GoodRx Care vs TMates: Which GLP-1 Provider Is Better?
By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher
TMates beats GoodRx Care overall, scoring 7.8/10 vs 6.2/10. GoodRx Care is more affordable at $119/mo vs $158/mo. Choose GoodRx Care for users who want fda-approved brand-name glp-1 access at marke. Choose TMates for users who want commitment-discount pricing on compounded glp.
A side-by-side look at GoodRx Care 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
GoodRx Care
#48 of 52GoodRx Care was restructured in late 2025 from a pay-per-visit model into a telemedicine subscription: $39/mo intro rate (through January 2026) → $119/mo standard. Medication is priced aggressively: Ozempic/Wegovy $199/mo intro for the first 2 fills, then $349/mo standard. Oral Wegovy pill available at $149-199/mo.
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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 | GoodRx Care | TMates |
|---|---|---|
| Our Score | 6.2/10 | 7.8/10 |
| Starting Price | $119/mo | $158/mo |
| Medication Type | Brand | Both |
| Insurance Accepted | Yes | Yes |
| Best For | Users who want FDA-approved brand-name GLP-1 access at market-leading subscription pricing, $199/mo Wegovy intro, $349/mo standard, plus oral Wegovy pill | 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 | #48 | #14 |
| Get started | Visit GoodRx Care | Visit TMates |
Pros & Cons Compared
GoodRx Care
Pros
- +2026 subscription rewrite, $119/mo standard membership with medication priced among the lowest on the market
- +Wegovy/Ozempic intro pricing ($199/mo for first 2 fills) is market-leading for brand-name access
- +Oral Wegovy pill available at $149-199/mo, one of the cheapest oral semaglutide routes
- +Insurance accepted, GoodRx's integration with savings cards can stack with coverage
Cons
- −Model changed from pay-per-visit to subscription, users expecting à-la-carte pricing should double-check current terms
- −Compounded GLP-1s are de-emphasized on current marketing, may no longer be available
- −Subscription model means ongoing monthly fee even in maintenance months
- −Follow-up clinical care is still basic compared to dedicated GLP-1 platforms
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 GoodRx Care with a score of 7.8/10 vs 6.2/10. If budget is your priority, GoodRx Care starts at $119/mo compared to TMates's $158/mo. TMates offers both brand-name and compounded medications, giving you more flexibility. Choose GoodRx Care if you want: users who want fda-approved brand-name glp-1 access at market-leading subscription pricing, $199/mo wegovy intro, $349/mo standard, plus oral wegovy pill. 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 GoodRx Care 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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