CoreAge Rx vs Strut Health
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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CoreAge Rx and Strut Health 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, Strut Health starts lower at $99/mo versus $149/mo, and Strut Health is the option we'd start with for most patients. 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
Strut Health
Auto Refill starting at $99, Save 21%; one-off price higher
Auto Refill starting at $149, Save 13%
Auto Refill starting at $199, Save 17%; one-off 30-day supply $239
Auto Refill starting at $199, Save 14%; page also shows 30 DAY SUPPLY $325 compare-at price
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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
Strut Health
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
Strut Health
8.0/10
Value25%
Effectiveness25%
User Experience15%
Trust & Safety15%
Accessibility10%
Support10%
Features & Coverage
| Feature | CoreAge Rx | Strut Health |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $149/mo | ✓$99/mo |
| Features | 6 features | 6 features |
| States Available | ✓50 | 49 |
| 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 Strut Health
Strut Health offers LegitScript + ACHC-accredited compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide in both injectable and oral lozenge formats, shipping to 49 states. Board-certified US physicians handle prescribing with free unlimited follow-up messaging, but eligibility is gated behind a 'medical necessity' clinician determination that isn't publicly defined.
Read our full Strut Health 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
Strut Health
What we like
- Both LegitScript and ACHC accredited — pharmacy oversight most compounded GLP-1 providers don't carry
- Oral lozenge option for semaglutide ($99/mo) and tirzepatide ($199/mo) — an injection-free alternative
- Auto-refill pricing saves 13–21% vs one-off orders
- Free unlimited follow-up messaging with board-certified US physicians
- Ships to 49 states (only Arkansas excluded)
Watch-outs
- Requires a "medical necessity" review, but the criteria aren't published — you can't self-screen before paying for a consult
- Compounded only — no FDA-approved Ozempic, Wegovy, Zepbound, or Mounjaro
- Pharmacy partners aren't named — you can't verify the compounding source
- No insurance accepted — cash pay only
- Phone consultation requirement varies by state
Our Verdict
Strut Health is our recommended choice here, particularly for oral-lozenge compounded GLP-1 access. CoreAge Rx is a solid alternative, especially if you want best overall value — compare the six-dimension breakdown and pricing below to weigh them for your situation.
Choose CoreAge Rx if…
You want best overall value and a starting price around $149/mo.
Choose Strut Health if…
You want oral-lozenge compounded GLP-1 access and a starting price around $99/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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