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Yucca Health$129-1.5%SkinnyRx$1990.0%ShedRx$195-1.0%MEDVi$1790.0%Embody$99+1.0%Bodybuilding Health+$139-2.1%Yucca Health$129-1.5%SkinnyRx$1990.0%ShedRx$195-1.0%MEDVi$1790.0%Embody$99+1.0%Bodybuilding Health+$139-2.1%

MEDVi or SkinnyRx: Which GLP-1 Program Fits You? (2026)

Both MEDVi and SkinnyRx can get you started on a GLP-1 from home — the question is which one suits the way you want to be cared for. We’ve put them side by side on price, medications, coverage, and the support you can count on, so you can pick with confidence instead of a shrug.

Our pick: SkinnyRx

For most people, SkinnyRx (9/10) just nudges ahead of MEDVi (8.8/10). That doesn’t make MEDVi the wrong choice, though — it may actually be the better fit if what you’re after is unlimited provider access

MEDVi

8.8$179/mo

Message your care team as often as you need — unlimited visits, baked into the price.

Pros

  • Unlimited provider visits and messaging
  • Injectable or oral tablet options
  • Free shipping included

Cons

  • The first-month promo rises to about $299/mo after
  • Oral tablets and brand-name options cost more

Best for: Unlimited provider access

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SkinnyRx

Our pick of the two
9$199/mo

Compounded or brand-name, in shots, drops, or tablets — whatever fits you best.

Pros

  • Choose injections, sublingual drops, or daily tablets
  • Compounded and brand-name GLP-1s both available
  • Overnight pharmacy shipping

Cons

  • Best price needs a 12-month bundle (single months cost more)
  • Brand-name options cost noticeably more

Best for: Brand-name and compounded under one roof

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The two, side by side

FeatureMEDViSkinnyRx
Monthly price$179$199
Rating8.8 / 109 / 10
Medication typeBrand & CompoundedBrand & Compounded
InsuranceNot AcceptedNot Accepted
States availableAll 50All 50
Consultation feeIncludedIncluded
ShippingFreeOvernight
Cancel anytimeYesYes

Prices shown are starting rates without insurance. Seed data — please verify before relying on it.

Common questions about these two programs

On our scoring, MEDVi sits at 8.8/10 and SkinnyRx at 9/10 — but the honest answer is that it comes down to what you need most. MEDVi tends to shine for unlimited provider access, while SkinnyRx is the stronger pick for brand-name and compounded under one roof
MEDVi starts at $179/month and SkinnyRx at $199/month. Semaglutide $179 first month, then ~$299/mo. Unlimited visits included. Semaglutide from $199/mo (12-mo bundle); tirzepatide from ~$299/mo. Those are starting figures, so check each program directly before you budget around them.
MEDVi is cash-pay only, and SkinnyRx is cash-pay only. If a program is cash-pay, you may still be able to put FSA or HSA dollars toward it.
Through MEDVi you can get Compounded Semaglutide, Compounded Tirzepatide, Oral tablets, Brand Ozempic, Brand Wegovy. SkinnyRx offers Compounded Semaglutide, Compounded Tirzepatide, Brand-name GLP-1s. Your prescriber decides which one is right for you from what each program stocks.
MEDVi serves all 50 states, and SkinnyRx serves all 50 states. State coverage can change, so do a quick check before you sign up.
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