Henry Meds vs MEDVi: Which GLP-1 Provider Is Better?

By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher & Publisher

Reviewed & updated August 14, 2026 · Cites primary sources (FDA, NEJM, CMS) · Not medical advice

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Short answer: Henry Meds scores higher on our rubric, 8.4/10 against 5.7/10. Full reasoning, pricing and the cases where the other one wins are below.

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Henry Meds beats MEDVi overall, scoring 8.4/10 vs 5.7/10. Published pricing is not a like-for-like monthly comparison: Henry Meds is from $199/mo; MEDVi is $179 first month, then $299/mo. Choose Henry Meds for people who want the highest-volume trustpilot record we've found (12,461 reviews at 4.5★) plus the flexibility to switch between compounded and brand-name medications under one subscription. Choose MEDVi for users who want both oral and injectable compounded options in one telehealth program.

A side-by-side look at Henry Meds and MEDVi 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

Higher Rated

Henry Meds

#3 of 54

8.4/10

Online weight-loss program by Henry Meds, based in Dover, Delaware. Among the largest customer-experience footprints we've checked: 4.5 stars across 12,461 verified Trustpilot reviews, 85% giving 5 stars. Covers compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide (custom-made versions, not the FDA-approved brand) AND brand-name Wegovy and Zepbound. You can switch between medication types without re-enrolling. $199/mo entry price for compounded with monthly provider check-ins included.

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MEDVi

#46 of 54

5.7/10

MEDVi offers oral and injectable compounded GLP-1 care. Semaglutide is $179 for month one and $299 for refills. Trustpilot is 4.4/5 across roughly 11,000 reviews, while BBB is F/not accredited. FDA warning letter #721455 concerns misleading labeling and marketing, not an allegation that the medication was unsafe.

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Feature	Henry Meds	MEDVi
Why each one	The Trustpilot signal: 12,461 verified reviews at 4.5 stars is the largest customer-experience record in our table. Most competitors have under 5,000 reviews; Henry has built up real-world adoption over time. Plus medication flexibility, they cover compounded AND brand-name.	Oral and injectable compounded formats in one program, with micro-dosing options and a path to FDA-approved brand medication.
Our Score	8.4/10	5.7/10
Headline Price	from $199/mo	$179 first month, then $299/mo
Medication Type	Both	Both
Insurance Accepted	No	No
Best For	People who want the highest-volume Trustpilot record we've found (12,461 reviews at 4.5★) plus the flexibility to switch between compounded and brand-name medications under one subscription.	Users who want both oral and injectable compounded options in one telehealth program
Watch out for	Pharmacy partner not publicly named on the site, Henry says 'licensed pharmacies' but doesn't name a specific facility. The previously-circulated 'Strive Pharmacy' name is not confirmed on Henry's current public-facing pages.	FDA warning letter #721455, issued February 20, 2026, cites misleading labeling and marketing that implied MEDVi compounded the drugs and that compounded products were equivalent to or FDA-evaluated like approved brands. The letter does not allege unsafe medication
Ranking	#3	#46
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Pros & Cons Compared

Henry Meds

Pros

+Verified Trustpilot record is the largest in our table: 4.5 stars across 12,461 reviews (May 2026), 85% give 5 stars.
+Replies to 100% of negative reviews, typically within 24 hours.
+Both compounded AND brand-name (Wegovy, Zepbound) under one subscription, most providers force you to pick one path.
+Easy medication switching through the patient portal. If compounded isn't working, you can move to brand-name without re-enrolling.
+Cancel anytime, no fees. Provides superbills for FSA/HSA reimbursement.

Cons

−Pharmacy partner not publicly named on the site, Henry says 'licensed pharmacies' but doesn't name a specific facility. The previously-circulated 'Strive Pharmacy' name is not confirmed on Henry's current public-facing pages.
−Cash-pay only, $199/mo is entirely out-of-pocket (though FSA/HSA superbills are available).
−7% of Trustpilot reviews are 1-star, the common theme is operational/communication issues with specific providers, not pricing surprises.
−Consultation wait times can stretch 3-5 days during peak periods (January, post-holiday).

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 covers the first month of compounded semaglutide on the current Katalys landing, including clinician review, medication and shipping

Cons

−FDA warning letter #721455, issued February 20, 2026, cites misleading labeling and marketing that implied MEDVi compounded the drugs and that compounded products were equivalent to or FDA-evaluated like approved brands. The letter does not allege unsafe medication
−Its third-party records conflict: 4.4/5 across roughly 11,000 Trustpilot reviews, but an F and no accreditation at the BBB
−The $179 semaglutide price is introductory; the current Katalys landing says refills are $299/mo, making the first-year total $3,468 rather than $2,148
−Brand-name Wegovy and Zepbound paths add a $99 membership plus the medication cost, which the current landing does not publish; availability can change
−No insurance accepted, and oral compounded semaglutide has less clinical data than injectable forms

Our Verdict

Henry Meds edges out MEDVi with a score of 8.4/10 vs 5.7/10. Published pricing is not a like-for-like monthly comparison: Henry Meds is from $199/mo; MEDVi is $179 first month, then $299/mo.