WeightWatchers (Sequence) vs Yucca Health: Which GLP-1 Provider Is Better?

By Iacob Pastina, Independent Researcher

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Yucca Health beats WeightWatchers (Sequence) overall, scoring 7.7/10 vs 7.4/10. WeightWatchers (Sequence) is more affordable at $74/mo vs $146/mo. Choose WeightWatchers (Sequence) for users who want glp-1 medication combined with the weightwatc. Choose Yucca Health for people who'll commit to a 6-month plan for $146/mo, want nam.

A side-by-side look at WeightWatchers (Sequence) and Yucca 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

WeightWatchers (Sequence)

#28 of 53

7.4/10

WeightWatchers' clinical weight management arm (acquired from Sequence). Membership is tiered: 12-month plan first month $149-$299 depending on tier, then $74/mo ongoing for months 2-12; shorter plans are higher per-month. Medication billed separately: $199/mo intro for 2 months, then $349/mo ongoing. Lineup includes Saxenda (liraglutide brand), Wegovy, Zepbound, and compounded semaglutide/tirzepatide.

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Higher Rated

Yucca Health

#17 of 53

7.7/10

Online weight-loss program by Yucca Health, Inc. (Beverly Hills, CA). Two named board-certified doctors, Dr. Michael Wasef MD and Dr. Andrew Sakla DO, handle prescribing. 20,000+ patients, 4.6 stars across 1,065 verified Trustpilot reviews. Starts at $146/mo for compounded semaglutide (custom-made version, not the FDA-approved brand) on the 6-month plan. Buy-now-pay-later via Klarna, Affirm, or Afterpay spreads the upfront commitment.

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Feature	WeightWatchers (Sequence)	Yucca Health
Our Score	7.4/10	7.7/10
Starting Price	$74/mo	$146/mo
Medication Type	Both	Compounded
Insurance Accepted	Yes	No
Best For	Users who want GLP-1 medication combined with the WeightWatchers program and community, on the $74/mo MED+ membership ($20/mo for the first 3 months), with GLP-1 meds billed separately	People who'll commit to a 6-month plan for $146/mo, want named doctors on record, and like buy-now-pay-later flexibility (Klarna/Affirm/Afterpay)
Watch out for	$269/mo without insurance is expensive for what's included clinically	Compounded-only, no FDA-approved Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, or Mounjaro.
Ranking	#28	#17
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Pros & Cons Compared

WeightWatchers (Sequence)

Pros

+Combines GLP-1 medication with WeightWatchers' proven points system and community support
+Insurance accepted for medication, can reduce costs significantly with qualifying plans
+Decades of brand trust and weight loss expertise applied to clinical medication management
+Access to WW community, workshops, and digital tools alongside medication

Cons

−$269/mo without insurance is expensive for what's included clinically
−The WW program integration adds complexity that medication-only users won't value
−The Sequence acquisition is still integrating, some operational inconsistencies remain
−Less medication flexibility than pure-play GLP-1 platforms

Yucca Health

Pros

+Two named board-certified doctors (Dr. Michael Wasef MD and Dr. Andrew Sakla DO), most compounded GLP-1 providers don't publicly name their prescribers.
+4.6 stars across 1,065 verified Trustpilot reviews, 84% give 5 stars. Top complimented theme: customer service.
+Cheap if you commit: $146/mo for compounded semaglutide on the 6-month plan.
+Buy-now-pay-later through Klarna, Affirm, and Afterpay, unusual flexibility in this category, useful for spreading the 6-month upfront cost.
+24-hour async approval, no live video visit required. Faster onboarding than competitors that need a scheduled call.
+UPS 2-Day Air shipping included. Onboarding call from a real human (multiple Trustpilot reviewers name 'Hazel' and 'Johann' from the team).
+Replies to 100% of negative Trustpilot reviews, usually within 48 hours.

Cons

−Compounded-only, no FDA-approved Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, or Mounjaro.
−The $146/mo price requires a 6-month upfront commitment (month-to-month is meaningfully more expensive). The Klarna/Affirm/Afterpay financing exists to spread exactly that upfront cost.
−No live tele-visit option, only async review. Faster, but less depth if you have a complex health history and want a provider you can talk to.
−Pharmacy partner not named publicly. Yucca says 'U.S. licensed pharmacies' but doesn't disclose which one.
−Founders and detailed company history not on the site.
−Refund policy is mentioned but not detailed publicly, get the cancellation terms in writing before paying for the 6-month plan.

Our Verdict

Yucca Health edges out WeightWatchers (Sequence) with a score of 7.7/10 vs 7.4/10. If budget is your priority, WeightWatchers (Sequence) starts at $74/mo compared to Yucca Health's $146/mo. WeightWatchers (Sequence) accepts insurance, which can significantly reduce your out-of-pocket costs. WeightWatchers (Sequence) offers both brand-name and compounded medications, giving you more flexibility. Choose WeightWatchers (Sequence) if you want: users who want glp-1 medication combined with the weightwatchers program and community, on the $74/mo med+ membership ($20/mo for the first 3 months), with glp-1 meds billed separately. Choose Yucca Health if you want: people who'll commit to a 6-month plan for $146/mo, want named doctors on record, and like buy-now-pay-later flexibility (klarna/affirm/afterpay).

Still undecided? Editor's Featured Pick

TrimRx

$149/mo · 7.8/10 · Compounded

If neither WeightWatchers (Sequence) nor Yucca Health feels like the right fit, our featured pick across all 53 GLP-1 telehealth providers is TrimRx. It is not the highest-scored provider in our full rankings. We feature it for its low-friction value: a flat $149/mo that stays the same at every dose.

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