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Updated September 21, 2026

MEDVi vs PeterMD: 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.

By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher & Publisher
Reviewed & updated · Cites primary sources (FDA, NEJM, CMS) · Not medical advice
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The decision

Which should you choose, MEDVi or PeterMD?

Short answer: PeterMD scores higher on our published rubric, 7.3/10 against 5.7/10. Published pricing is not a like-for-like monthly comparison: MEDVi is $179 first month, then $299/mo; PeterMD is from $149/mo.

Consider MEDVi if

Users who want both oral and injectable compounded options in one telehealth program.

Consider PeterMD if

Budget-conscious users looking for the lowest monthly GLP-1 cost.

Scores follow our published methodology. Partnership status does not change the score or the factual comparison.

Cost

First charge, renewal and commitment

Treatment

Medication, form and approval status

Care

Clinical review and ongoing support

Terms

Cancellation and material cautions

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MEDVi

#25 of 36
5.7/10

Best for users who want both oral and injectable compounded options in one telehealth program.

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Higher Rated
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PeterMD

#14 of 36
7.3/10

Best for budget-conscious users looking for the lowest monthly glp-1 cost.

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Side by side

MEDVi vs PeterMD 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.

FeatureMEDViPeterMD
Why each oneA daily dissolvable GLP-1 tablet and a weekly compounded injection in one program, plus brand-name Wegovy and Zepbound on a $99 membership.
Two compounded programs at two prices: GLP1 plus B12 from $149/mo, and tirzepatide plus B12 at $209/mo for any dose, with the page stating the price does not rise as your dose increases.
Our Score5.7/107.3/10
Headline Price$179 first month, then $299/mofrom $149/mo
Medication TypeBothCompounded
Insurance AcceptedNoNo
Best ForUsers who want both oral and injectable compounded options in one telehealth program
Budget-conscious users looking for the lowest monthly GLP-1 cost
Watch out forFDA 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
The excluded states differ by page: the GLP1 plus B12 program lists AL, ID, AK and HI, the tirzepatide page lists only AL and ID, and the intake form asks about Alabama, Arkansas, Idaho and Hawaii. Confirm your own state during signup before planning around PeterMD.
Ranking#25#14
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Trade-offs

Strengths and cautions compared

MEDVi

Pros

  • +One of the few compounded providers offering both oral tablets and injectable semaglutide
  • +The landing page says the program is HSA and FSA eligible and includes dietician visits and care coaching, with a footnote making that subject to insurance and copay eligibility
  • +Sleek onboarding experience with clear progress tracking through their patient portal
1 more documented strengths
  • +$179 covers the first month of compounded semaglutide on MEDVi's landing page, including physician review, the personalized plan, medication and free 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: 4.3 out of 5 across 14,680 Trustpilot reviews with 12 percent of them at one star, against an F and no accreditation at the BBB
  • −The $179 semaglutide price covers month one only; the FAQ on MEDVi's own landing page says refills are locked in at $299 a month, making the first year $3,468 rather than $2,148
2 more documented cautions
  • −Brand-name Wegovy and Zepbound paths add a $99 membership plus a medication cost the page does not publish, and the same page's hero says "No membership or hidden fees!" directly above those cards; availability is subject to change
  • −No insurance accepted, and oral compounded semaglutide has less clinical data than injectable forms

PeterMD

Pros

  • +The tirzepatide plus B12 program is one price for any dose, $209/mo, and the page says it does not go up as you titrate
  • +PeterMD advertises more than 400,000 patients served and a 4.9 out of 5 rating from over 20,000 reviews
  • +Semaglutide + B12 formulation helps reduce nausea, the most common GLP-1 side effect
1 more documented strengths
  • +Video consultations with physicians included, real face-to-face medical oversight

Cons

  • −The excluded states differ by page: the GLP1 plus B12 program lists AL, ID, AK and HI, the tirzepatide page lists only AL and ID, and the intake form asks about Alabama, Arkansas, Idaho and Hawaii. Confirm your own state during signup before planning around PeterMD.
  • −Not BBB accredited, and some documented complaints cite delayed medication fulfillment. Order refills ahead of your last dose rather than at the last minute.
  • −PeterMD began as a testosterone replacement therapy platform; GLP-1 is an expansion, not the original core. The included video consultations give you a direct read on the clinical team.

Our Verdict

PeterMD edges out MEDVi with a score of 7.3/10 vs 5.7/10. Published pricing is not a like-for-like monthly comparison: MEDVi is $179 first month, then $299/mo; PeterMD is from $149/mo. MEDVi offers both brand-name and compounded medications, giving you more flexibility.

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.

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 MEDVi and PeterMD start above the cheapest complete recurring program we track. Across all 36 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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Headline price: from $149/mo

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