Ro vs Sprout Health: Which GLP-1 Provider Is Better?

By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher

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Sprout Health beats Ro overall, scoring 8.8/10 vs 7.2/10. Ro is more affordable at $149/mo vs $249/mo. Choose Ro for users who want fda-approved brand-name glp-1 access includin. Choose Sprout Health for users looking for a reliable mid-range option with proven co.

A side-by-side comparison of Ro and Sprout Health covering pricing, scores, medication types, insurance, and more to help you decide.

Ro

#44 of 48

7.2/10

One of the most recognized telehealth brands, now restructured: Ro Body membership ($149/mo ongoing or $74/mo annual prepay) is priced separately from medication. Added Foundayo (Eli Lilly's FDA-approved oral GLP-1 launched April 6, 2026) alongside Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, and Mounjaro.

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Higher Rated

Sprout Health

#2 of 48

8.8/10

Well-established telehealth provider offering both compounded and brand-name GLP-1 medications with solid clinical support.

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Feature	Ro	Sprout Health
Our Score	7.2/10	8.8/10
Starting Price	$149/mo	$249/mo
Medication Type	Brand	Both
Insurance Accepted	Yes	No
Best For	Users who want FDA-approved brand-name GLP-1 access including the new Foundayo (orforglipron) oral pill, with direct insurance billing	Users looking for a reliable mid-range option with proven conversion
Ranking	#44	#2

Pros & Cons Compared

Ro

Pros

+Carries Foundayo (orforglipron) — Eli Lilly's FDA-approved oral GLP-1 launched April 6, 2026 — at $149-299/mo via LillyDirect matching
+Direct insurance billing with major carriers — with coverage, Wegovy or Zepbound can cost $0-25/mo copay
+Ro Body membership: $39 first month, $149/mo ongoing, or $74/mo on annual prepay ($100/mo savings)
+Claims matched pricing with LillyDirect, NovoCare, and TrumpRx — some of the lowest cash brand prices available

Cons

−Membership and medication are billed separately — readers need to add them together for the all-in monthly cost
−Brand-name only — no compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide (compounded 'limited' footnote from prior years is not reliably offered now)
−Without insurance, brand-name meds stack on top of the $149 membership ($199+ intro, $349+ ongoing for Wegovy injection)

Sprout Health

Pros

+Operating since 2022 with a consistent track record — no sudden pricing changes or service disruptions
+Published average weight loss outcomes: 12-15% body weight at 6 months across their patient base
+Dedicated care coordinator assigned to each patient — not a rotating pool of providers
+Transparent pricing: $250/mo covers medication, shipping, and all consultations

Cons

−$250/mo puts it in the upper-mid range — $90 more than Willow for a similar all-inclusive model
−No insurance accepted, and no superbill provided for FSA/HSA reimbursement

Our Verdict

Sprout Health edges out Ro with a score of 8.8/10 vs 7.2/10. If budget is your priority, Ro starts at $149/mo compared to Sprout Health's $249/mo. Ro accepts insurance, which can significantly reduce your out-of-pocket costs. Sprout Health offers both brand-name and compounded medications, giving you more flexibility. Choose Ro if you want: users who want fda-approved brand-name glp-1 access including the new foundayo (orforglipron) oral pill, with direct insurance billing. Choose Sprout Health if you want: users looking for a reliable mid-range option with proven conversion.

Still undecided? Editor's #1 Overall Pick

Eden Health GLP-1

$249/mo · 8.9/10 · Both

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

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