Noom Med vs Shed: Which GLP-1 Provider Is Better?

By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher

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Shed beats Noom Med overall, scoring 7.8/10 vs 7.4/10. Noom Med is more affordable at $99/mo vs $199/mo. Choose Noom Med for users who want a tiered entry into glp-1 care — from $99/mo . Choose Shed for users who want fast delivery and a streamlined compounded gl.

A side-by-side comparison of Noom Med and Shed covering pricing, scores, medication types, insurance, and more to help you decide.

Noom Med

#28 of 48

7.4/10

Noom restructured Noom Med in 2026 into 3 tiers: $69/mo branded telehealth (med out-of-pocket), $99-149/mo Microdose GLP-1Rx (low-dose + biomarker monitoring), and the Full GLP-1Rx program ($149 intro → $349/mo on 12-week subscription). Coaching app included at every tier.

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Shed

#17 of 48

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	Noom Med	Shed
Our Score	7.4/10	7.8/10
Starting Price	$99/mo	$199/mo
Medication Type	Both	Both
Insurance Accepted	Yes	No
Best For	Users who want a tiered entry into GLP-1 care — from $99/mo Microdose all-in (low-dose + biomarkers + coaching) up to a full $349/mo medication + coaching program	Users who want fast delivery and a streamlined compounded GLP-1 experience
Ranking	#28	#17

Pros & Cons Compared

Noom Med

Pros

+Tiered 2026 entry — $69/mo branded telehealth tier lets users start with just medication access and the coaching app
+New Microdose GLP-1Rx program ($99-149/mo) — low-dose GLP-1 + biomarker monitoring for sensitive users
+Insurance accepted for qualifying plans — can significantly reduce out-of-pocket costs on brand-name meds
+Industry-leading behavioral coaching app with years of psychology-based weight loss methodology

Cons

−Tiered pricing creates confusion — $69, $99-149, or $149-349 depending on tier
−Full GLP-1Rx program requires 12-week subscription ($149 intro rate applies only for the first few weeks)
−Medication costs on the $69 tier are out-of-pocket — the low tier price is just the platform
−App coaching still requires real engagement — skip-prone users waste the behavioral value

Shed

Pros

+Industry-leading delivery speed — most patients receive medication within 2-3 days of enrollment
+$149/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

−Compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide only — no brand-name options
−Newer company (founded 2024) with limited track record and outcome data
−No insurance billing and no FSA/HSA superbills currently available
−Clinical support is responsive but less proactive than premium platforms

Our Verdict

Shed edges out Noom Med with a score of 7.8/10 vs 7.4/10. If budget is your priority, Noom Med starts at $99/mo compared to Shed's $199/mo. Noom Med accepts insurance, which can significantly reduce your out-of-pocket costs. Choose Noom Med if you want: users who want a tiered entry into glp-1 care — from $99/mo microdose all-in (low-dose + biomarkers + coaching) up to a full $349/mo medication + coaching program. Choose Shed if you want: users who want fast delivery and a streamlined compounded glp-1 experience.

Still undecided? Editor's #1 Overall Pick

Embody

$299/mo · 7.3/10 · Compounded

If neither Noom Med nor Shed feels like the right fit, our overall #1 pick across all 48 GLP-1 telehealth providers is Embody — strongest balance of clinical oversight, transparent pricing, and verified availability.

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