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CoreAge Rx vs OnlyRx

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
OnlyRx logo

OnlyRx

6.4
★★★☆☆3.2/5

Best for: compounded GLP-1 in oral-tablet and injection with named prescribers

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CoreAge Rx and OnlyRx 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 $149/mo versus $179/mo, and CoreAge Rx edges ahead overall (8.3 vs 6.4 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

OnlyRx

starting tier (promo)compounded injection
$179/mo
semaglutide
starting tiercompounded injection
$249/mo
tirzepatide
starting tiercompounded oral (ODT)
$249/mo
semaglutide
starting tiercompounded oral (ODT)
$279/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

OnlyRx

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

OnlyRx

6.4/10

Value25%

8.5A
vs
B
7.0

Effectiveness25%

8.5A
vs
B
6.0

User Experience15%

8.5A
vs
B
6.0

Trust & Safety15%

7.8A
vs
B
6.3

Accessibility10%

8.0A
vs
B
7.0

Support10%

8.4A
vs
B
6.4

Features & Coverage

FeatureCoreAge RxOnlyRx
Starting Price$149/mo$179/mo
Features6 features8 features
States Available50Not disclosed
Compounded✓ 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 OnlyRx

OnlyRx is a cash-pay GLP-1 telehealth platform offering compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide in both injection and oral disintegrating tablet (ODT) forms — an uncommon needle-free option. It names its prescribers and a four-pharmacy fulfillment network, and offers brand-name GLP-1s when prescribed. Available in all 50 states with Buy Now Pay Later; compounded semaglutide injection starts at $179/mo on a summer promo.

Read our full OnlyRx 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

OnlyRx

What we like

  • Four-pharmacy network: Belmar, Strive, Epiq Scripts, and Casa Pharma RX
  • Named prescribers on the public site: Dr. Carr (MD), Dr. Tenbrink (MD), Dr. Italia (MD), Dr. Mansour (DO)
  • Oral disintegrating tablet (ODT) form for both semaglutide and tirzepatide — good for needle-averse patients
  • Pricing, drug list, pharmacy partners, and physician roster all visible on the public site
  • LegitScript Certified
  • Brand-name Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, and Mounjaro available alongside the compounded line

Watch-outs

  • Promo pricing ($179 semaglutide injection) is prominent, but post-promo maintenance pricing isn't shown
  • No titration-ladder pricing — you can't see costs at 1.0 mg or 2.4 mg maintenance
  • Refund / cancellation policy not stated on the homepage
  • Lab-work requirement not stated
  • Operating corporate entity not disclosed
  • Epiq Scripts is the one named pharmacy partner not yet independently verified

Our Verdict

Winner: CoreAge Rx

CoreAge Rx edges out OnlyRx with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for best overall value. OnlyRx remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for compounded GLP-1 in oral-tablet and injection with named prescribers.

Choose CoreAge Rx if…

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

Choose OnlyRx if…

You want compounded GLP-1 in oral-tablet and injection with named prescribers and a starting price around $179/mo.

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