Maximus vs Shed: Which GLP-1 Provider Is Better?

By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher

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Shed beats Maximus overall, scoring 7.8/10 vs 7.1/10. Maximus is more affordable at $150/mo vs $199/mo. Choose Maximus for men who want glp-1 alongside testosterone or other men's hea. Choose Shed for users who want fast delivery and a streamlined compounded gl.

A side-by-side look at Maximus and Shed 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

Maximus

#45 of 52

7.1/10

Men's performance and health platform offering GLP-1 alongside testosterone optimization and other protocols.

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Higher Rated

Shed

#15 of 52

7.8/10

Newer GLP-1 provider focused on speed and simplicity, fast approvals, fast shipping, and a clean user experience at a competitive price point.

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Feature	Maximus	Shed
Our Score	7.1/10	7.8/10
Starting Price	$150/mo	$199/mo
Medication Type	Compounded	Both
Insurance Accepted	No	No
Best For	Men who want GLP-1 alongside testosterone or other men's health protocols	Users who want fast delivery and a streamlined compounded GLP-1 experience
Ranking	#45	#15
Get started	Visit Maximus	Visit Shed

Pros & Cons Compared

Maximus

Pros

+Lowest entry price in the market, $79.99/mo microdose semaglutide, $99.99/mo 3-month starter pack
+GLP-1 microdosing available for BMI as low as 22, the only platform serving patients below standard obesity criteria
+Nausea-reducing formula with added glycine and B12 to ease GLP-1 side effects
+Free expedited shipping on all medication orders

Cons

−The $99.99/mo rate is introductory: standard dosing is $299.99/mo, with consultations billed separately at $28-35 and labs at $199-349/yr, so budget on the standard rate, not the intro
−Compounding pharmacy partners are not disclosed, a transparency gap for a healthcare platform
−Bulk-plan prices rise as your dose escalates; ask for the full dose-price schedule up front so total cost isn't a surprise

Shed

Pros

+Industry-leading delivery speed, most patients receive medication within 2-3 days of enrollment
+$199/mo is competitively priced for an all-inclusive compounded program with good support
+Streamlined onboarding with no video call, approved and shipped faster than most competitors
+Clean, modern UX with real-time shipping tracking and easy provider messaging

Cons

−The core $199 program is compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide; brand-name access runs through a separate $99/mo pathway subscription with medication billed at pharmacy rates on top
−Newer company (founded 2024) with limited long-term track record and outcome data; the 4.6/5 Trustpilot rating across 766 reviews is the strongest early evidence available
−No insurance billing and no FSA/HSA superbills currently available
−Clinical support is responsive (replies typically within 24 hours) but less proactive than premium platforms; a $49.99/mo premium coaching add-on covers those who want higher touch

Our Verdict

Shed edges out Maximus with a score of 7.8/10 vs 7.1/10. If budget is your priority, Maximus starts at $150/mo compared to Shed's $199/mo. Shed offers both brand-name and compounded medications, giving you more flexibility. Choose Maximus if you want: men who want glp-1 alongside testosterone or other men's health protocols. Choose Shed if you want: users who want fast delivery and a streamlined compounded glp-1 experience.

Still undecided? Editor's Featured Pick

Yucca Health

$146/mo · 7.7/10 · Compounded

If neither Maximus nor Shed 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.

Visit Yucca Health→Read our full Yucca Health review