Gala vs TMates
In our scoring, Gala edges ahead overall (8.2 vs 6.9 out of 10), and Gala costs less for compounded tirzepatide (about $1,776 a year less).
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Key differences
- Price
- Gala $149/mo vs TMates $297/mo for compounded tirzepatide (standing prices, no prepay or separate membership listed · about $1,776 a year less with Gala)
- Coverage
- Both serve the same 50 states
- Included
- Gala: medication, clinician visits, shipping; TMates: medication, clinician visits, shipping, coaching
Gala
Affiliate partnerBest for compounded GLP-1/GIP combo on a yearly plan with free shipping
tirzepatide
$149
Our score 8.2/10
TMates
Affiliate partnerBest for nationwide compounded GLP-1 availability including Puerto Rico
semaglutide
$249
Our score 6.9/10
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Costs & coverage
Published prices with their terms attached. Yearly figures are modeled from the standing price and billing cadence. A check mark marks the better side, on like-for-like rows only.
Gala
TMates
Price
Tirzepatide / month
Better on this row: $149/mo
$297/mo
Tirzepatide / year (modeled)
Better on this row: $1,788
$3,564
Semaglutide / month
Not listed
$249/mo
Brand Wegovy / Ozempic / month
$1,299/mo
Not listed
Coverage
State availability
50 states
50 states
Brand-name access listed
Wegovy / Ozempic
Not listed
Included in the price
Medication, clinician visits, shipping
Medication, clinician visits, shipping, coaching
Terms & safety
Price shown
Before intake
Before intake
Cancel anytime
Not disclosed
Yes
Minimum commitment
Not disclosed
None
FDA warning letters
None on record
None on record
Provider facts checked
August 2026
August 2026
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Which fits your priorities?
Only the points where these two differ, from the table above and each provider’s record.
Choose Gala if…
- About $1,776 a year less than TMates for compounded tirzepatide at standing prices
- Lists brand-name Wegovy / Ozempic, which TMates doesn't price
- Brand-name Ozempic available alongside compounded options
What to weigh up
- $179/mo requires a yearly subscription — the standalone monthly price isn't published
- Brand-name Ozempic at $1,299/mo is higher than peers (e.g., Found at $1,100/mo)
Choose TMates if…
- Lists compounded semaglutide, which Gala doesn't price
- All-inclusive monthly price covers medication, consults, nutrition coaching, and 24/7 support — no separate membership fee
- Fast stated turnaround — 2–3 days from intake to delivery
What to weigh up
- About $1,776 a year more than Gala for compounded tirzepatide
- No third-party pharmacy accreditation (no LegitScript, PCAB, ACHC, or NABP)
Explore the scoring factors
Both providers are scored on the same six-dimension framework. The gradient bar marks the stronger side on each dimension.
Gala
8.2/10
TMates
6.9/10
Value25%
Effectiveness25%
User Experience15%
Trust & Safety15%
Accessibility10%
Support10%
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Gala vs TMates: FAQ
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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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