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FMmeds vs NewSelf

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
FMmeds logo

FMmeds

7.7
★★★3.9/5

Best for: flat-rate compounded GLP-1 co-formulated with vitamin B12, from $95/mo

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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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FMmeds 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, both start around $undefined/mo, and NewSelf 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

FMmeds

$/mo
$/mo
$/mo
$/mo
$/mo
$/mo
$/mo
$/mo

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

FMmeds

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.

FMmeds

7.7/10

Overall

NewSelf

8.3/10

Value25%

7.0A
vs
B
9.0

Effectiveness25%

8.0A
vs
B
8.0

User Experience15%

8.0A
vs
B
8.0

Trust & Safety15%

7.5A
vs
B
8.3

Accessibility10%

8.5A
vs
B
8.5

Support10%

7.4A
vs
B
7.9

Features & Coverage

FeatureFMmedsNewSelf
Starting Price$/mo$100/mo
Features8 features6 features
States Available5149
Compounded✓ Yes
Brand Name
FSA/HSA Accepted
FDA Warnings4 warningsNone

About FMmeds

FMmeds is a Manhattan Beach-based DTC telehealth platform selling compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide co-formulated with vitamin B12, with no membership fee and a free initial visit billed only on approval. It names its 503A pharmacy partner (Manifest Pharmacy, Greer, SC) and holds prices flat across all dose strengths. Available in all 50 states plus DC; semaglutide drops to $95/mo and tirzepatide to $145/mo on the 12-month plan.

Read our full FMmeds 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

FMmeds

What we like

  • All 50 states plus DC covered, stated in the Terms
  • Operating LLC and full Manhattan Beach, CA address disclosed
  • Named 503A pharmacy partner (Manifest Pharmacy, Greer SC)
  • Aggressive 12-month pricing — semaglutide $95/mo and tirzepatide $145/mo, at the low end of the market
  • Flat pricing across all dose strengths — no dose-escalation surcharge
  • Free initial telehealth visit (only billed if a prescription is approved), with free express shipping

Watch-outs

  • Compounded only — no FDA-approved Wegovy, Ozempic, Mounjaro, or Zepbound
  • Publishes the FDA compounded-medication disclaimer (medication is not FDA-approved)
  • Clinical network not separately named
  • LegitScript Certified, but the specific ID isn't shown
  • No PCAB accreditation claimed
  • No BBB profile found; shipped prescriptions are non-returnable and refunds take 7–10 business days

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: NewSelf

NewSelf edges out FMmeds with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for lowest-cost compounded GLP-1 with pharmacy quality transparency. FMmeds remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for flat-rate compounded GLP-1 co-formulated with vitamin B12, from $95/mo.

Choose FMmeds if…

You want flat-rate compounded GLP-1 co-formulated with vitamin B12, from $95/mo and a starting price around $undefined/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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