Comparison · updated October 16, 2026

Direct Meds GLP-1 vs MEDVi: Direct Meds GLP-1 for compounded medication only, MEDVi for brand-name or compounded options

Direct Meds GLP-1 and MEDVi differ in what you pay and which medicines they list. Compounded medicines are not FDA-approved.

These two prices are different kinds of bill, so read the line under each price before you compare them.

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Which should you choose, Direct Meds GLP-1 or MEDVi?

Short answer: Choose MEDVi if you want brand-name medicine as an option. If that doesn't matter to you, compare their plans below.

Direct Meds GLP-1 is best for

Users who value published format-specific pricing and can independently monitor billing and cancellation.

Choose MEDVi if

  • you want brand-name medicine as an option

The available assessments do not establish a score winner, so choose by the medicine, total cost and care you need.

By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher & Publisher
Reviewed & updated · Cites primary sources (FDA, NEJM, CMS) · Not medical advice

Direct Meds GLP-1 vs MEDVi side by side

Direct Meds GLP-1 and MEDVi compared fact by fact
Direct Meds GLP-1MEDVi
Pricefrom $297/mo$179(affiliate link)First month, then $299/mo
MedicineCompounded onlyBrand-name and compounded
Needle-free optionBothYes, a pill or other oral form
InsuranceBothNo insurance listed
ConsultationBothIncluded
ShippingBothFree
Where it ships48 states plus Washington DC, not Mississippi or LouisianaNot published
Trustpilot4.6 / 5 across 16,278 reviews4.3 / 5 across 15,014 reviews
BBB ratingNot Rated (not accredited; October 9, 2026)F (not accredited)
Our score7.5/10 Good6.5/10 Fair
Assessment limitsChecked Oct 16, 2026.Checked Oct 16, 2026; a rating claim didn't match Trustpilot.

What Direct Meds GLP-1 and MEDVi plans cost

Direct Meds GLP-1

Separate injection and sublingual-drop options, with provider review, nursing support and shipping included. Online intake does not establish better or worse clinical care than another program.

All 4 Direct Meds GLP-1 plans

We checked Direct Meds GLP-1's prices on September 3, 2026.

MEDVi(affiliate link)

Compounded semaglutide tablets and injections, a separate compounded tirzepatide injection, and brand-name Wegovy and Zepbound paths with a $99 membership plus medication.

All 5 MEDVi plans
How MEDVi bills

First month, then $299/mo

We checked MEDVi's prices on September 3, 2026.

What to watch for with Direct Meds GLP-1 and MEDVi

Direct Meds GLP-1

  • Compounded medications only, no brand-name Wegovy, Zepbound, or Ozempic on the menu
  • Injectable compounded semaglutide is $297 a month and the sublingual drops are $249 a month on the product page, so the cheaper in-house format saves $48, and both sit above the lowest cash-pay entry prices in this comparison
Direct Meds GLP-1's strengths, cautions and terms

Strengths

  • The published $297/mo compounded semaglutide injection tier includes medication, consultations, shipping, and pharmacy fees
  • Format-specific prices are published on the site, which makes the advertised medication and service bundle easier to compare
  • Its executive team identifies Dr. Justin Hohl as chief medical officer
  • Ongoing nursing access and digital follow-ups are described in the program bundle

More to watch for

  • The marketing page says no subscriptions, but the terms cover automatic 30-day renewals for subscription products. Confirm which terms apply and the 48-hour cancellation cutoff
Medicines listed
  • Semaglutide (compounded injectable)
  • Semaglutide (sublingual drops, $249/mo)
  • Tirzepatide (compounded injectable)
  • Tirzepatide (sublingual drops, $299/mo)
  • NAD+ (non-GLP-1 wellness)
  • Sermorelin (non-GLP-1 peptide)
Insurance
No insurance support listed
Consultation
Included
Shipping
Free
States
48 states plus Washington DC, not Mississippi or Louisiana
Cancellation
For subscription products, turn off auto-refill at least 48 hours before the next processing date; terms specify 30-day billing with 5-7 days' advance notice. An order cancellation can be attempted within 24 hours only if the provider network has not received it. Received medication is non-refundable. Limited return exceptions apply, with a $35 disposal fee; report issues within 48 hours of receipt.

MEDVi

  • 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: Trustpilot shows 4.3 out of 5 across 15,014 reviews, and MEDVi invited 157 of the 200 newest reviewers, while the BBB grades MEDVi F, lists it as not accredited and counts 763 complaints in three years (we checked on October 15, 2026)
MEDVi's strengths, cautions and terms

Strengths

  • Compounded semaglutide tablets and injections, plus a separately advertised compounded tirzepatide injection
  • The landing page says the program is HSA and FSA eligible and includes dietician visits and care coaching, with a footnote making that subject to insurance and copay eligibility
  • $179 covers the first month of compounded semaglutide on MEDVi's landing page, including physician review, the personalized plan, medication and free shipping

More to watch for

  • You pay $179 only for the first semaglutide charge; each refill costs you $299, and MEDVi's own replies to BBB complaints say your subscription renews every 28 days, so you pay $3,767 for 13 charges in a year rather than $2,327
  • Brand-name Wegovy and Zepbound paths add a $99 membership plus a medication cost the page does not publish, and the same page's hero says "No membership or hidden fees!" directly above those cards; availability is subject to change
  • No insurance accepted, and oral compounded semaglutide has less clinical data than injectable forms
Medicines listed
  • Semaglutide (compounded injectable)
  • Semaglutide (compounded oral tablets)
  • Tirzepatide (compounded injectable; full billing terms unconfirmed)
  • Wegovy (brand-name pill or injection; availability subject to change)
  • Zepbound (brand-name injection; availability subject to change)
  • Ozempic (brand-name path referenced in MEDVi disclosures)
Insurance
No insurance support listed
Consultation
Included
Shipping
Free
Prescribers
OpenLoop Health and CareGLP Affiliated P.C.s; individual clinician credentials are not disclosed before checkout
States
Not published. MEDVi's terms say "The Services are currently available to individuals located in certain states" and give the list only by emailing customer service. No state count or state list is shown on the site's contact, about, terms or FAQ pages (rendered check 2026-09-03)
Cancellation
Cancel by email or patient-portal chat at least 72 hours before the next billing date. Multi-month plans refund only months for which no medication shipped. Medical disqualification is refundable.

Compounded medicines are not FDA-approved, and the FDA does not review them for safety, effectiveness or quality before they are sold. Read the FDA's explanation of the risks.

Direct Meds GLP-1 vs MEDVi: common questions

Is Direct Meds GLP-1 or MEDVi cheaper?

At least one headline price is a starting, introductory, prepaid or partial figure, so neither is simply cheaper.

  • Direct Meds GLP-1from $297/mostarting price
  • MEDVi$179first month, then $299/mo

Which is better, Direct Meds GLP-1 or MEDVi?

Neither wins outright on our scores, so the better one is the one that fits your medicine, budget and care needs.

Direct Meds GLP-1 lists compounded medication only, and MEDVi lists brand-name and compounded medication.

Do Direct Meds GLP-1 and MEDVi offer brand-name medication?

Direct Meds GLP-1 lists compounded medication only, and MEDVi lists brand-name and compounded medication.

Compounded medications are not FDA-approved. Your prescriber decides which medicine suits you.

Do Direct Meds GLP-1 and MEDVi take insurance?

Neither Direct Meds GLP-1 nor MEDVi lists insurance support.

Where these facts come from

Direct Meds GLP-1:prices checked September 3, 2026, score evidence assessed October 16, 2026.Read our Direct Meds GLP-1 review

MEDVi:prices checked September 3, 2026, score evidence assessed October 16, 2026.Read our MEDVi review

We score on a published methodology, and partnership never changes a score or a fact here.

What should you compare next?

Both Direct Meds GLP-1 and MEDVi start above the cheapest complete recurring program we track. Across all 38 providers in our index, the lowest price that includes the medicine, consultation and shipping is Eden Health GLP-1 at $99/mo, checked August 28, 2026. This is a price fact, not a treatment recommendation. Compare every program by its complete price

Before you sign up, read our trust checks: is Direct Meds GLP-1 legit and is MEDVi legit.

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