OverviewMedela Solo™ Hands-free single electric breast pump is a compact, wearable solution for occasional hands‑free milk expression. The pump unit pairs with the Medela Hands‑free Collection Cup, an anatomically shaped, ultra‑light cup designed for discreet in‑bra use and simple cleaning (three cup parts).
Features & Benefits- Anatomic design: collection cup shaped to fit the breast to support effective milk expression and comfort.
- 105° angle technology: cup angle engineered to improve fit and reduce pressure on breast tissue for better milk removal.
- Ultra‑light collection cup: cup weighs approx. 76 g for comfortable, discreet wear under clothing.
- Hands‑free wearable cup: designed to fit inside most nursing bras to enable multitasking during pumping.
- 2‑Phase Expression™ technology: stimulation followed by expression to mimic natural sucking rhythm for efficient milk removal.
- Adjustable suction: 9 vacuum levels to identify your Maximum Comfort Vacuum in both stimulation and expression modes.
- Easy to clean: only three cup parts to clean; cup components are top‑rack dishwasher safe; recommended daily sanitisation.
- Transparent design: allows visual checking of nipple placement and milk flow during expression.
- Connectivity: Bluetooth® connectivity to the Medela Family app for automatic tracking, personalised content and pumping tools (app optional).
- Intuitive pump unit: compact pump with four main buttons and built‑in USB rechargeable battery for cordless use.
How it worksPump vacuum is delivered via tubing from the pump unit to the Hands‑free Collection Cup. The applied vacuum expresses milk into the cup; after pumping, transfer expressed milk from the cup into a milk‑safe bottle or storage container. The wearable cup is not intended for long‑term milk storage.
What's included- Medela Solo™ single electric wearable pump unit (built‑in rechargeable battery)
- Medela Hands‑free Collection Cup (transparent, anatomically shaped)
- 24 mm breast shield (included configuration)
- Membrane
- Tubing
- USB charging cable / adapter
- Instructions for use
Care and cleaningThe Hands‑free Collection Cup should be boiled for 10 minutes before first use. Wash all cup parts after every use (hand wash or top‑rack dishwasher). Sanitise once per day (boil for 10 minutes or use recommended microwave sanitising method). Do not rinse or submerge pump unit or internal tubing; wipe exterior of pump and tubing if needed. Do not store milk in the pump cup; transfer expressed milk to a milk‑safe container after pumping.
Usage notesStart with the stimulation phase and switch to expression once milk flow is observed. Pump at the highest comfortable suction (Maximum Comfort Vacuum). Continue until the breast feels well drained and milk flow has stopped rather than following a fixed time. The wearable cup holds up to 150 ml and is designed to fit most breast shapes and nursing bras; avoid full forward‑leaning or vigorous exercise while wearing the cup to prevent spillage.
Technical specifications- Model name: Solo™
- Brand: Medela
- Collection cup capacity: up to 150 ml
- Collection cup weight: approximately 76 g
- Available tunnel sizes: 21 mm, 24 mm, 27 mm (24 mm supplied)
- Pump vacuum settings: 9 adjustable vacuum levels
- Expression technology: 2‑Phase Expression™ (stimulation + expression)
- Battery: built‑in USB rechargeable battery — up to approx. 1.5 hours per full charge (around 6 pumping sessions)
- Pump unit weight (approx.): 250 g; tubing approx. 16.7 g
- Package dimensions (approx.): 138.5 x 158.5 x 200.5 mm
- Parts to clean: 3 cup parts (cup, membrane, breast shield) — dishwasher safe (top rack)
- Warranty: global warranty
- Compatibility: compatible with Medela PersonalFit Flex™ pumping set (bottles); wearable cup and PersonalFit Flex™ tunnel diameters correspond