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Found 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: Found scores higher on our rubric, 7.3/10 against 5.7/10. Full reasoning, pricing and the cases where the other one wins are below.

Found beats MEDVi overall, scoring 7.3/10 vs 5.7/10. Published pricing is not a like-for-like monthly comparison: Found is published $129/mo; total not verified; MEDVi is $179 first month, then $299/mo. Choose Found for insured patients who want their glp-1 coverage checked and their copay minimized. Choose MEDVi for users who want both oral and injectable compounded options in one telehealth program.

A side-by-side look at Found 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

Found

#31 of 54
7.3/10

Science-backed weight management platform combining GLP-1 medications with behavioral health coaching and support.

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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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FeatureFoundMEDVi
Why each oneOne of the only GLP-1 platforms that actively coordinates with insurance companies, offers a GLP-1 coverage check, and prescribes from 10+ medications.Oral and injectable compounded formats in one program, with micro-dosing options and a path to FDA-approved brand medication.
Our Score7.3/105.7/10
Headline Pricepublished $129/mo; total not verified$179 first month, then $299/mo
Medication TypeBothBoth
Insurance AcceptedYesNo
Best ForInsured patients who want their GLP-1 coverage checked and their copay minimizedUsers who want both oral and injectable compounded options in one telehealth program
Watch out forCosts vary by insurance status and medication choice rather than one flat rate; run Found's coverage check first to see your exact copay before payingFDA 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#31#46
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Pros & Cons Compared

Found

Pros

  • +Active insurance coordination, Found contacts your insurer and reports which GLP-1s are covered, prior auth requirements, and estimated copay
  • +10+ medication options including both compounded and brand-name (Wegovy, Zepbound, Wegovy pill), the widest formulary of any platform
  • +Typical insured copay of ~$30/mo for most members, dramatically lower than cash-pay alternatives
  • +Most members start treatment within one week of completing the health questionnaire

Cons

  • Costs vary by insurance status and medication choice rather than one flat rate; run Found's coverage check first to see your exact copay before paying
  • The insurance navigation process adds steps compared to simple cash-pay platforms; the payoff is the ~$30 typical copay
  • Compounded medication availability may shift with FDA enforcement changes; the 10+ medication formulary lets your clinician move you to a brand-name option if it does

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

Found edges out MEDVi with a score of 7.3/10 vs 5.7/10. Published pricing is not a like-for-like monthly comparison: Found is published $129/mo; total not verified; MEDVi is $179 first month, then $299/mo. Found accepts insurance, which can significantly reduce your out-of-pocket costs.

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