Alloy vs MEDVi
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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Alloy
Best for women in menopause/perimenopause who want a Menopause Society-certified clinician AND the broadest brand+compounded GLP-1 formulary in our directoryStarting at $80/mo
MEDVi
Best for patients who want the option to switch between compounded and brand-name GLP-1 through one providerStarting at $179/mo
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Alloy | MEDVi |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | 7.4/10 | ✓7.6/10 |
| Starting Price | ✓$80/mo | $179/mo |
| Editorial Rating | 3.7 ★ /5 | ✓3.8 ★ /5 |
| Features | ✓8 features | 7 features |
| States Available | 0 | ✓48 |
| Compounded | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Brand Name | ✓ Yes | — |
| FSA/HSA Accepted | — | — |
| FDA Warnings | None | None |
Pros & Cons
Alloy
Pros
- ✓Broadest GLP-1 formulary in our catalog: brand Wegovy + brand Zepbound + oral Wegovy + compounded semaglutide + compounded tirzepatide + compounded liraglutide
- ✓All consulting doctors are certified by The Menopause Society — only ~1,000 such certified practitioners exist among ~20,000 OB-GYNs in the US
- ✓Brand-name Wegovy starting at $199/mo and compounded liraglutide starting at $80/mo cover both ends of the price/access spectrum
- ✓STARTGLP1 promo code knocks $50 off the first month per the public site
Cons
- ✗Not available in Louisiana or Mississippi (verified) — readers in those two states should be routed elsewhere
- ✗Initial consultation is $49 and is separate from medication cost — readers should know there's a non-refundable upfront fee
- ✗Menopause-specialty framing — best fit for women in menopause/perimenopause, not the right product for men or younger women whose primary need is weight loss
MEDVi
Pros
- ✓Both compounded and brand-name (Wegovy, Zepbound) GLP-1 options in one platform
- ✓Oral tablet and injectable formats
- ✓Named US pharmacy partners (Triad Rx, Precision Medicine, RedRock Pharmacy, Beaker Pharmacy & Compounding)
- ✓Clinical oversight through OpenLoop Health provider network and CareGLP Affiliated P.C.s
- ✓Direct-to-home shipping with 24/7 support
Cons
- ✗Refill price for compounded GLP-1 injection ($299) steps up significantly from $179 first-month offer
- ✗Not available in Mississippi or North Dakota (telehealth regulation constraints)
- ✗Alabama and California patients can only receive injectable formats, not tablets, per state law
- ✗Kansas, Indiana, New Mexico, Oklahoma, and West Virginia require a synchronous provider visit before prescribing
- ✗No LegitScript or PCAB certification disclosed on the site
Our Verdict
MEDVi edges out Alloy with a higher overall score of 7.6/10 and is particularly strong for patients who want the option to switch between compounded and brand-name GLP-1 through one provider. Alloy remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for women in menopause/perimenopause who want a Menopause Society-certified clinician AND the broadest brand+compounded GLP-1 formulary in our directory.
Glossary references
Key terms in this article, linked to their canonical definitions.
- Semaglutide · Drugs and brands
- Tirzepatide · Drugs and brands
- Compounded GLP-1 · Pharmacy and drug forms
- 503A pharmacy · Pharmacy and drug forms
- PCAB accreditation · Pharmacy and drug forms
- Prior authorization (PA) · Insurance and regulatory
- Off-label use · Insurance and regulatory
- FDA Drug Shortage List · Insurance and regulatory
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