Independent provider comparison
Updated September 21, 2026
Hers vs TMates: Which GLP-1 provider is better?
A side-by-side look at total cost, medication format, care, commitment and the situations where each option makes more sense.
The decision
Which should you choose, Hers or TMates?
Short answer: TMates scores higher on our published rubric, 7.8/10 against 5.3/10. Published pricing is not a like-for-like monthly comparison: Hers is $188 first month, then $298/mo; TMates is from $158/mo.
Consider Hers if
Women who want a female-focused platform and can budget at least $188 initially and $298/mo ongoing for a $149 medication path.
Consider TMates if
Users who want commitment-discount pricing on compounded GLP-1s (semaglutide $158-$249/mo, tirzepatide $167-$297/mo, medication included) or a $99/mo clinical path to brand Wegovy or Zepbound filled at their own pharmacy.
Scores follow our published methodology. Partnership status does not change the score or the factual comparison.
Hers
#26 of 37Best for women who want a female-focused platform and can budget at least $188 initially and $298/mo ongoing for a $149 medication path.
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TMates
#6 of 37Best for users who want commitment-discount pricing on compounded glp-1s (semaglutide $158-$249/mo, tirzepatide $167-$297/mo, medication included) or a $99/mo clinical path to brand wegovy or zepbound filled at their own pharmacy.
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Hers vs TMates at a glance
Compare the price unit as well as the number. A medication-only price, prepaid monthly equivalent and complete recurring program are not the same thing.
| Feature | Hers | TMates |
|---|---|---|
Why each oneHersA major women-focused telehealth platform with a direct Novo Nordisk partnership (Wegovy pill from $149 and pen from $199 before required membership) and a Lilly partnership (Zepbound medication from $299) alongside compounded options. TMatesTwo-archetype platform: (1) compounded GLP-1s with medication included and steep multi-month commitment discounts; (2) cheap $99/mo clinical service for brand Wegovy/Zepbound where you fill the prescription at your own pharmacy. | ||
| Our Score | 5.3/10 | 7.8/10 |
| Headline Price | $188 first month, then $298/mo | from $158/mo |
| Medication Type | Both | Both |
| Insurance Accepted | No | Yes |
Best ForHersWomen who want a female-focused platform and can budget at least $188 initially and $298/mo ongoing for a $149 medication path TMatesUsers who want commitment-discount pricing on compounded GLP-1s (semaglutide $158-$249/mo, tirzepatide $167-$297/mo, medication included) or a $99/mo clinical path to brand Wegovy or Zepbound filled at their own pharmacy | ||
Watch out forHersPending federal enforcement against the parent company: on July 29, 2026 the FTC, joined by Utah and by California acting through Los Angeles County Counsel, sued Hims & Hers Health, Inc. in the Northern District of California over subscription billing, cancellation friction and sharing consumer health information with advertising platforms. The case status is Pending and these are allegations, not findings (checked 2026-09-03). TMatesThe $99/mo Wegovy or Zepbound tier buys the prescription and provider oversight only. TMates says it does not dispense or ship the drug, and no price for the medication itself appears on its product or category pages, so your own pharmacy bills you separately (checked 2026-09-03). | ||
| Ranking | #26 | #6 |
| Get started | Visit Hers | Visit TMates |
Trade-offs
Strengths and cautions compared
Hers
Pros
- +Brand-name paths include Wegovy pill, Foundayo, and Ozempic pill medication from $149 and a Wegovy pen from $199. Wegovy and Foundayo carry FDA approval for weight management, Ozempic is approved for type 2 diabetes and is used off label here. With the required membership, a $149 medication path totals $188 initially and $298/mo ongoing
- +Zepbound access via the Lilly/Hims-Hers partnership announced 2026
- +Publicly traded company (NYSE: HIMS) with strong financial backing and regulatory compliance
1 more documented strengths
- +Broader women's health platform, integrates weight loss with hormonal, skin, and wellness services
Cons
- −Pending federal enforcement against the parent company: on July 29, 2026 the FTC, joined by Utah and by California acting through Los Angeles County Counsel, sued Hims & Hers Health, Inc. in the Northern District of California over subscription billing, cancellation friction and sharing consumer health information with advertising platforms. The case status is Pending and these are allegations, not findings (checked 2026-09-03).
- −Every medication figure excludes the required Weight Loss Membership ($39 first month, then $149/mo); exact product and dose prices can increase the total above the $188/$298 floor
- −Support runs at big-platform scale, fine for routine refills, less personal if you want high-touch care
2 more documented cautions
- −Compounded pricing starts at $199/mo with stepped pricing at higher doses, budget for the dose you'll end up on, not the entry dose
- −Zepbound medication starts at $299 before the required membership; that path totals $338 in month one and at least $448/mo ongoing, with exact dose pricing potentially higher
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
1 more documented strengths
- +Phentermine available at $149/mo for patients who benefit from a different appetite-suppressant approach
Cons
- −The $99/mo Wegovy or Zepbound tier buys the prescription and provider oversight only. TMates says it does not dispense or ship the drug, and no price for the medication itself appears on its product or category pages, so your own pharmacy bills you separately (checked 2026-09-03).
- −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.
1 more documented cautions
- −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 Hers with a score of 7.8/10 vs 5.3/10. Published pricing is not a like-for-like monthly comparison: Hers is $188 first month, then $298/mo; TMates is from $158/mo. TMates accepts insurance, which can significantly reduce your out-of-pocket costs.
Keep narrowing the decision
What should you compare next?
Use the unresolved part of this choice, not a generic related article. These guides own the broader medication, coverage or complete-cost question.
- Pill decisionCompare Wegovy pill prices and accessUse the dedicated guide for dose-specific costs, required memberships and which providers currently list the FDA-approved pill.Continue
- Coverage decisionCheck your GLP-1 insurance pathLook up plan-specific coverage questions before treating a cash price or an insurance route as your final out-of-pocket cost.Continue
- Treatment decisionCompare semaglutide providers and pricesMove from this head-to-head to the broader semaglutide market without confusing compounded products with FDA-approved brands.Continue
Cheapest complete recurring price in our index
Eden Health GLP-1
$99/mo month-to-month, from $34 on a plan · 6.9/10 · Both
Both Hers and TMates start above the cheapest complete recurring program we track. Across all 37 providers in our index, the lowest price with affirmative medication, consultation, and shipping inclusion is Eden Health GLP-1 at $99/mo, price checked August 28, 2026. It scores 6.9/10 and is not the highest-scored provider in our full rankings, so this is a cost floor rather than a recommendation. Worth knowing before you decide.
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Our pick of these two: TMates · 7.8/10