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CoreAge Rx vs Harper Meds

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
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CoreAge Rx

8.3
★★★★4.2/5

Best for: best overall value

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VS
Harper Meds logo

Harper Meds

7.7
★★★3.9/5

Best for: flat-rate compounded GLP-1 with everything bundled into one price

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CoreAge Rx and Harper Meds 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, both start around $149/mo, and CoreAge Rx edges ahead overall (8.3 vs 7.7 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

0.25mgCompounded
$149/mo
semaglutide
0.5mgCompounded
$199/mo
semaglutide
1mgCompounded
$249/mo
semaglutide
1.7mgCompounded
$299/mo
semaglutide
2.5mgCompounded
$349/mo
tirzepatide

Harper Meds

Compounded semaglutide (all doses)Compounded
$149/mo
semaglutide

Flat price at every dose; includes consult, prescription, 4 weeks of medication, and free shipping.

Compounded tirzepatide (all doses)Compounded
$196/mo
tirzepatide

Flat price at every dose; all-inclusive (consult, prescription, medication, shipping).

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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

Harper Meds

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

Harper Meds

7.7/10

Value25%

8.5A
vs
B
8.5

Effectiveness25%

8.5A
vs
B
7.5

User Experience15%

8.5A
vs
B
7.5

Trust & Safety15%

7.8A
vs
B
7.3

Accessibility10%

8.0A
vs
B
7.5

Support10%

8.4A
vs
B
7.4

Features & Coverage

FeatureCoreAge RxHarper Meds
Starting Price$149/mo$149/mo
Features6 features4 features
States Available50Not disclosed
Compounded✓ Yes✓ Yes
Brand Name
FSA/HSA Accepted
FDA WarningsNoneNone

About CoreAge Rx

CoreAge Rx offers LegitScript-verified 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 Harper Meds

DTC telehealth weight-loss program (Nexus Health Solutions LLC) offering flat-rate compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide, with the consultation, prescription, medication, and shipping bundled into one monthly price.

Read our full Harper Meds review →

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

Harper Meds

What we like

  • Flat pricing — same cost at every dose, no escalation as you titrate up
  • All-inclusive: doctor consultation, prescription, medication, and free shipping in one price
  • LegitScript-certified; prescriptions reviewed by US-licensed M.D.s
  • Offers both compounded semaglutide ($149/mo) and tirzepatide ($196/mo)

Watch-outs

  • Membership fee is non-refundable once paid
  • Partner pharmacy is not publicly named
  • State availability not published (limited to 'certain states')

Our Verdict

Winner: CoreAge Rx

CoreAge Rx edges out Harper Meds with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for best overall value. Harper Meds remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for flat-rate compounded GLP-1 with everything bundled into one price.

Choose CoreAge Rx if…

You want best overall value and a starting price around $149/mo.

Choose Harper Meds if…

You want flat-rate compounded GLP-1 with everything bundled into one price and a starting price around $149/mo.

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