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

By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher

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Fridays beats Shed overall, scoring 8.7/10 vs 7.8/10. Shed is more affordable at $199/mo vs $249/mo. Choose Fridays for users who want a holistic program with coaching, nutrition s. Choose Shed for users who want fast delivery and a streamlined compounded gl.

A side-by-side comparison of Fridays and Shed 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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Shed

#17 of 48

7.8/10

Newer GLP-1 provider focused on speed and simplicity — fast approvals, fast shipping, and a clean user experience at a competitive price point.

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Feature	Fridays	Shed
Our Score	8.7/10	7.8/10
Starting Price	$249/mo	$199/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 fast delivery and a streamlined compounded GLP-1 experience
Ranking	#3	#17

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

Shed

Pros

+Industry-leading delivery speed — most patients receive medication within 2-3 days of enrollment
+$149/mo is competitively priced for an all-inclusive compounded program with good support
+Streamlined onboarding with no video call — approved and shipped faster than most competitors
+Clean, modern UX with real-time shipping tracking and easy provider messaging

Cons

−Compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide only — no brand-name options
−Newer company (founded 2024) with limited track record and outcome data
−No insurance billing and no FSA/HSA superbills currently available
−Clinical support is responsive but less proactive than premium platforms

Our Verdict

Fridays edges out Shed with a score of 8.7/10 vs 7.8/10. If budget is your priority, Shed starts at $199/mo compared to Fridays's $249/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 Shed if you want: users who want fast delivery and a streamlined compounded glp-1 experience.

Still undecided? Editor's #1 Overall Pick

Embody

$299/mo · 7.3/10 · Compounded

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

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