Maximus vs CoreAge Rx
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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Maximus
Best for: men seeking compounded GLP-1 alongside testosterone optimization
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Maximus 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 $149/mo versus $199.99/mo, and Maximus is the option we'd start with for most patients. Below we break down pricing, what each plan covers, the six-dimension score, pros and cons, and exactly who should pick which.
Pricing
Maximus
4-Month plan $199/mo; 12-Month plan $150/mo ('BEST VALUE... Save $100'); homepage teaser 'GLP-1 Starting at $149.99'; /weight-loss hub also shows 'Starting at $116 /28-day supply' (teaser, unreconciled with product page)
4-Month plan $299/mo; 12-Month plan $240/mo; product page 'Personalized doses from $198 /mo' and hub 'Starting at $198 /28-day supply'; homepage teaser 'GLP-1 + GIP Starting at $249.99'
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NEW brand-name option; on-label tirzepatide
CoreAge Rx
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What’s included
Maximus
What the monthly price covers
Medication
Included
Provider visits
Not disclosed
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.
Maximus
7.6/10
CoreAge Rx
8.3/10
Value25%
Effectiveness25%
User Experience15%
Trust & Safety15%
Accessibility10%
Support10%
Features & Coverage
| Feature | Maximus | CoreAge Rx |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $199.99/mo | ✓$149/mo |
| Features | 5 features | ✓6 features |
| States Available | ✓51 | 50 |
| Compounded | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Brand Name | — | — |
| FSA/HSA Accepted | — | — |
| FDA Warnings | None | None |
About Maximus
Maximus is a men's health platform offering compounded semaglutide (from $149.99/mo with a 12-month plan) and compounded tirzepatide alongside testosterone replacement therapy and longevity treatments. Available in all 50 states + DC. Microdose protocol available for patients with less weight to lose.
Read our full Maximus 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
Maximus
What we like
- All 50 states + DC coverage
- Microdose GLP-1 protocol for patients with less weight to lose
- Established men's health brand
- Semaglutide from $149.99/mo and tirzepatide from $249.99/mo on 12-month plans, flat-rate across all dose tiers ($249.99/$359.99 month-to-month)
Watch-outs
- No LegitScript or PCAB certification found
- BBB F rating reported by third-party reviewers — complaints about unfulfilled prescriptions
- Men's health platform — TRT is the core product, GLP-1 is secondary
- Compounded only — no brand-name options
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
Maximus is our recommended choice here, particularly for men seeking compounded GLP-1 alongside testosterone optimization. CoreAge Rx is a solid alternative, especially if you want best overall value — compare the six-dimension breakdown and pricing below to weigh them for your situation.
Choose Maximus if…
You want men seeking compounded GLP-1 alongside testosterone optimization and a starting price around $199.99/mo.
Choose CoreAge Rx if…
You want best overall value and a starting price around $149/mo.
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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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