Found vs TMates: Which GLP-1 Provider Is Better?
By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher
TMates beats Found overall, scoring 7.8/10 vs 7.3/10. Found is more affordable at $129/mo vs $158/mo. Choose Found for insured patients who want their glp-1 coverage checked and t. Choose TMates for users who want commitment-discount pricing on compounded glp.
A side-by-side look at Found and TMates 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
Found
#36 of 52Science-backed weight management platform combining GLP-1 medications with behavioral health coaching and support.
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#14 of 52Telemedicine platform offering two distinct archetypes: compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide with medication included (commitment pricing $158-$249/mo), and a clinical-service-only path to brand-name Wegovy/Zepbound at $99/mo where the prescription is sent to the patient's pharmacy. Phentermine also available. 2026 expansion added brand-name FDA-approved options.
Visit TMates| Feature | Found | TMates |
|---|---|---|
| Our Score | 7.3/10 | 7.8/10 |
| Starting Price | $129/mo | $158/mo |
| Medication Type | Both | Both |
| Insurance Accepted | Yes | Yes |
| Best For | Insured patients who want their GLP-1 coverage checked and their copay minimized | Users who want commitment-discount pricing on compounded GLP-1s ($158-$249/mo, medication included) or a $99/mo clinical path to brand Wegovy or Zepbound filled at their own pharmacy |
| Ranking | #36 | #14 |
| Get started | Visit Found | Visit TMates |
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
TMates
Pros
- +Clinical-service-only path to brand Wegovy and Zepbound at $99/mo, prescription goes to patient's pharmacy (you fill separately using insurance or cash)
- +Steep multi-month commitment discounts on compounded sema, $158/mo on 12-month plan ($1,900 upfront) vs $249/mo month-to-month
- +Same price at all dose levels for compounded, no cost escalation as you titrate up
- +Phentermine available at $149/mo for patients who benefit from a different appetite-suppressant approach
Cons
- −The $99/mo Wegovy/Zepbound tier is the clinical service only. Medication is billed separately at your pharmacy (can be $1,000+/mo cash without insurance). Choose this tier when your insurance covers the drug itself.
- −The best compounded rates require prepayment: $1,050 upfront for 6 months, $1,900 for 12. Start at $249 month-to-month if you want to test fit first.
- −The intake is a 90-second quiz. Fast, but lighter screening than competitors with full medical intakes. Better suited to patients who already know GLP-1 basics.
- −TMates prescribes brand-name but does not dispense it, and is not affiliated with Novo Nordisk (Wegovy) or Eli Lilly (Zepbound). Your own pharmacy fills the Rx.
Our Verdict
TMates edges out Found with a score of 7.8/10 vs 7.3/10. If budget is your priority, Found starts at $129/mo compared to TMates's $158/mo. Choose Found if you want: insured patients who want their glp-1 coverage checked and their copay minimized. Choose TMates if you want: users who want commitment-discount pricing on compounded glp-1s ($158-$249/mo, medication included) or a $99/mo clinical path to brand wegovy or zepbound filled at their own pharmacy.
Still undecided? Editor's Featured Pick
Yucca Health
$146/mo · 7.7/10 · Compounded
If neither Found nor TMates 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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