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Kova vs CoreAge Rx

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
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Kova

6.0
★★★☆☆3/5

Best for: a GLP-1 plan bundled with a tracking app and will pay a premium for it

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VS
CoreAge Rx logo

CoreAge Rx

8.3
★★★★4.2/5

Best for: best overall value

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Kova and CoreAge Rx 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 $299/mo, and CoreAge Rx edges ahead overall (8.3 vs 6.0 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

Kova

1-month plan, billed every 4 weeksCompounded
$449$249/mo
Save 45% right now

Standing renewal rate published in the site FAQ: 'Intro month (1st 4 weeks only): $249, renewal (every 4 weeks): $449'. Billed per 4 WEEKS, not per calendar month — 13 charges a year rather than 12. Bundle includes clinician review, medication, delivery and the companion app; there is no separate medication charge. The specific GLP-1 molecule is never named on the site.

3-month plan, billed every 12 weeksCompounded
$329$149/mo
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FAQ verbatim: 'Intro month (1st 4 weeks only): $149, renewal (every 12 weeks): $987 ($329/4 weeks)'.

6-month plan, billed every 24 weeksCompounded
$299$129/mo
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FAQ verbatim: 'Intro month (1st 4 weeks only): $129, renewal (every 24 weeks): $1794 ($299/4 weeks)'. The $129 headline used in marketing is this intro month only.

CoreAge Rx

Injectable, monthly auto-refill (flat across all dosages)Compounded
$99/mo
semaglutide

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.

Injectable, monthly auto-refill (flat across all dosages)Compounded
$149/mo
tirzepatide

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.

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What’s included

Kova

What the monthly price covers

Medication

Included

Provider visits

Included

Shipping

Included

Lab work

Not disclosed

Coaching

Not disclosed

CoreAge Rx

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.

Kova

6.0/10

Overall

CoreAge Rx

8.3/10

Value25%

4.5A
vs
B
8.5

Effectiveness25%

6.5A
vs
B
8.5

User Experience15%

7.5A
vs
B
8.5

Trust & Safety15%

6.0A
vs
B
7.8

Accessibility10%

6.0A
vs
B
8.0

Support10%

6.5A
vs
B
8.4

Features & Coverage

FeatureKovaCoreAge Rx
Starting Price$299/mo$99/mo
Features8 features6 features
States AvailableNot disclosed50
Compounded✓ Yes✓ Yes
Brand Name
FSA/HSA Accepted✓ Yes
FDA WarningsNoneNone

About Kova

Kova is a GLP-1 weight-loss program from LifeTech Apps Inc, a Delaware company, pairing compounded GLP-1 medication with a companion app that tracks weight, protein intake and side effects. Clinician review, medication and delivery are bundled into a single plan price. Standing pricing is $449 per 4 weeks on the 1-month plan, falling to $329 and $299 per 4 weeks on the 3- and 6-month plans; the advertised $129 is a first-month intro rate only.

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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 →

Pros & Cons

Kova

What we like

  • Publishes the full price ladder for all three plan terms — intro month and renewal rate — directly in its FAQ
  • Medication is included in the plan price, with no separate pharmacy charge
  • States plainly that its compounded GLP-1s are 'not FDA-approved and have not been reviewed by the FDA for safety, effectiveness, or quality'
  • Companion app tracks weight, protein and side effects, with medication schedule reminders
  • You are not charged unless a provider approves treatment
  • Names its legal entity (LifeTech Apps Inc, a Delaware corporation) in its terms

Watch-outs

  • At $449 per 4 weeks, the standing 1-month plan is among the most expensive compounded GLP-1 options we track
  • The advertised $129 is the 6-month plan's intro month only — that plan then renews at $1,794 every 24 weeks
  • Billed every 4 weeks rather than monthly, which is 13 charges a year instead of 12
  • Never names which GLP-1 molecule is dispensed — only 'compounded, non-FDA-approved GLP-1 medications'
  • No pharmacy or prescribing medical group is named anywhere on the site
  • No public list of states served — 'availability varies by state'
  • Terms impose binding arbitration and a class-action waiver; canceling stops future charges but does not guarantee a refund
  • The operator states it is not a healthcare provider or pharmacy — it routes to independent third parties

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

Our Verdict

Winner: CoreAge Rx

CoreAge Rx edges out Kova with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for best overall value. Kova remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for a GLP-1 plan bundled with a tracking app and will pay a premium for it.

Choose Kova if…

You want a GLP-1 plan bundled with a tracking app and will pay a premium for it and a starting price around $299/mo.

Choose CoreAge Rx if…

You want best overall value and a starting price around $99/mo.

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Kova vs CoreAge Rx: FAQ

CoreAge Rx is cheaper. Its lowest ongoing monthly cash price is $99/mo, compared with $299/mo for Kova. We compare standing (not first-month promo) prices so the figures reflect what you'd actually pay month to month.
CoreAge Rx scores higher overall at 8.3/10 versus 6.0/10, and is particularly strong for best overall value. That said, Kova is a better fit if you want a GLP-1 plan bundled with a tracking app and will pay a premium for it.
CoreAge Rx lists availability in 50 states, while Kova's state list is not publicly listed.
CoreAge Rx is an affiliate partner (we may earn a commission on sign-ups through our links); Kova is not. Either way, we rank providers editorially with the same scoring framework and disclose every partnership — being a partner does not buy a higher score.

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