We compared Calibrate, Ro Body, Found, Hims & Hers, and Sprout across 5 criteria — clinical effectiveness, cost, comprehensiveness, accessibility, and patient satisfaction. Here's what we found.
No sponsored placements. Independent scoring. Updated February 2026.
Use the table below to compare all five programs across the metrics that matter most. Click any provider name to read the full review.
| Metric | Calibrate | Ro Body | Found | Hims & Hers | Sprout Health | MEDVi | SkinnyRx | MyStartHealth | Remedy Meds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Score (/10) | 7.8 | 7.6 | 7.2 | 6.1 | 6.5 | 7.5 | 7.3 | 7.1 | 6.9 |
| Clinical Effectiveness | 9.0 | 8.0 | 7.5 | 5.5 | 6.5 | 7.0 | 6.5 | 6.0 | 7.0 |
| Cost & Transparency | 6.5 | 7.5 | 8.5 | 7.0 | 7.0 | 7.5 | 8.5 | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| Program Depth | 9.5 | 8.0 | 8.0 | 4.0 | 7.5 | 6.5 | 5.5 | 6.0 | 5.5 |
| Accessibility | 7.0 | 9.0 | 7.0 | 8.5 | 6.0 | 8.5 | 8.5 | 8.0 | 7.5 |
| Customer Satisfaction | 7.5 | 8.0 | 6.5 | 5.5 | 7.5 | 8.0 | 7.5 | 7.5 | 7.0 |
| Metric | Calibrate | Ro Body | Found | Hims & Hers | Sprout Health | MEDVi | SkinnyRx | MyStartHealth | Remedy Meds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Membership/Program Fee | $199/mo | $45/mo | Included | None | Included | None | None | None | None |
| Medication (cash) | $800-1,500 | $199 (compd) | $99-149 | $99-199 | $249-299 | $179–299/mo | $199–299/mo | $179–429/mo | $299–399/mo |
| Medication (insurance) | $25/mo (guaranteed) | $0-50/mo | Varies | Varies | Not accepted | Not accepted | Not accepted | Not accepted | Not accepted |
| Total Est. w/ insurance | $224/mo | $45-95/mo | ~$99-199 | ~$99-149 | N/A — cash only | N/A — cash only | N/A — cash only | N/A — cash only | N/A — cash only |
| Total Est. cash-pay | $999-1,699/mo | $244-400/mo | $99-149/mo | $99-199/mo | $249-299/mo | $179–299/mo | $199–299/mo | $179–429/mo | $299–399/mo |
| Free Trial / Guarantee | No | 1 month free | No | No | No | 15% loss guarantee | No | No | 10% loss in 4 mo |
| Cancellation Policy | Cancel anytime | Cancel anytime | Cancel anytime | Cancel anytime | Cancel anytime | Cancel anytime | Cancel anytime | Cancel anytime | 48hrs notice |
| Metric | Calibrate | Ro Body | Found | Hims & Hers | Sprout Health | MEDVi | SkinnyRx | MyStartHealth | Remedy Meds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semaglutide (Wegovy) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Tirzepatide (Zepbound) | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Compounded Semaglutide inj. | No | Yes* | Yes* | Yes* | Yes* | Yes* | Yes* | Yes* | Yes* |
| Compounded Tirzepatide inj. | No | Yes* | Yes* | No | Yes* | Yes* | Yes* | Yes* | Yes* |
| Oral Semaglutide pill | No | No | No | Discontinued 2026 | No | Yes* (tablet) | Yes* (sublingual + tablet) | No | No |
| Non-GLP-1 meds | No | No | Yes (10+ options) | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Medication # choices | 3-4 brand-name | 2-3 | 10+ | 1-2 (limited) | 2 | 2–3 | 2–3 (+ forms) | 2 | 2 |
* Compounded medication availability subject to FDA drug shortage list status. As of early 2026, shortage designation for semaglutide and tirzepatide has been reduced.
| Metric | Calibrate | Ro Body | Found | Hims & Hers | Sprout Health | MEDVi | SkinnyRx | MyStartHealth | Remedy Meds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dedicated health coach | Yes (MD/RD) | Yes (RN) | Yes (RD) | No | Yes (partial) | No | No | No | No |
| Insurance navigation | Yes (strong) | Yes (best-in-class) | Partial | Basic | No — cash only | None | None | None | None |
| Behavioral curriculum | Full (1 year) | Partial | Partial | None | Basic | None | None | None | None |
| Physician consultation | Video (required) | Video or async | Async | Async only | Video (required) | Async | Async | Async or video | Async |
| Lab work included | Yes | Coordination | Yes (MetPrint) | No | Optional ($75) | No | No | Yes | Yes |
| Mobile app | Yes (4.3/5) | Yes (4.5/5) | Yes (4.4/5) | Yes (4.6/5) | Web portal only | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| States available | 40+ | 50 + DC | 45 | 50 | 44 | 49 | All 50 | All 50 | 49 |
| Metric | Calibrate | Ro Body | Found | Hims & Hers | Sprout Health | MEDVi | SkinnyRx | MyStartHealth | Remedy Meds |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Min. BMI (no condition) | 30+ | 30+ | 27+ | 30+ | 30+ | 30+ | 30+ | 30+ | 30+ |
| Min. BMI (with condition) | 27+ | 27+ | 27+ | 27+ | 27+ | 27+ | 27+ | 27+ | 27+ |
| Insurance accepted | Yes (required for best value) | Yes | Partial | Yes | No — cash only | No — cash only | No — cash only | No — cash only | No — cash only |
| Enterprise/employer | Primary market 2026 | No | No | No | No | No | No | No | No |
| Avg. time to first Rx | 7-14 days | 3-7 days | 3-7 days | 2-5 days | 5-10 days | 1–3 days | 2–5 days | 2–5 days | 2–5 days |
Not sure which program to choose? Use this quick-reference guide to find the best fit for your specific situation.
| If you want... | Best Pick | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Best overall program | Calibrate | Highest long-term outcomes (19% / 3 yrs), most comprehensive support — if enrollment is accessible |
| Best for new patients | Ro Body | All 50 states, excellent insurance concierge, RN coaching, brand-name + compounded options |
| Best for insurance coverage | Calibrate | $25/mo guaranteed medication cost with insurance. Strong prior auth support and appeal process. |
| Best insurance navigation | Ro Body | Ro's Insurance Concierge is the most aggressive and successful in the industry at securing approvals |
| Most affordable (cash-pay) | Found | Starts at $99/mo all-inclusive for non-GLP-1. GLP-1 tier at $149/mo when compounded is available. |
| Most medication options | Found | 10+ medications including GLP-1, non-GLP-1, and combination therapies via MetabolicPrint approach |
| Best for GLP-1 side effects | Found | Exclusive Microdosing program for patients who struggle with nausea/GI effects at standard doses |
| Best for lowest possible price | Hims & Hers | $99-$199/mo for compounded injection. Widest reach (50 states). No coaching — simplified model. |
| Best cash-pay w/ coaching | Sprout Health | $249-299/mo with dedicated care team + nutritionist. More support than Hims at reasonable price. |
| Best behavioral health support | Calibrate | Year-long curriculum covering food, sleep, exercise, and emotional health with weekly coaching calls |
| Best for GLP-1 + lifestyle only | Ro Body | Ro's combination of medical and behavioral support without Calibrate's price/enrollment barriers |
| Avoid if... | Hims & Hers | You need coaching, accountability, structured support, or clinical depth. Limited program. |
Sticker prices can be misleading. Here's the breakdown of what you'll actually pay — including membership fees, medication costs, and what insurance covers for each program.
Sorted from cheapest to most expensive.
| Provider | Membership | Medication | Extras | Total/mo | Cost Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Found | $0 | $99-149 | $0 | $99-149 | 8.5 |
| Hims & Hers | $0 | $99-199 | $0 | $99-199 | 7.0 |
| Sprout Health | $0 | $249-299 | $0 | $249-299 | 7.0 |
| Ro Body | $45 | $199 | $0 | ~$244 | 7.5 |
| Calibrate | $199 | $800-1,500 | $0 | $999-1,699 | 4.0 |
Understanding clinical outcomes is essential for making an informed decision. This section compares available data on average weight loss, study duration, and data sources across all five programs. Note that outcome measurement methodologies vary significantly — some programs publish internal member cohort data, others rely on published clinical trial extrapolation.
| Provider | Avg. Weight Loss | Timeframe | Data Source | Reliability |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calibrate | ~19% | 3 years | Internal member cohort data | Moderate |
| Ro Body | ~15% | 6 months | Member outcomes report 2023 | Moderate |
| Found | ~10% | 6 months | Internal member cohort | Moderate |
| Hims & Hers | N/A | N/A | No published outcomes data | None |
| Sprout Health | ~15%** | 68 weeks | Based on semaglutide trials | Low - extrapolated |
** Sprout's outcome estimate extrapolated from published semaglutide clinical trial data (STEP 1 trial). Not Sprout-specific member data.
Found is the most affordable all-inclusive GLP-1 program at $149/mo when compounded semaglutide is available. For non-GLP-1 medication, Found starts at $99/mo. Hims & Hers offers compounded semaglutide injections at $99-$199/mo but with no coaching. If you have insurance, Calibrate's $25/mo guaranteed medication cost plus $199/mo membership fee may deliver better value than paying cash elsewhere.
Calibrate is better for patients with insurance who want the most clinically comprehensive program — their outcomes data (19% / 3 years) and behavioral curriculum are unmatched. Ro Body is better for patients without insurance or who want a lower-friction start with strong nationwide availability and good coaching. Ro is also the better choice if insurance navigation is your top priority.
Found is the best value without insurance at $99-$149/mo with GLP-1 medication included when compounded options are available. Sprout Health ($249-$299/mo) is the best option if you want more personalized medical oversight at a cash-pay price point. Calibrate is significantly more expensive without insurance and is not recommended for cash-pay patients.
Yes — Calibrate, Ro Body, and Found all prescribe tirzepatide/Zepbound for patients who qualify. Tirzepatide (a dual GIP/GLP-1 agonist) has produced the highest clinical trial weight loss results of any approved medication (~20-22%). Coverage through insurance varies by plan. Hims & Hers and Sprout currently focus on semaglutide-based options.
It depends on your priorities. Ro is better for patients who want brand-name medications, have insurance to navigate, or are located across all 50 states. Found is better for patients who want maximum medication flexibility, are budget-conscious, or have struggled with GLP-1 side effects (Found's Microdosing program is a key differentiator). For overall new-patient experience, Ro has the edge.
Hims & Hers discontinued their compounded oral semaglutide pill in February 2026, following FDA pressure and a lawsuit filed by Novo Nordisk challenging the legality of marketing compounded semaglutide as equivalent to Ozempic/Wegovy. The injectable compounded semaglutide remains available but faces uncertainty as FDA shortage designations are reduced. This represents a significant change to Hims & Hers' GLP-1 program.
Calibrate offers the most comprehensive coaching — a year-long behavioral health curriculum with dedicated weekly coaching sessions covering food, sleep, exercise, and emotional health. Ro Body includes RN health coaching as part of the program. Found includes registered dietitian access and group coaching. Hims & Hers has no structured coaching program.
Calibrate — 7.8/10
If you have insurance and want the most clinically rigorous program with proven long-term outcomes, Calibrate is our top pick. Their $25/mo guaranteed medication cost with insurance and 19% average 3-year weight loss make them the gold standard — access permitting.
Read Full Calibrate Review →Ro Body — 7.6/10
For patients starting their GLP-1 journey without a clear insurance path, Ro Body is the most balanced, well-rounded option. Available in all 50 states, their Insurance Concierge is the best in the industry, and RN coaching is included.
Read Full Ro Body Review →Found — 7.2/10
At $99-$149/mo all-inclusive, Found is the most affordable path to GLP-1 treatment with real clinical support. Their 10+ medication options and MetabolicPrint assessment make them the most flexible program for patients who want to optimize their approach.
Read Full Found Review →