinoh lists breast pump and bottle.
- Evenflo Company, for the same reason, as its range also lists breast pump and bottle.
Lolalykke
Who it suits
- Parents who pump while working or moving, since the wearable pump is worn rather than held.
- Shoppers who want a closed system and replacement parts from the same brand, with a spare parts shop in place.
- Buyers in the FI, SE and GB markets, where the breast pump and bottle in breast pump and bottle are both listed.
Who should look elsewhere
- Parents who want app control. There is no mobile app here, while 71.4% of the brands compared offer one, so Lansinoh or Willow may suit better.
- Parents planning long sessions away from a charger. 5.5 minutes of battery ranks 9 of 10, so another name may serve longer unplugged.
- US buyers counting on insurance reimbursement, since US insurance eligibility is not offered. Buyers in that position should check coverage per brand before settling.
Country by country
| Country | Elvie | Lolalykke |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | No | Yes |
| Cyprus | No | Yes |
| Finland | No | Yes |
| Iceland | No | Yes |
| Ireland | No | Yes |
| Malta | No | Yes |
| Norway | No | Yes |
| Sweden | No | Yes |
8 of 11 countries where either is available.
Questions about each
Elvie
How much does an Elvie pump cost?+
The Elvie pump is listed at $169.99. Elvie ranks 48 in a field of 50 brands compared on entry price, so it sits mid-field rather than at either end. Across the brands here, prices run €42 to €4,317.51, which places the Elvie figure toward the cheaper end of that spread.
Can I pay for an Elvie pump through insurance?+
The pump is US insurance eligible, so a covered family can order it through their plan rather than paying $169.99 out of pocket. That arrangement is tied to the US, which is the market Elvie lists in the United States. Buyers elsewhere arrange payment and any warranty claim on their own.
Lolalykke
How much does a Lolalykke pump cost at entry?+
Prices start at €6.80 on the current range, and that is the figure the comparison ranks, placing the brand at 5 of 50 on entry price. Lansinoh lists $7.47, so the two sit close together on the published numbers.
Is there a subscription or renewal charge to plan for?+
Subscription is not offered, so nothing recurs after the purchase and no renewal charge follows. The range listed is breast pumps and bottles per breast pump and bottle, with no ongoing plan attached to either. Buyers who would rather pay a flat cost than manage a repeat order will find that arrangement suits them.
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