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LeanDose 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
LeanDose logo

LeanDose

7.5
★★★★☆3.8/5

Best for: Doctor-supervised compounded GLP-1 with transparent all-inclusive pricing

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VS
CoreAge Rx logo

CoreAge Rx

8.3
★★★★☆4.2/5

Best for: best overall value

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LeanDose 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 $159/mo, and CoreAge Rx edges ahead overall (8.3 vs 7.5 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

LeanDose

First monthCompounded
$159/mo
semaglutide

Transparent first-month all-inclusive pricing from $159; ongoing monthly cost may differ. FDA-registered compounding pharmacy.

First monthCompounded
$279/mo
tirzepatide

Transparent first-month all-inclusive pricing from $279; ongoing monthly cost may differ.

CoreAge Rx

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

same price at every dose

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

same price at every dose

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What’s included

LeanDose

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.

LeanDose

7.5/10

Overall

CoreAge Rx

8.3/10

Value25%

6.5A
vs
B
8.5

Effectiveness25%

8.0A
vs
B
8.5

User Experience15%

8.5A
vs
B
8.5

Trust & Safety15%

7.8A
vs
B
7.8

Accessibility10%

6.5A
vs
B
8.0

Support10%

7.9A
vs
B
8.4

Features & Coverage

FeatureLeanDoseCoreAge Rx
Starting Price$159/mo✓$99/mo
Features✓8 features6 features
States AvailableNot disclosed50
Compounded✓ Yes✓ Yes
Brand Name——
FSA/HSA Accepted——
FDA WarningsNoneNone

About LeanDose

LeanDose is a doctor-guided compounded GLP-1 telehealth service for eligible adults, with transparent all-inclusive first-month pricing: compounded semaglutide from $159 and tirzepatide from $279. Treatment is doctor-prescribed and supervised, with personalized care plans, multi-state clinical support, and at-home delivery from an FDA-registered compounding pharmacy. It carries verifiable LegitScript certification and 119 five-star reviews. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved; ongoing pricing may differ from the first-month rate and the pharmacy is unnamed.

Read our full LeanDose review →

About CoreAge Rx

CoreAge Rx offers LegitScript-certified 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

LeanDose

What we like

  • Transparent all-inclusive first-month pricing (compounded semaglutide from $159, tirzepatide from $279)
  • Verifiable LegitScript certification (seal ID 49840868) and an FDA-registered compounding pharmacy
  • Doctor-prescribed and supervised, with personalized care plans and multi-state clinical support
  • Convenient at-home delivery; compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide options
  • Honest, modest social proof — 119 five-star patient reviews

Watch-outs

  • Compounded medications are not FDA-approved — not brand Wegovy, Ozempic, Zepbound, or Mounjaro
  • Headline rates are first-month pricing; your ongoing monthly cost may be higher
  • Available in multiple states but the full list is not published on the homepage
  • The compounding pharmacy is FDA-registered but not named

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 LeanDose with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for best overall value. LeanDose remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for Doctor-supervised compounded GLP-1 with transparent all-inclusive pricing.

Choose LeanDose if…

You want Doctor-supervised compounded GLP-1 with transparent all-inclusive pricing and a starting price around $159/mo.

Choose CoreAge Rx if…

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

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LeanDose vs CoreAge Rx: FAQ

CoreAge Rx is cheaper. Its lowest ongoing monthly cash price is $99/mo, compared with $159/mo for LeanDose. 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 7.5/10, and is particularly strong for best overall value. That said, LeanDose is a better fit if you want Doctor-supervised compounded GLP-1 with transparent all-inclusive pricing.
CoreAge Rx lists availability in 50 states, while LeanDose's state list is not publicly listed.
CoreAge Rx is an affiliate partner (we may earn a commission on sign-ups through our links); LeanDose 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.
For Semaglutide, CoreAge Rx is cheaper at $99/mo versus $159/mo at LeanDose.

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