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

By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher

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Fridays beats TMates overall, scoring 8.7/10 vs 7.8/10. TMates is more affordable at $158/mo vs $249/mo. Choose Fridays for users who want a holistic program with coaching, nutrition s. Choose TMates for users who want flexible pricing across compounded glp-1s (me.

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

#16 of 48

7.8/10

Telemedicine 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.

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Feature	Fridays	TMates
Our Score	8.7/10	7.8/10
Starting Price	$249/mo	$158/mo
Medication Type	Both	Both
Insurance Accepted	Yes	Yes
Best For	Users who want a holistic program with coaching, nutrition support, and flexible pricing	Users who want flexible pricing across compounded GLP-1s (medication included, $158-$249/mo with commitment discounts) and a cheap clinical-service-only path to brand Wegovy or Zepbound ($99/mo, patient fills at own pharmacy)
Ranking	#3	#16

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

TMates

Pros

+Steep multi-month commitment discounts on compounded sema — $158/mo on 12-month plan ($1,900 upfront) vs $249/mo month-to-month
+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)
+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

−Brand Wegovy/Zepbound $99/mo is CLINICAL SERVICE ONLY — medication cost is separate (paid at your pharmacy, which can be $1,000+/mo cash without insurance)
−Best compounded pricing requires 6-12 month prepayment (upfront $1,050-$1,900)
−90-second assessment quiz suggests convenience over clinical thoroughness compared to competitors with full medical intakes
−Not affiliated with Novo Nordisk (Wegovy) or Eli Lilly (Zepbound) — TMates prescribes but does not dispense brand-name

Our Verdict

Fridays edges out TMates with a score of 8.7/10 vs 7.8/10. If budget is your priority, TMates starts at $158/mo compared to Fridays's $249/mo. Choose Fridays if you want: users who want a holistic program with coaching, nutrition support, and flexible pricing. Choose TMates if you want: users who want flexible pricing across compounded glp-1s (medication included, $158-$249/mo with commitment discounts) and a cheap clinical-service-only path to brand wegovy or zepbound ($99/mo, patient fills at own pharmacy).

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