Shed vs TMates: Which GLP-1 Provider Is Better?

By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher

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Shed and TMates are tied at 7.8/10. TMates is more affordable at $158/mo vs $199/mo. Choose Shed for users who want fast delivery and a streamlined compounded gl. Choose TMates for users who want flexible pricing across compounded glp-1s (me.

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

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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TMates

#16 of 48

7.8/10

Telemedicine platform offering two distinct archetypes: compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide with medication included (commitment pricing $158-$249/mo), and a clinical-service-only path to brand-name Wegovy/Zepbound at $99/mo where the prescription is sent to the patient's pharmacy. Phentermine also available. 2026 expansion added brand-name FDA-approved options.

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Feature	Shed	TMates
Our Score	7.8/10	7.8/10
Starting Price	$199/mo	$158/mo
Medication Type	Both	Both
Insurance Accepted	No	Yes
Best For	Users who want fast delivery and a streamlined compounded GLP-1 experience	Users who want flexible pricing across compounded GLP-1s (medication included, $158-$249/mo with commitment discounts) and a cheap clinical-service-only path to brand Wegovy or Zepbound ($99/mo, patient fills at own pharmacy)
Ranking	#17	#16

Pros & Cons Compared

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

TMates

Pros

+Steep multi-month commitment discounts on compounded sema — $158/mo on 12-month plan ($1,900 upfront) vs $249/mo month-to-month
+Clinical-service-only path to brand Wegovy and Zepbound at $99/mo — prescription goes to patient's pharmacy (you fill separately using insurance or cash)
+Same price at all dose levels for compounded — no cost escalation as you titrate up
+Phentermine available at $149/mo for patients who benefit from a different appetite-suppressant approach

Cons

−Brand Wegovy/Zepbound $99/mo is CLINICAL SERVICE ONLY — medication cost is separate (paid at your pharmacy, which can be $1,000+/mo cash without insurance)
−Best compounded pricing requires 6-12 month prepayment (upfront $1,050-$1,900)
−90-second assessment quiz suggests convenience over clinical thoroughness compared to competitors with full medical intakes
−Not affiliated with Novo Nordisk (Wegovy) or Eli Lilly (Zepbound) — TMates prescribes but does not dispense brand-name

Our Verdict

Shed and TMates are closely matched with identical scores of 7.8/10. If budget is your priority, TMates starts at $158/mo compared to Shed's $199/mo. TMates accepts insurance, which can significantly reduce your out-of-pocket costs. Choose Shed if you want: users who want fast delivery and a streamlined compounded glp-1 experience. Choose TMates if you want: users who want flexible pricing across compounded glp-1s (medication included, $158-$249/mo with commitment discounts) and a cheap clinical-service-only path to brand wegovy or zepbound ($99/mo, patient fills at own pharmacy).

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Embody

$299/mo · 7.3/10 · Compounded

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