CoreAge Rx vs Sesame Care
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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CoreAge Rx and Sesame Care 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 $149/mo, and CoreAge Rx edges ahead overall (8.3 vs 8.0 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
Re-verified 2026-08-05: homepage + Preventive Longevity section both show "Semaglutide — Starting at $99/mo", "Same price at every dose"; supersedes stale tiered pricing captured 2026-06-05.
Re-verified 2026-08-05: homepage GLP-1 hero + Preventive Longevity section both show "Tirzepatide — Starting at $149/mo", "Same price at every dose"; supersedes stale tiered pricing captured 2026-06-05.
Sesame Care
Month-to-Month $99/mo, 3-Month $39/mo, 6-Month $49/mo, Annual $59/mo; includes video visits, unlimited messaging, follow-ups, labs (savings $60/3mo, $180/6mo, $480/yr)
$199/mo first two months, new self-pay patients, lowest doses (0.25/0.5mg) only; FAQ terms state offer valid through 2026-06-30 but $199 still advertised on 2026-07-14
low doses
high doses; maintenance dose $50/mo cheaper than Wegovy injection
NEW published pricing: $199 first two months (same new-self-pay intro terms as Wegovy); 2mg is $499/mo
$399/mo for 5mg; $449/mo for 7.5mg, 10mg, 12.5mg, 15mg — unchanged vs stored
$399/mo 5mg, $499/mo 7.5mg, $699/mo 10-15mg (program page shows $398/$698 — Sesame's own pages disagree by $1)
NEW row on program page: 'Zepbound® Tirzepatide Starts at $1,086 per / mo' (retail-channel pen, distinct from LillyDirect KwikPen)
$199/mo at 2.5mg, $299 at 5.5mg and 9mg, $349 at 14.5mg and 17.2mg.
'Price with insurance: as low as $25 per / mo.' — copay varies by plan/PA outcome
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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
Sesame Care
Inclusions 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
Sesame Care
8.0/10
Value25%
Effectiveness25%
User Experience15%
Trust & Safety15%
Accessibility10%
Support10%
Features & Coverage
| Feature | CoreAge Rx | Sesame Care |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | ✓$99/mo | $149/mo |
| Features | 6 features | ✓8 features |
| States Available | 50 | Not disclosed |
| Compounded | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Brand Name | — | — |
| FSA/HSA Accepted | — | — |
| FDA Warnings | None | None |
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 Sesame Care
Sesame is a transparent-pricing telehealth marketplace that connects patients directly with independent provider practices — distinct from the stocked-formulary model of most weight-loss platforms. Its weight-loss vertical is brand-name only (no compounding): a $39–$99/month subscription covers clinical care, while medication is billed separately at cash-pay rates, including Zepbound from $299 via LillyDirect and a Wegovy self-pay promo at $199/month.
Read our full Sesame Care 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
Sesame Care
What we like
- Marketplace transparency — pick a named provider with a displayed price before booking, unlike most opaque telehealth intake
- BBB-accredited and LegitScript-verified
- LillyDirect partnership unlocks Zepbound vial and KwikPen cash pricing matching Lilly's lowest direct rates ($299 at lowest dose)
- Wegovy self-pay promo ($199/mo for first two months, lowest dose, new self-pay) — among the lowest brand-Wegovy cash prices
- Honest subscription scope — clinical care only, medication billed separately
- Stocks both Wegovy pill ($149/mo low doses) and Foundayo orforglipron alongside injectables
- Lab work included in subscription for 41 states (excludes AZ/HI/ND/NJ/NY/OK/RI/SD/WY)
- Insurance route ($25/mo possible) is viable — providers assist with prior authorization
Watch-outs
- Marketplace model means clinician credentials and quality vary provider to provider
- Statewide availability can't be listed — it depends on which marketplace providers are licensed in your state
- No in-house pharmacy — fulfillment splits across LillyDirect, NovoCare, and your retail pharmacy
- Restrictive refunds — full refund only if you cancel 3+ hours before the first visit; no refund once the visit occurs
- Subscription commitment required — no genuine pay-per-visit option for weight loss
- Wegovy $199/mo promo applies only to new self-pay patients at the lowest dose; $349/mo after month 2
- Wegovy pill high doses ($299/mo for 9mg/25mg) cost about 2x the low-dose price as you titrate up
- Zepbound KwikPen high doses ($699/mo for 10–15mg) approach Lilly's list price
Our Verdict
CoreAge Rx edges out Sesame Care with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for best overall value. Sesame Care remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for Brand-name GLP-1s at cash prices, no compounding.
Choose CoreAge Rx if…
You want best overall value and a starting price around $99/mo.
Choose Sesame Care if…
You want Brand-name GLP-1s at cash prices, no compounding and a starting price around $149/mo.
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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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