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CoreAge Rx vs ElleS

An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers

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By Eli Marsden · Founding Editor
Editorially reviewed & fact-checked against primary sources · How we verify contentLast reviewed
CoreAge Rx logo

CoreAge Rx

8.3
★★★★4.2/5

Best for: best overall value

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VS
ElleS logo

ElleS

6.9
★★★3.5/5

Best for: compounded GLP-1 (including oral capsules) within a broad telehealth menu

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CoreAge Rx and ElleS are both GLP-1 Providers competing for the same patients, but they make different trade-offs on price, coverage, and what's included. In our scoring, CoreAge Rx starts lower at $99/mo versus $269/mo, and CoreAge Rx edges ahead overall (8.3 vs 6.9 out of 10). Below we break down pricing, what each plan covers, the six-dimension score, pros and cons, and exactly who should pick which.

Pricing

CoreAge Rx

Injectable, monthly auto-refill (flat across all dosages)Compounded
$99/mo
semaglutide

same price at every dose

Injectable, monthly auto-refill (flat across all dosages)Compounded
$149/mo
tirzepatide

same price at every dose

ElleS

Injection — floor of a 1/3/6/12-month laddercompounded injection
$269/mo
semaglutide
Injection — floor of a 1/3/6/12-month laddercompounded injection
$359/mo
tirzepatide
Oral capsules — floor of a 1/3/6/12-month laddercompounded oral
$299/mo
semaglutide
Oral capsules — floor of a 1/3/6/12-month laddercompounded oral
$349/mo
tirzepatide

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What’s included

CoreAge Rx

What the monthly price covers

Medication

Included

Provider visits

Included

Shipping

Included

Lab work

Not disclosed

Coaching

Not disclosed

ElleS

What the monthly price covers

Medication

Included

Provider visits

Included

Shipping

Included

Lab work

Not disclosed

Coaching

Not disclosed

Score breakdown

Both providers are scored on the same six-dimension framework. The gradient bar marks the stronger side on each dimension.

CoreAge Rx

8.3/10

Overall

ElleS

6.9/10

Value25%

8.5A
vs
B
6.5

Effectiveness25%

8.5A
vs
B
7.5

User Experience15%

8.5A
vs
B
6.5

Trust & Safety15%

7.8A
vs
B
6.5

Accessibility10%

8.0A
vs
B
7.0

Support10%

8.4A
vs
B
7.5

Features & Coverage

FeatureCoreAge RxElleS
Starting Price$99/mo$269/mo
Features6 features8 features
States Available50Not disclosed
Compounded✓ Yes
Brand Name
FSA/HSA Accepted
FDA WarningsNoneNone

About CoreAge Rx

CoreAge Rx offers LegitScript-certified compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide with free 2-day shipping to all 50 states. Backed by licensed physicians and 24/7 support, it delivers the most competitive pricing in the compounded GLP-1 space.

Read our full CoreAge Rx review →

About ElleS

ElleS (ElleS Inc.) is a comprehensive compounded telehealth service. Its weight-loss line includes compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide in both injectable and oral-capsule forms (plus microdose), sold as 3- and 6-month packages bundling the telehealth visit, medication, and shipping. It also covers TRT, HRT (estradiol), sexual health, hair loss, and longevity (sermorelin, NAD+), with Registered Dietitian support. Pricing is not shown publicly (it appears after the CareValidate intake), the pharmacy partner is unnamed, and no LegitScript certification is displayed.

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Pros & Cons

CoreAge Rx

What we like

  • LegitScript certified — rigorous pharmacy standards
  • Free 2-day shipping nationwide
  • Both semaglutide and tirzepatide available
  • Lowest per-month pricing in the compounded segment
  • 24/7 support team
  • All 50 states covered

Watch-outs

  • Compounded only — no brand-name Ozempic or Wegovy
  • Newer brand with fewer independent reviews than legacy players

ElleS

What we like

  • Compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide in both injectable and oral-capsule forms, plus microdose options
  • Packages bundle the telehealth visit, medication, and shipping; Registered Dietitian support included
  • Full legal suite published — Terms, Privacy Policy, Privacy Practices, and Medical Consent
  • Broad menu: also TRT, HRT (estradiol), sexual health, hair loss, and longevity (sermorelin, NAD+)

Watch-outs

  • Pricing not shown publicly — products and costs appear only after the intake flow
  • Sold as 3- and 6-month packages rather than simple monthly plans
  • Compounding pharmacy partner not named ('made in licensed US facilities')
  • Not LegitScript-certified (no certification displayed)

Our Verdict

Winner: CoreAge Rx

CoreAge Rx edges out ElleS with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for best overall value. ElleS remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for compounded GLP-1 (including oral capsules) within a broad telehealth menu.

Choose CoreAge Rx if…

You want best overall value and a starting price around $99/mo.

Choose ElleS if…

You want compounded GLP-1 (including oral capsules) within a broad telehealth menu and a starting price around $269/mo.

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CoreAge Rx vs ElleS: FAQ

CoreAge Rx is cheaper. Its lowest ongoing monthly cash price is $99/mo, compared with $269/mo for ElleS. We compare standing (not first-month promo) prices so the figures reflect what you'd actually pay month to month.
CoreAge Rx scores higher overall at 8.3/10 versus 6.9/10, and is particularly strong for best overall value. That said, ElleS is a better fit if you want compounded GLP-1 (including oral capsules) within a broad telehealth menu.
CoreAge Rx lists availability in 50 states, while ElleS's state list is not publicly listed.
CoreAge Rx is an affiliate partner (we may earn a commission on sign-ups through our links); ElleS is not. Either way, we rank providers editorially with the same scoring framework and disclose every partnership — being a partner does not buy a higher score.
For Semaglutide, CoreAge Rx is cheaper at $99/mo versus $269/mo at ElleS.

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