Lansinoh Silverette vs Momfy Silver Nursing Cups: Which Heal Sore Nipples Faster?

COMPARISON · FEEDING & NURSING

Sore, cracked nipples are one of the most common reasons new parents give up breastfeeding earlier than they planned. Silver nursing cups have become one of the most talked-about solutions in the last few years, offering a natural, cream-free way to soothe and protect tender skin between feeds. The idea is simple: pop a small, dome-shaped silver cup over each nipple after feeding. The antimicrobial properties of silver work alongside your own breastmilk to promote healing, while the cup creates a physical barrier against clothing friction.

But with prices ranging from around twenty pounds to nearly fifty, the choice is not as straightforward as it sounds. The Lansinoh Silverette has been the go-to recommendation from midwives and lactation consultants for over two decades, while the Momfy has emerged as a more affordable alternative that promises the same relief at roughly half the cost. We put both side by side to help you decide which pair deserves a spot in your hospital bag.

Lil' Bubba's verdicts

• Best Overall: Lansinoh Silverette Nursing Cups · 8.5/10 - proven heritage, purest silver, trusted by midwives for 25 years
• Best Value: Momfy Silver Nursing Cups · 7.5/10 - nearly half the price with a durable trilaminate build and storage pouch included

	Lansinoh Silverette	Momfy
Silver purity	999 pure silver	Trilaminate (999 surfaces, structural core)
Price	~£43	~£23
Sizes	One size	One size (Regular)
Nickel-free	Yes	Yes
Derm. tested	Not specified	Yes
Extras included	None	Velvet storage pouch
Made in	Italy (handcrafted)	UK-based brand
UK availability	Wide (major retailers)	Amazon UK, own site

How we picked these two

We focused on silver nursing cups that are readily available through joined UK retailers, currently in stock, and backed by enough real-world parent feedback for a fair comparison. Both the Lansinoh Silverette and the Momfy represent different ends of the silver cup market: the established premium choice versus the newer value-focused challenger. We looked at silver purity and construction, comfort during wear, ease of cleaning, what parents actually say after weeks of daily use, and overall value for money.

What to look for in silver nursing cups

Silver purity. You will see 925 (sterling), 999 (pure), and trilaminate options. Higher purity silver has stronger antimicrobial properties, but 999 silver is softer and more prone to denting. Trilaminate designs bond pure silver surfaces to a reinforced core, aiming for the best of both worlds. All three grades are effective for nipple healing.

Fit and comfort. Silver cups sit inside your nursing bra between feeds. They should feel smooth, lightweight, and sit flush against the skin without sharp edges. Most cups come in one size, but a few brands offer small, regular, and large options. If you have particularly flat or inverted nipples, check the cup depth.

Durability. A good pair of silver cups should last your entire breastfeeding journey and beyond. Pure 999 silver is more likely to dent or lose shape over time. Sterling (925) and trilaminate builds hold up better to daily handling. All silver will tarnish naturally, but a quick wash with warm soapy water between feeds keeps them in good condition.

What they do not do. Silver cups soothe symptoms and create a healing environment, but they do not fix underlying latch issues, tongue-tie, or positioning problems. If you are in pain, speak with a lactation consultant alongside using cups. Think of them as a comfort tool, not a cure.

1. Lansinoh Silverette Nursing Cups / 10 · Best Overall

The Lansinoh Silverette has earned its reputation the hard way, through more than two decades of midwife recommendations and word-of-mouth from parents who swear by them. Handcrafted in Italy from 999 pure silver, each cup weighs just 3g and features a curved peak with folded edges designed to allow air circulation while creating a protective barrier. At around forty-three pounds, they are not cheap, but they are a one-time purchase that lasts your entire breastfeeding journey.

The simplicity is part of the appeal. After feeding, you leave a couple of drops of breastmilk in each cup and place them inside your nursing bra. No creams, no ointments, no fuss. The silver works alongside your own milk to soothe and help heal cracked, sore skin. They feel cool to the touch initially, which most parents describe as soothing rather than unpleasant.

What parents love

• Genuinely transformative. One parent told us: "I just cannot describe how life-changing the silver nipple cups have been for me. They started working from day one."
• Saves the breastfeeding journey. We hear repeatedly from parents that these cups were the reason they kept going. A parent shared: "I wish I had known about them before my nipples looked like they had gone through battle. They honestly saved my breastfeeding journey."
• No creams needed. Parents love ditching the lanolin and letting their own milk do the healing. Simple to use and nothing extra to buy.
• Eco-friendly credentials. Made from 100% recycled silver with fully recycled packaging, which matters to sustainability-minded parents.

What to know before you buy

• Premium price tag. At around forty-three pounds, they cost significantly more than a tube of nipple cream. The value only really kicks in if you breastfeed beyond the first few weeks.
• One size only. There is no sizing choice, which can be a problem if you are particularly petite or have larger nipples.
• Tricky at night. Several parents report that keeping the cups in place during sleep, especially when co-sleeping, can be a challenge.

Best for

• Parents who want the most established, midwife-recommended option
• First-time breastfeeders investing in proven relief
• Eco-conscious parents who value recycled materials
• Anyone who prefers a natural, cream-free approach

2. Momfy Silver Nursing Cups / 10 · Best Value

The Momfy takes a different approach to the same problem. Rather than using a single layer of pure silver, Momfy uses a trilaminate construction: 999 fine silver on both contact surfaces bonded around a reinforced structural core. The result is a cup that offers the antimicrobial benefits of pure silver where it touches your skin, while being more resistant to denting and deformation than a solid 999 cup. At around twenty-three pounds, it comes in at roughly half the price of the Silverette.

This is a UK-based brand that has been gaining traction among parents looking for an effective but more affordable option. The cups are dermatologically tested and certified nickel-free, and each pair comes with a soft velvet storage pouch, a small but thoughtful inclusion that the Lansinoh does not offer.

What parents love

• Sensitive-skin friendly. One parent told us: "Lovely quality and no irritation at all. My partner has super sensitive skin and had no issues with these cups whatsoever."
• Excellent value. Parents we hear from regularly say the lower price made the difference in trying silver cups at all. A parent shared: "Great quality, definitely worth the price and a must-have for breastfeeding."
• Durable build. The trilaminate construction holds its shape better than pure silver during daily handling, which is reassuring at a lower price point.

What to know before you buy

• Newer brand. Momfy does not have the decades of clinical heritage that Silverette offers. If a midwife recommendation matters to you, you are less likely to hear this name in a postnatal ward.
• Mixed reviews on thickness. A small number of parents have described the cups as feeling very thin, with one questioning whether they were genuinely silver. Most feedback is positive, but it is worth noting.
• Limited retail availability. Currently sold primarily through Amazon UK and the brand's own website, rather than high-street retailers.

Best for

• Budget-conscious parents who want silver cup benefits without the premium price
• Parents with sensitive or reactive skin (dermatologically tested)
• Second-time parents who know they want cups but do not need the prestige brand

How to choose between them

Choose the Lansinoh Silverette if you want the most trusted, widely recommended silver nursing cup on the market. The twenty-five-year track record, pure 999 silver construction, and Italian craftsmanship justify the higher price for parents who want peace of mind with their first baby or who value sustainability credentials. You will find them stocked in most major UK baby retailers, which makes returns straightforward if needed.

Choose the Momfy if budget is a factor but you still want genuine silver on your skin. The trilaminate construction is arguably more practical for everyday use, as it resists denting better than pure silver. The included storage pouch and dermatological testing are nice extras. If you already know you want silver cups and do not need a midwife's stamp of approval to feel confident, the Momfy delivers real value.

Whichever you choose, remember that silver cups work best as part of a broader breastfeeding support plan. They soothe and protect, but they cannot fix a shallow latch or undiagnosed tongue-tie. If you are struggling, a lactation consultant alongside your silver cups will make the biggest difference.

Add it to your Nest

Planning your breastfeeding toolkit? Add your favourite silver nursing cups to your free BubsNest registry so friends and family know exactly which pair to buy. One less thing to think about during those bleary-eyed early weeks.