Brightmeds vs TMates
In our scoring, Brightmeds edges ahead overall (7.4 vs 6.9 out of 10), and Brightmeds costs less for compounded semaglutide (about $720 a year less).
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Key differences
- Price
- Brightmeds $189/mo vs TMates $249/mo for compounded semaglutide (standing prices, no prepay or separate membership listed · about $720 a year less with Brightmeds)
- Coverage
- Brightmeds 47 states; TMates 50 states (only TMates: Alabama, Arkansas and Mississippi)
- Included
- Brightmeds: medication, clinician visits, shipping, labs; TMates: medication, clinician visits, shipping, coaching
Brightmeds
Affiliate partnerBest for compounded or brand GLP-1 bundled with TRT and peptides for men
semaglutide
$189
Our score 7.4/10
TMates
Affiliate partnerBest for nationwide compounded GLP-1 availability including Puerto Rico
semaglutide
$249
Our score 6.9/10
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Costs & coverage
Published prices with their terms attached. Yearly figures are modeled from the standing price and billing cadence. A check mark marks the better side, on like-for-like rows only.
Brightmeds
TMates
Price
Semaglutide / month
Better on this row: $189/mo
$249/mo
Semaglutide / year (modeled)
Better on this row: $2,268
$2,988
Tirzepatide / month
Better on this row: $289/mo
$297/mo
Tirzepatide / year (modeled)
Better on this row: $3,468
$3,564
Coverage
State availability
47 states
50 states
Included in the price
Medication, clinician visits, shipping, labs
Medication, clinician visits, shipping, coaching
Terms & safety
Price shown
Plan quoted after intake; a price is published
Before intake
Cancel anytime
Not disclosed
Yes
Minimum commitment
Not disclosed
None
Refunds
Conditional 6-mo money-back guarantee
Not disclosed
FDA warning letters
None on record
None on record
Provider facts checked
August 2026
August 2026
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Only TMates (3 states)
- Alabama
- Arkansas
- Mississippi
Every dose and plan: Brightmeds · TMates
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Which fits your priorities?
Only the points where these two differ, from the table above and each provider’s record.
Choose Brightmeds if…
- About $720 a year less than TMates for compounded semaglutide at standing prices
- One login covers GLP-1, TRT, peptides, and longevity — convenient for men exploring weight loss and hormones
- Offers both compounded GLP-1s and brand-name FDA-approved Zepbound (pens and vials)
What to weigh up
- Not available in Alabama, Arkansas or Mississippi
- Pricing isn't itemized on the main pages — you must click through to landers or the application flow
Choose TMates if…
- Serves Alabama, Arkansas and Mississippi, where Brightmeds doesn't
- All-inclusive monthly price covers medication, consults, nutrition coaching, and 24/7 support — no separate membership fee
- Fast stated turnaround — 2–3 days from intake to delivery
What to weigh up
- About $720 a year more than Brightmeds for compounded semaglutide
- No third-party pharmacy accreditation (no LegitScript, PCAB, ACHC, or NABP)
Explore the scoring factors
Both providers are scored on the same six-dimension framework. The gradient bar marks the stronger side on each dimension.
Brightmeds
7.4/10
TMates
6.9/10
Value25%
Effectiveness25%
User Experience15%
Trust & Safety15%
Accessibility10%
Support10%
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- 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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