LifeMD vs CoreAge Rx
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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LifeMD 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, both start around $149/mo, and CoreAge Rx edges ahead overall (8.3 vs 7.1 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
LifeMD
First month $75, then $149/mo. Brand medication billed separately, or $0-$25/mo copay with commercial insurance.
Medication only; plus the $149/mo program fee.
Medication only (starting); plus the program fee. As low as $0-$25/mo with insurance.
Medication only; plus the $149/mo program fee.
CoreAge Rx
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What’s included
LifeMD
What the monthly price covers
Medication
Billed separately
Provider visits
Included
Shipping
Not disclosed
Lab work
Included
Coaching
Included
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.
LifeMD
7.1/10
CoreAge Rx
8.3/10
Value25%
Effectiveness25%
User Experience15%
Trust & Safety15%
Accessibility10%
Support10%
Features & Coverage
| Feature | LifeMD | CoreAge Rx |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $149/mo | $149/mo |
| Features | 0 features | ✓6 features |
| States Available | 50 | 50 |
| Compounded | — | ✓ Yes |
| Brand Name | ✓ Yes | — |
| FSA/HSA Accepted | — | — |
| FDA Warnings | None | None |
About LifeMD
Publicly traded telehealth provider offering brand-name GLP-1 medications only.
Read our full LifeMD review →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
LifeMD
What we like
- Telehealth convenience
- Physician-supervised program
Watch-outs
- Brand-name GLP-1 only — no lower-cost compounded option
- Monthly program & provider fee ($149/mo, $75 first month) is separate from medication cost
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
CoreAge Rx edges out LifeMD with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for best overall value. LifeMD remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for non-GLP-1 weight management.
Choose LifeMD if…
You want non-GLP-1 weight management and a starting price around $149/mo.
Choose CoreAge Rx if…
You want best overall value and a starting price around $149/mo.
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Key terms, explained
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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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