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bmiMD vs MEDVi: Which GLP-1 Provider Is Better?

By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher & Publisher
Reviewed & updated · Cites primary sources (FDA, NEJM, CMS) · Not medical advice
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Short answer: bmiMD scores higher on our rubric, 8.0/10 against 5.7/10. Full reasoning, pricing and the cases where the other one wins are below.

bmiMD beats MEDVi overall, scoring 8/10 vs 5.7/10. Published pricing is not a like-for-like monthly comparison: bmiMD is $289/mo month-to-month; MEDVi is $179 first month, then $299/mo. Choose bmiMD for users who want an established, large-scale platform with same-day consults and strong promo pricing. Choose MEDVi for users who want both oral and injectable compounded options in one telehealth program.

A side-by-side look at bmiMD and MEDVi to help you decide. We compare them on:

  • Starting price per month
  • Our overall score, out of 10
  • Medication type, brand-name or compounded
  • Whether they accept insurance
  • Who each one is best for
Higher Rated

bmiMD

#4 of 54
8/10

Budget-friendly GLP-1 platform offering both medication types at one of the lowest price points in the market.

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MEDVi

#46 of 54
5.7/10

MEDVi offers oral and injectable compounded GLP-1 care. Semaglutide is $179 for month one and $299 for refills. Trustpilot is 4.4/5 across roughly 11,000 reviews, while BBB is F/not accredited. FDA warning letter #721455 concerns misleading labeling and marketing, not an allegation that the medication was unsafe.

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FeaturebmiMDMEDVi
Why each oneOne of the largest GLP-1 telehealth platforms (80,000+ customers) with same-day physician consults and a money-back eligibility guarantee.Oral and injectable compounded formats in one program, with micro-dosing options and a path to FDA-approved brand medication.
Our Score8/105.7/10
Headline Price$289/mo month-to-month$179 first month, then $299/mo
Medication TypeBothBoth
Insurance AcceptedNoNo
Best ForUsers who want an established, large-scale platform with same-day consults and strong promo pricingUsers who want both oral and injectable compounded options in one telehealth program
Watch out forStandard semaglutide pricing is $289/mo, above competitors at $99-199/mo; the TAKEOFF 3-month entry (about $99/mo first month) and annual plans from $99/mo bring the effective rate downFDA warning letter #721455, issued February 20, 2026, cites misleading labeling and marketing that implied MEDVi compounded the drugs and that compounded products were equivalent to or FDA-evaluated like approved brands. The letter does not allege unsafe medication
Ranking#4#46
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Pros & Cons Compared

bmiMD

Pros

  • +Same-day physician consults, one of the few platforms offering telehealth appointments the same day you apply
  • +80,000+ customer base with a 4.3-star Trustpilot rating (600+ reviews) provides real social proof of reliability
  • +100% money-back guarantee if your consultation determines you don't qualify for GLP-1 treatment
  • +HSA/FSA accepted for all programs

Cons

  • Standard semaglutide pricing is $289/mo, above competitors at $99-199/mo; the TAKEOFF 3-month entry (about $99/mo first month) and annual plans from $99/mo bring the effective rate down
  • $29.99 shipping fee per order where most competitors ship free; factor it into your monthly total
  • A $50 non-refundable cancellation fee applies after intake approval; decide before the consult, and cancel at least 48 hours ahead of your monthly processing date

MEDVi

Pros

  • +One of the few compounded providers offering both oral tablets and injectable semaglutide
  • +Micro-dosing options available, can start at sub-standard doses for patients concerned about side effects
  • +Sleek onboarding experience with clear progress tracking through their patient portal
  • +$179 covers the first month of compounded semaglutide on the current Katalys landing, including clinician review, medication and shipping

Cons

  • FDA warning letter #721455, issued February 20, 2026, cites misleading labeling and marketing that implied MEDVi compounded the drugs and that compounded products were equivalent to or FDA-evaluated like approved brands. The letter does not allege unsafe medication
  • Its third-party records conflict: 4.4/5 across roughly 11,000 Trustpilot reviews, but an F and no accreditation at the BBB
  • The $179 semaglutide price is introductory; the current Katalys landing says refills are $299/mo, making the first-year total $3,468 rather than $2,148
  • Brand-name Wegovy and Zepbound paths add a $99 membership plus the medication cost, which the current landing does not publish; availability can change
  • No insurance accepted, and oral compounded semaglutide has less clinical data than injectable forms

Our Verdict

bmiMD edges out MEDVi with a score of 8/10 vs 5.7/10. Published pricing is not a like-for-like monthly comparison: bmiMD is $289/mo month-to-month; MEDVi is $179 first month, then $299/mo.

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Headline price: $289/mo month-to-month

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