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

By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher

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Fridays beats MEDVi overall, scoring 8.7/10 vs 7.7/10. Fridays is more affordable at $249/mo vs $299/mo. Choose Fridays for users who want a holistic program with coaching, nutrition s. Choose MEDVi for users who want a low entry price with oral and injectable co.

A side-by-side comparison of Fridays and MEDVi covering pricing, scores, medication types, insurance, and more to help you decide.

Higher Rated

Fridays

#3 of 48

8.7/10

Holistic weight loss program combining GLP-1 medications with lifestyle coaching, nutrition guidance, and ongoing support.

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MEDVi

#22 of 48

7.7/10

MEDVi is a compounded GLP-1 telehealth platform offering both oral tablets and injectable semaglutide and tirzepatide, with micro-dosing options for side-effect-sensitive patients. $179/mo entry pricing, free shipping, and a streamlined intake — one of the broader compounded mixes among independent telehealth providers in 2026.

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Feature	Fridays	MEDVi
Our Score	8.7/10	7.7/10
Starting Price	$249/mo	$299/mo
Medication Type	Both	Both
Insurance Accepted	Yes	No
Best For	Users who want a holistic program with coaching, nutrition support, and flexible pricing	Users who want a low entry price with oral and injectable compounded options
Ranking	#3	#22

Pros & Cons Compared

Fridays

Pros

+One of the few platforms that bills insurance directly — can reduce out-of-pocket to $25-50/mo with coverage
+Includes 1-on-1 nutrition coaching and weekly check-ins, not just medication prescriptions
+Offers brand-name Wegovy/Zepbound and compounded options — switches based on insurance formulary
+Flexible plans: medication-only ($249/mo) or full coaching program ($299/mo)

Cons

−The coaching-heavy model adds complexity — three different plan tiers with different inclusions
−Without insurance, $249/mo for medication-only is above average for what you get clinically

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/mo is competitive for a platform with both oral and injectable compounded formulations

Cons

−Compounded medications only — no path to brand-name Wegovy or Zepbound through their platform
−No insurance accepted, and oral compounded semaglutide has less clinical data than injectable forms

Our Verdict

Fridays edges out MEDVi with a score of 8.7/10 vs 7.7/10. If budget is your priority, Fridays starts at $249/mo compared to MEDVi's $299/mo. Fridays accepts insurance, which can significantly reduce your out-of-pocket costs. Choose Fridays if you want: users who want a holistic program with coaching, nutrition support, and flexible pricing. Choose MEDVi if you want: users who want a low entry price with oral and injectable compounded options.

Still undecided? Editor's #1 Overall Pick

Eden Health GLP-1

$249/mo · 8.9/10 · Both

If neither Fridays nor MEDVi feels like the right fit, our overall #1 pick across all 48 GLP-1 telehealth providers is Eden Health GLP-1 — strongest balance of clinical oversight, transparent pricing, and verified availability.

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