Henry Meds vs Willow: 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 7.5/10. Full reasoning, pricing and the cases where the other one wins are below.

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Henry Meds beats Willow overall, scoring 8.4/10 vs 7.5/10. Published pricing is not a like-for-like monthly comparison: Henry Meds is from $199/mo; Willow is from $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 Willow for users who want comprehensive clinical support with flexibility between injectable and oral compounded semaglutide routes.

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

#20 of 54

7.5/10

Personalized GLP-1 weight loss with ongoing clinical support. Compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide only, Willow explicitly does not prescribe brand-name Wegovy or Zepbound. Added oral compounded semaglutide tablets as a non-injectable option.

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Feature	Henry Meds	Willow
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.	One of the few compounded-only platforms offering both injectable and daily oral semaglutide tablets, useful for users who want a non-injectable option without leaving the GLP-1 compounded category.
Our Score	8.4/10	7.5/10
Headline Price	from $199/mo	from $299/mo
Medication Type	Both	Compounded
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 comprehensive clinical support with flexibility between injectable and oral compounded semaglutide routes
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.	Compounded-only, no brand-name Wegovy or Zepbound through the platform
Ranking	#3	#20
Get started	Visit Henry Meds	Visit Willow

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).

Willow

Pros

+Includes monthly provider check-ins and dose adjustments at no extra cost
+Offers both injectable AND oral compounded semaglutide, one of few platforms with a daily oral tablet option
+$299/mo all-in for compounded semaglutide with monthly provider support
+90%+ patient retention rate after 3 months per their published outcomes data

Cons

−Compounded-only, no brand-name Wegovy or Zepbound through the platform
−Tirzepatide pricing reaches $499-$524 at higher doses, starting dose is $399/mo
−Cash-pay only, no insurance billing, though they provide superbills for FSA/HSA
−Founded in 2024, less track record than Ro or Hims, though growth has been fast

Our Verdict

Henry Meds edges out Willow with a score of 8.4/10 vs 7.5/10. Published pricing is not a like-for-like monthly comparison: Henry Meds is from $199/mo; Willow is from $299/mo. Henry Meds offers both brand-name and compounded medications, giving you more flexibility.