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Luci vs NewSelf

An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers

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By Eli Marsden · Founding Editor
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Luci

7.1
★★★3.6/5

Best for: low-cost compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide, including oral pill options

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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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Luci 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, Luci starts lower at $99/mo versus $100/mo, and NewSelf 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

Luci

As low as (intro)Compounded
$99/mo
semaglutide

'As low as $99/month' (asterisked intro/lowest rate); actual monthly cost may be higher. Oral semaglutide pill kit also offered.

As low as (intro)Compounded
$145/mo
tirzepatide

'As low as $145/month' (asterisked intro/lowest rate); actual monthly cost may be higher. Oral tirzepatide pill kit also offered.

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

Luci

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.

Luci

7.1/10

Overall

NewSelf

8.3/10

Value25%

6.5A
vs
B
9.0

Effectiveness25%

8.0A
vs
B
8.0

User Experience15%

7.5A
vs
B
8.0

Trust & Safety15%

6.8A
vs
B
8.3

Accessibility10%

5.5A
vs
B
8.5

Support10%

7.4A
vs
B
7.9

Features & Coverage

FeatureLuciNewSelf
Starting Price$99/mo$100/mo
Features8 features6 features
States AvailableNot disclosed49
Compounded✓ Yes✓ Yes
Brand Name
FSA/HSA Accepted
FDA WarningsNone1 warning

About Luci

Luci is a budget-focused GLP-1 telehealth platform offering compounded medications with upfront pricing: compounded semaglutide as low as $99/month and compounded tirzepatide as low as $145/month, plus oral semaglutide and tirzepatide pill kits. Care is delivered through DrTelx, an independent US telehealth medical group, after a short questionnaire and provider review, with ongoing support. Compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide are not FDA-approved for weight loss; Luci serves only select U.S. states (the full list is not published) and the pharmacy is not named.

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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.

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Pros & Cons

Luci

What we like

  • Budget-friendly compounded GLP-1 pricing (compounded semaglutide as low as $99/month, tirzepatide as low as $145/month)
  • Multiple formats: compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide injections plus oral semaglutide and tirzepatide pill kits
  • Upfront pricing with no insurance required and a fast 3-minute questionnaire to start
  • Care delivered through DrTelx, an independent US telehealth medical group, with ongoing support and dose optimization
  • HIPAA-compliant platform with a large self-reported member base (50,000+)

Watch-outs

  • Compounded medications are not FDA-approved for weight loss (the site discloses this) — not brand Wegovy, Ozempic, Zepbound, or Mounjaro
  • Available only in select U.S. states, and the full state list is not published
  • The compounding pharmacy partner is not named
  • Headline prices are 'as low as' rates (asterisked) — your actual monthly cost may be higher
  • No LegitScript certification displayed; marketing leans heavily on testimonials

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 Luci with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for lowest-cost compounded GLP-1 with pharmacy quality transparency. Luci remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for low-cost compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide, including oral pill options.

Choose Luci if…

You want low-cost compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide, including oral pill options and a starting price around $99/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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