A manual pump is much cheaper, but with it you will be doing a lot of the work yourself, and might not get as much milk as a result. On the other hand, an electric breast pump is more effective, but is also more expensive. Here is a breakdown between manual and electric breast pumps:
Manual Breast Pumps
A manual breast pump is hand operated and can only be used for one breast at a time. It requires the user to squeeze repeatedly to create the suction on the breast and express milk. Another benefit to selecting a manual unit is that they are a cheap breast pump when compared to an electric one, which makes them a good choice for mums with a budget that only need to express occasionally.
Electric Breast Pumps
An electric breast pump will do all the work for you, making them super easy and convenient to use. You can also opt for a double breast pump, which expresses milk from both breasts at the same time. An electric breast pump is a must-have for mums who express milk daily.