Hims vs Ro for Weight Loss
Important: Compounded medications are not FDA-approved finished drug products. They are not equivalent to branded drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic, or Zepbound. Compounded GLP-1 medications differ in formulation, regulation, and approval status. Always consult a licensed healthcare pro
Important: Compounded medications are not FDA-approved finished drug products. They are not equivalent to branded drugs like Wegovy, Ozempic, or Zepbound. Compounded GLP-1 medications differ in formulation, regulation, and approval status. Always consult a licensed healthcare provider.
The FDA has proposed excluding semaglutide and liraglutide from the 503B bulk compounding list, with public comments open through June 29, 2026. If finalized, this could affect the availability, pricing, and continuity of some compounded GLP-1 programs. We will update this page as the regulatory situation develops.
Hims GLP-1 Note: Hims currently offers compounded oral semaglutide, not injectable. Pricing, formulation, and availability are subject to change. Compounded medications are prepared by partner pharmacies and are not FDA-approved finished drug products.
Ro Body Program Note: Ro’s Body program charges a membership fee separately from medication costs. Membership includes provider consultations and ongoing support. Medication is billed separately through a partner pharmacy.
Quick Answer
If you want the cleaner, more straightforward starting-price pitch, Hims currently looks simpler: its weight-loss program lists GLP-1 options like Wegovy pill from $149/month, Wegovy pen from $199/month, and a separate membership fee of $39 for the first month and $149/month thereafter. Ro is usually the better fit if you want stronger insurance hand-holding, since Ro’s Body membership is $45 for the first month and $145/month after that, with medication billed separately and an insurance concierge built into the offer.
| Feature | Hims | Ro |
|---|---|---|
| Membership | $39 first month, then $149/mo | $45 first month, then $145/mo |
| Medication pricing style | Published starting prices for several meds | Membership separate; medication separate |
| Entry GLP-1 option shown | Wegovy pill from $149/mo with membership | Cash-pay GLP-1 options start at $149/mo, plus membership |
| Insurance support | Less central in the pitch | Insurance concierge is a major selling point |
GLP-1 medication pricing typically increases as dosage titrates up over the first 3–6 months. Prices shown are starting-dose prices unless otherwise noted. (As of April 2026 — verify current pricing on each provider’s site.)
Which One Is Better?
Hims is the better pick for shoppers who want to understand the menu quickly. Its site now presents several FDA-approved options up front—including Wegovy pill, Wegovy pen, Ozempic, Mounjaro, Zepbound, and generic liraglutide—and it makes clear that medication pricing and membership are separate.
Ro is the better pick for shoppers who expect insurance to matter. Ro’s pricing page centers coverage support, separates the membership from medication, and spells out cash-pay and insurance paths more explicitly than most competitors.
The practical difference is this: Hims feels more like a streamlined consumer checkout, while Ro feels more like a care-navigation service. For a full look at costs across all major providers, see our GLP-1 Price Index.
Verdict
Choose Hims if you want: a simpler shopping experience, clearly displayed starting medication prices, a more consumer-style experience.
Choose Ro if you want: insurance navigation, a more hands-on care model, more explicit help comparing medication pathways.
FAQ
Is Hims cheaper than Ro?
Not necessarily. Hims currently shows lower published starting prices on some medications, but both companies charge separate membership fees, so your total monthly cost depends on the medication you qualify for. See our cheapest GLP-1 programs guide for a full breakdown.
Does Ro include medication in the membership?
No. Ro says the Body membership fee is separate from medication cost.
Does Hims take insurance?
Hims says insurance is not required for its weight-loss program.
Pricing last verified: April 2026. GLP-1 telehealth pricing changes frequently — always confirm current rates on each provider’s website.
Insurance coverage for GLP-1 medications varies widely by plan, provider, and medication type. Coverage is not guaranteed.