Lansinoh Signature Pro & Lansinoh Smartpump 3.0 Review, tutorial, and set up | 2025

Today, we’re diving into two popular Lansinoh breast pumps: the Signature Pro and the Smart Pump 3.0. If you’ve been scouring your insurance options or looking for affordable pumps, these two likely popped up on your radar. They’re often offered as free or low-cost upgrades through DME companies, and while they’re budget-friendly, they each have their quirks.

Let’s break down the pros, cons, and features of these pumps so you can decide if they’re the right fit for you—or figure out how to make them work if you already have one.

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The Lansinoh Signature Pro

The Basics

The Signature Pro is incredibly affordable, retailing around $82, and is often covered fully by insurance. If cost is a major factor, this pump may catch your eye. It’s lightweight, straightforward, and comes with a closed-system design to keep milk from backing into the tubing.

But let’s address the elephant in the room: This pump isn’t exactly high-end. While I’ve been able to get it to perform decently with some effort, it’s not the most reliable or feature-rich pump. That said, if it’s your only option, don’t despair—it can get the job done with a little know-how.


Key Features

  • Portability: Or rather, lack thereof. The Signature Pro requires a plug unless you load it with six AA batteries. And those batteries? They’ll only last about four or five sessions, which feels both pricey and wasteful. So, this pump is best used while stationary.
  • Cycle Speeds: It offers three cycle speeds in expression mode, which is a nice touch for a pump in this price range.
  • Flange Fit: The Signature Pro comes with a 25mm flange size, which is a bit unusual. Many inserts and adapters on the market are designed for 24mm flanges, so finding the perfect fit might be tricky unless you stick to Lansinoh’s options.

Quirks to Watch For

  • The Plug Conundrum: Make sure you’re plugging the power cord into the correct port (not the suction port). Sounds silly, but trust me, it’s a common mistake!
  • Noise Level: This pump isn’t subtle. It’s one of the loudest in my collection of over 100 pumps.
  • Power: Suction tops out around 220 mmHg when double pumping, which is on the lower side but workable.

Final Thoughts on the Signature Pro

It’s not my top pick by any means, but if this pump is your only option, you can make it work. Pair it with good pumping practices (like proper flange fitting and cycle speed adjustments), and it’ll get you through.


The Lansinoh Smart Pump 3.0

The Basics

If you’re choosing between these two pumps, the Smart Pump 3.0 is the clear winner for me. It’s still affordable at around $129, but it offers more features and better performance than the Signature Pro. Plus, it’s more portable, thanks to a built-in battery.


Key Features

  • Portability: Unlike the Signature Pro, this pump has a rechargeable battery, giving you more freedom to move around while pumping.
  • Suction Power: It has higher suction capabilities, maxing out at around 275 mmHg. That’s a noticeable improvement over the Signature Pro.
  • Smart Features: The pump connects via Bluetooth to an app, letting you track your sessions and settings easily.
  • Cycle Speeds: Similar to the Signature Pro, the Smart Pump offers three cycle speeds for customization.

Performance

In testing, I found the Smart Pump’s suction patterns to be slightly different from the Signature Pro. It delivers a gentler, more consistent hold at the top of each suction cycle. This pump feels more robust and effective overall, which is why I always recommend it over the Signature Pro.


Durability

One potential downside is longevity. Both pumps are designed with a motor life of around 500 hours. While that’s pretty standard for budget pumps, my Smart Pump stopped suctioning after a few years of minimal use, which was a little disappointing.


Final Thoughts on the Smart Pump 3.0

If you’re debating between these two, this one’s a no-brainer. It’s not a superstar pump, but it’s affordable, reliable enough, and a step up from the Signature Pro.


The Verdict

  • Signature Pro: A workable option if you’re on a tight budget or it’s your only insurance-covered choice.
  • Smart Pump 3.0: A better investment if portability, stronger suction, and smart features matter to you.

Neither pump will blow you away, but they both have their place as affordable, functional breast pumps.


Have you tried one of these Lansinoh pumps? Share your experience in the comments! And if you’re still searching for the perfect pump, check out my free quiz below to find the best match for your needs. Happy pumping!

Meet Allison Tolman, LPN, IBCLC!

She is the owner and founder of New Little Life, a company dedicated to providing objective information and support for pumping mothers. With 15+ years of experience in various pregnancy and postpartum fields including as an LPN, birth doula, childbirth educator, and IBCLC, her current research focuses on testing and exploring breast pumps to find the most practical way to help pumping mothers reach their goals as well as teaching lactation professionals to better understand the complex art of pumping. 

She runs a long-term coaching program to support working mothers who are pumping

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