Embody vs Maximus: Which GLP-1 Provider Is Better?
By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher
Embody beats Maximus overall, scoring 7.3/10 vs 7.1/10. Embody is more affordable at $149/mo vs $150/mo. Choose Embody for people who want the oral tirzepatide gum, or who'll choose t. Choose Maximus for men who want glp-1 alongside testosterone or other men's hea.
A side-by-side look at Embody and Maximus 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
Embody
#37 of 52Online weight-loss program that ships compounded GLP-1 medication to your door. Run by Modern Metabolic Medicine, Inc. and prescribed through CareGLP Affiliated P.C.s, their network of licensed doctors. Two pricing plans run side by side: a promo plan starting at $99/mo for semaglutide (or $149/mo for tirzepatide) that jumps after month 1, and 'Embody Flat' at $299/mo that doesn't go up. Their standout: oral tirzepatide gum, for people who don't want to inject.
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#45 of 52Men's performance and health platform offering GLP-1 alongside testosterone optimization and other protocols.
Visit Maximus| Feature | Embody | Maximus |
|---|---|---|
| Our Score | 7.3/10 | 7.1/10 |
| Starting Price | $149/mo | $150/mo |
| Medication Type | Compounded | Compounded |
| Insurance Accepted | No | No |
| Best For | People who want the oral tirzepatide gum, or who'll choose the $299/mo 'Embody Flat' plan at signup for one predictable price | Men who want GLP-1 alongside testosterone or other men's health protocols |
| Ranking | #37 | #45 |
| Get started | Visit Embody | Visit Maximus |
Pros & Cons Compared
Embody
Pros
- +Oral tirzepatide gum is rare. Real option for needle-phobic users. (How well it absorbs vs the FDA-approved injection isn't published.)
- +Cheap first month, $99 for semaglutide or $149 for tirzepatide. Among the lowest entry prices in the category.
- +'Embody Flat' plan is $299/mo flat with no surprise increases, predictable if you pick it from the start.
- +100% money-back guarantee in writing: if you follow the program and don't see results in 6 months, they say they'll make it right.
- +Replies to every negative Trustpilot review, usually within 24 hours.
Cons
- −Two plans run side by side and the switchover isn't always clear at signup: the $149 promo month steps up to $299–$399 from month 2 (Embody confirms both plans in its review replies). Pick 'Embody Flat' at signup if you want one predictable number.
- −Trustpilot rating is a polarized 3.3 / 5 across 46 reviews: 41% five-star, 24% one-star. Price is the top complaint theme, most of it tied to the promo-to-flat switchover above.
- −Embody doesn't name which pharmacy makes the medication, just 'multiple USA certified pharmacies.' This is the norm in the category, most major brands (Embody, Henry, Hims, Yucca, Eden) don't publicly name their pharmacy partners; ask support directly if provenance matters to you.
- −No HIPAA disclosure on their site (HIPAA is the federal law protecting your medical info, most telehealth providers publish a statement confirming they follow it).
- −Compounded medications only, no brand-name Wegovy, Zepbound, Mounjaro, or Ozempic available.
- −If you stop treatment and come back, Embody's doctors will likely restart you at the lowest dose (2.5mg). It's their safety policy; raise your dose history at signup, the prescriber makes the final call.
Maximus
Pros
- +Lowest entry price in the market, $79.99/mo microdose semaglutide, $99.99/mo 3-month starter pack
- +GLP-1 microdosing available for BMI as low as 22, the only platform serving patients below standard obesity criteria
- +Nausea-reducing formula with added glycine and B12 to ease GLP-1 side effects
- +Free expedited shipping on all medication orders
Cons
- −The $99.99/mo rate is introductory: standard dosing is $299.99/mo, with consultations billed separately at $28-35 and labs at $199-349/yr, so budget on the standard rate, not the intro
- −Compounding pharmacy partners are not disclosed, a transparency gap for a healthcare platform
- −Bulk-plan prices rise as your dose escalates; ask for the full dose-price schedule up front so total cost isn't a surprise
Our Verdict
Embody edges out Maximus with a score of 7.3/10 vs 7.1/10. If budget is your priority, Embody starts at $149/mo compared to Maximus's $150/mo. Choose Embody if you want: people who want the oral tirzepatide gum, or who'll choose the $299/mo 'embody flat' plan at signup for one predictable price. Choose Maximus if you want: men who want glp-1 alongside testosterone or other men's health protocols.
Still undecided? Editor's Featured Pick
Yucca Health
$146/mo · 7.7/10 · Compounded
If neither Embody nor Maximus feels like the right fit, our featured pick across all 52 GLP-1 telehealth providers is Yucca Health. It is not the highest-scored provider in our full rankings. We feature it for its low-friction value: a flat $146/mo that stays the same at every dose.
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