Noom Med vs Sesame Care: Which GLP-1 Provider Is Better?
By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher
Sesame Care beats Noom Med overall, scoring 8.3/10 vs 7.5/10. Sesame Care is more affordable at $25/mo vs $249/mo. Choose Noom Med for users who want app-based behavioral coaching integrated with. Choose Sesame Care for users who want cheap doctor visits and already have insuranc.
A side-by-side comparison of Noom Med and Sesame Care covering pricing, scores, medication types, insurance, and more to help you decide.
Noom Med
#34 of 39Noom's GLP-1 program combines their well-known behavioral psychology app with clinical weight management, blending medication with habit-change coaching.
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#10 of 39Ultra-affordable telehealth platform offering low-cost doctor consultations for GLP-1 prescriptions, ideal for insured patients.
Visit Sesame Care| Feature | Noom Med | Sesame Care |
|---|---|---|
| Our Score | 7.5/10 | 8.3/10 |
| Starting Price | $249/mo | $25/mo |
| Medication Type | Both | Both |
| Insurance Accepted | Yes | Yes |
| Best For | Users who want app-based behavioral coaching integrated with GLP-1 medication | Users who want cheap doctor visits and already have insurance to cover brand-name medications |
| Ranking | #34 | #10 |
Pros & Cons Compared
Noom Med
Pros
- +Industry-leading behavioral coaching app with years of psychology-based weight loss methodology
- +Insurance accepted for qualifying plans — can significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs
- +Integrated approach: medication + daily coaching lessons + food logging + community support
- +Strong data and outcomes research backing their behavioral change methodology
Cons
- −$249/mo without insurance is steep for a coaching-heavy program if you mainly want medication
- −Less flexibility on medication choice — Noom's providers may steer toward specific medications
- −The app's coaching style (daily lessons, food logging) requires significant engagement and isn't for everyone
- −GLP-1 program is newer than their core weight loss app — less track record in medication management
Sesame Care
Pros
- +Extremely low consultation cost
- +Insurance accepted
- +Both medication types
- +Simple booking
Cons
- −Consultation only (meds separate)
- −Less hand-holding
Our Verdict
Sesame Care edges out Noom Med with a score of 8.3/10 vs 7.5/10. If budget is your priority, Sesame Care starts at $25/mo compared to Noom Med's $249/mo. Choose Noom Med if you want: users who want app-based behavioral coaching integrated with glp-1 medication. Choose Sesame Care if you want: users who want cheap doctor visits and already have insurance to cover brand-name medications.