MadeMed vs TMates
In our scoring, MadeMed edges ahead overall (7.4 vs 6.9 out of 10), and MadeMed costs less for compounded semaglutide (about $120 a year less).
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Key differences
- Price
- MadeMed $239/mo vs TMates $249/mo for compounded semaglutide (standing prices, no prepay or separate membership listed · about $120 a year less with MadeMed)
- Coverage
- TMates 50 states (MadeMed doesn't publish a state list)
- Included
- MadeMed: not stated; TMates: medication, clinician visits, shipping, coaching
MadeMed
Affiliate partnerBest for compounded GLP-1 in both injection and oral forms
semaglutide
$239
Our score 7.4/10
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.
MadeMed
TMates
Price
Semaglutide / month
Better on this row: $239/mo
$249/mo
Semaglutide / year (modeled)
Better on this row: $2,868
$2,988
Tirzepatide / month
$399/mo
Better on this row: $297/mo
Tirzepatide / year (modeled)
$4,788
Better on this row: $3,564
Oral semaglutide / month
$219/mo
Not listed
Oral tirzepatide / month
$299/mo
Not listed
Coverage
State availability
List not published
50 states
Oral option listed
Yes
Not listed
Included in the price
Not disclosed
Medication, clinician visits, shipping, coaching
Terms & safety
Price shown
Before intake
Before intake
Lab work
Not required
Not disclosed
Video visit
Not required
Not disclosed
Cancel anytime
Not disclosed
Yes
Minimum commitment
Not disclosed
None
FDA warning letters
None on record
None on record
Provider facts checked
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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 MadeMed if…
- About $120 a year less than TMates for compounded semaglutide at standing prices
- Lists oral compounded semaglutide and oral compounded tirzepatide, which TMates doesn't price
- LegitScript certification badge on the homepage
What to weigh up
- No published state list; confirm yours at signup
- Pricing not shown publicly — gated behind product pages or checkout
Choose TMates if…
- Publishes its full state list (50 states)
- 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 $120 a year more than MadeMed for compounded semaglutide
- 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.
MadeMed
7.4/10
TMates
6.9/10
Value25%
Effectiveness25%
User Experience15%
Trust & Safety15%
Accessibility10%
Support10%
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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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