Strut Health vs TMates: Which GLP-1 Provider Is Better?

By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher

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Strut Health beats TMates overall, scoring 8.4/10 vs 7.8/10. Strut Health is more affordable at $149/mo vs $158/mo. Choose Strut Health for users who prefer a needle-free oral semaglutide option at a . Choose TMates for users who want flexible pricing across compounded glp-1s (me.

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

Higher Rated

Strut Health

#4 of 48

8.4/10

Oral-focused GLP-1 provider offering needle-free semaglutide options for users who prefer pills over injections.

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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	Strut Health	TMates
Our Score	8.4/10	7.8/10
Starting Price	$149/mo	$158/mo
Medication Type	Compounded	Both
Insurance Accepted	No	Yes
Best For	Users who prefer a needle-free oral semaglutide option at a reasonable price	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	#4	#16

Pros & Cons Compared

Strut Health

Pros

+Specializes in oral compounded semaglutide — the go-to for patients who absolutely won't do injections
+$199/mo for a fully needle-free GLP-1 program including medication, consultations, and shipping
+Clear educational content about oral semaglutide absorption and how to maximize effectiveness
+Simple enrollment: online questionnaire, async provider review, medication shipped to your door

Cons

−Oral compounded semaglutide only — no injectables, no tirzepatide, no brand-name options
−Oral compounded semaglutide has lower bioavailability than injectable, meaning potentially less weight loss

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

Strut Health edges out TMates with a score of 8.4/10 vs 7.8/10. If budget is your priority, Strut Health starts at $149/mo compared to TMates's $158/mo. TMates accepts insurance, which can significantly reduce your out-of-pocket costs. TMates offers both brand-name and compounded medications, giving you more flexibility. Choose Strut Health if you want: users who prefer a needle-free oral semaglutide option at a reasonable price. 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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Eden Health GLP-1

$249/mo · 8.9/10 · Both

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