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

By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher & Publisher

Reviewed & updated August 14, 2026 · Cites primary sources (FDA, NEJM, CMS) · Not medical advice

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Short answer: Shed scores higher on our rubric, 7.8/10 against 5.8/10. Full reasoning, pricing and the cases where the other one wins are below.

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Shed beats Sprout Health overall, scoring 7.8/10 vs 5.8/10. Published pricing is not a like-for-like monthly comparison: Shed is from $199/mo; Sprout Health is $199 first month, then $249/mo. Choose Shed for users who want fast delivery and a streamlined compounded glp-1 experience. Choose Sprout Health for users who want a dedicated care coordinator and locked titration pricing, and will judge service quality in month one.

A side-by-side look at Shed and Sprout Health 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

Higher Rated

Shed

#12 of 54

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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Sprout Health

#45 of 54

5.8/10

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

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Feature	Shed	Sprout Health
Why each one	The fastest GLP-1 delivery in the market, from signup to medication-in-hand in 2-3 days, with a streamlined experience that eliminates unnecessary friction.	The most consistent telehealth GLP-1 provider since 2022, no pricing changes, no service disruptions, and published outcome data that backs up their claims.
Our Score	7.8/10	5.8/10
Headline Price	from $199/mo	$199 first month, then $249/mo
Medication Type	Both	Both
Insurance Accepted	No	No
Best For	Users who want fast delivery and a streamlined compounded GLP-1 experience	Users who want a dedicated care coordinator and locked titration pricing, and will judge service quality in month one
Watch out for	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	$250/mo all-in sits in the upper-mid range, $90 more than Willow for a similar model; the premium pays for the dedicated coordinator and published outcomes
Ranking	#12	#45
Get started	Visit Shed	Visit Sprout Health

Pros & Cons Compared

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

Sprout Health

Pros

+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
+Operating since 2022 with a consistent track record, no sudden pricing changes or service disruptions

Cons

−$250/mo all-in sits in the upper-mid range, $90 more than Willow for a similar model; the premium pays for the dedicated coordinator and published outcomes
−No insurance accepted, and no superbill provided for FSA/HSA reimbursement

Our Verdict

Shed edges out Sprout Health with a score of 7.8/10 vs 5.8/10. Published pricing is not a like-for-like monthly comparison: Shed is from $199/mo; Sprout Health is $199 first month, then $249/mo.