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, tirzepatide, and liraglutide from the 503B bulk compounding list, citing no identified clinical need. Public comments were extended through July 30, 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 has offered compounded semaglutide alongside FDA-approved medications like the Wegovy pill and pen; which formulations (oral or injectable) are available, and their pricing, change frequently, confirm current offerings with Hims directly. 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, insurance support, and ongoing care. Ro says the cost of GLP-1 medication is not included in the membership; medication is billed separately.
Which One Is Better?
Hims is the better pick for shoppers who want to understand the menu quickly. Its site now presents several GLP-1 options up front, including the FDA-approved Wegovy pill, Wegovy pen, Zepbound, and generic liraglutide, plus Ozempic and Mounjaro, which are FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes and prescribed off-label for weight loss, 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 markets its weight-loss program on cash-pay pricing listed without insurance, check Hims directly for current insurance options.
Prices change frequently, always confirm current rates on each provider’s website before purchasing.
Insurance coverage for GLP-1 medications varies widely by plan, provider, and medication type. Coverage is not guaranteed.
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