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DudeMeds vs NewSelf

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

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By Eli Marsden · Founding Editor
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DudeMeds

6.9
★★★3.5/5

Best for: men seeking no-fee GLP-1 access with oral and injectable options

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VS
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NewSelf

8.3
★★★★4.2/5

Best for: lowest-cost compounded GLP-1 with pharmacy quality transparency

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DudeMeds and NewSelf 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, NewSelf starts lower at $100/mo versus $175/mo, and DudeMeds 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

DudeMeds

6-Month Commit Kit Part 1Compounded
$175/mo
semaglutide

$175/mo (orig $295 struck), Total Billed $525 (Orig. $885); 503B compounded; cheapest product on site — advertised '$149+' price not found on any product page

4-Month Starter Commit KitCompounded
$179/mo
semaglutide

$179/mo (orig $295), Total Billed $716 (Orig. $1,180)

Steady State low 1mg/week (12-wk supply)Compounded
$199/mo
semaglutide

$597 billed (orig $885); ongoing refill tier

Steady State medium 1.5mg/week (8-wk supply)Compounded
$249/mo
semaglutide

$498 billed (orig $590); ongoing refill tier

Steady State high 2mg/week (12-wk supply)Compounded
$279/mo
semaglutide

$837 billed (orig $885); ongoing refill tier

3-Month Commit KitCompounded
$249/mo
tirzepatide

$249/mo (orig $1,299 struck), Total Billed $747 (Orig. $1,299); unchanged from our record

Steady State low 5mg/week (12-wk supply)Compounded
$233/mo
tirzepatide

$699 billed (orig $1,299); ongoing refill tier — below the $249 tirz median

Steady State medium 7.5mg/week (8-wk supply)Compounded
$299/mo
tirzepatide

$598 billed (orig $866); ongoing refill tier

Steady State high 5mg/week (12-wk supply)Compounded
$399/mo
tirzepatide

$1,179 billed (orig $1,299); NOTE site labels this 'High Dose' at 5mg/week — same mg as the low tier, likely a site labeling error

OzempicCompounded
$1585/mo
semaglutide

NEW branch: Total Billed $4,755 (3 months)

WegovyCompounded
$1585/mo
semaglutide

NEW branch: Total Billed $4,755 (3 months)

MounjaroCompounded
$1350/mo
tirzepatide

NEW branch: Total Billed $4,050 (3 months)

ZepboundCompounded
$1350/mo
tirzepatide

NEW branch: Total Billed $4,050 (3 months)

NewSelf

Semaglutide+ (best price)Compounded
$100/mo
semaglutide

All dosages same price

Semaglutide+ (regular)Compounded
$135/mo
semaglutide
Tirzepatide+ (best price)Compounded
$144/mo
tirzepatide

All dosages same price

Tirzepatide+ (regular)Compounded
$225/mo
tirzepatide

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What’s included

DudeMeds

What the monthly price covers

Medication

Included

Provider visits

Included

Shipping

Included

Lab work

Not disclosed

Coaching

Not disclosed

NewSelf

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.

DudeMeds

6.9/10

Overall

NewSelf

8.3/10

Value25%

7.0A
vs
B
9.0

Effectiveness25%

8.0A
vs
B
8.0

User Experience15%

7.5A
vs
B
8.0

Trust & Safety15%

5.8A
vs
B
8.3

Accessibility10%

6.5A
vs
B
8.5

Support10%

5.5A
vs
B
7.9

Features & Coverage

FeatureDudeMedsNewSelf
Starting Price$175/mo$100/mo
Features4 features6 features
States AvailableNot disclosed49
Compounded✓ Yes✓ Yes
Brand Name
FSA/HSA Accepted
FDA WarningsNoneNone

About DudeMeds

DudeMeds is a men's telehealth platform offering semaglutide and tirzepatide in both oral and injectable formats from $175/month. No membership fee, no doctor fee, free shipping. Also offers TRT, ED, and hair loss treatments. Accepts clinic-switch patients from existing GLP-1 and TRT providers.

Read our full DudeMeds review →

About NewSelf

NewSelf offers compounded semaglutide+ (with B12/Glycine, from $99.97/mo) and compounded tirzepatide+ (with B6/Glycine, from $144.49/mo). LegitScript certified. Available in 48 states + Puerto Rico. Uses 503A licensed pharmacies with third-party testing.

Read our full NewSelf review →

Pros & Cons

DudeMeds

What we like

  • Semaglutide and tirzepatide in both oral and injectable forms
  • No membership or doctor fee, free shipping — all-in pricing from $175/mo
  • HSA and FSA eligible
  • Accepts patients switching from existing GLP-1 and TRT providers
  • Async consultations in most states — no video visit required
  • 24/7 patient portal for ongoing care and dose adjustments

Watch-outs

  • Men's-only branding may not appeal to women
  • State availability not published — described only as 'most states'
  • No visible LegitScript certification or PCAB accreditation
  • Newer brand with limited independent reviews
  • Advertised 'from $149/month' price doesn't exist at checkout — the cheapest real plan is $175/mo, billed $525 upfront

NewSelf

What we like

  • Semaglutide+ from $99.97/mo — among the lowest prices in the dataset
  • All dosages at the same price — no price escalation as dose increases
  • LegitScript certified with 503A licensed pharmacies
  • Third-party potency, sterility, and endotoxicity testing
  • 48 states + Puerto Rico coverage
  • B12/B6 + Glycine enhanced formulations
  • No membership fees

Watch-outs

  • Not available in Mississippi and Louisiana
  • Compounded only — no brand-name options
  • Site also promotes AI health optimization and longevity (broader platform)

Our Verdict

Winner: DudeMeds

DudeMeds is our recommended choice here, particularly for men seeking no-fee GLP-1 access with oral and injectable options. NewSelf is a solid alternative, especially if you want lowest-cost compounded GLP-1 with pharmacy quality transparency — compare the six-dimension breakdown and pricing below to weigh them for your situation.

Choose DudeMeds if…

You want men seeking no-fee GLP-1 access with oral and injectable options and a starting price around $175/mo.

Choose NewSelf if…

You want lowest-cost compounded GLP-1 with pharmacy quality transparency and a starting price around $100/mo.

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