NewSelf vs NextMeds
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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NewSelf
Best for: lowest-cost compounded GLP-1 with pharmacy quality transparency
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NextMeds
Best for: flat-price compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide bundled with a care coach and registered dietitian
Visit NextMeds →NewSelf and NextMeds 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, NewSelf starts lower at $100/mo versus $129/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
NewSelf
All dosages same price
All dosages same price
NextMeds
Compounded Semaglutide Membership — flat, same price every dose; bundles telehealth visits, care coach, dietitian and shipping. An active promo ('starting at $100/mo', countdown timer) may lower the intro price.
Compounded Tirzepatide Membership — flat, same price every dose; bundles telehealth visits, care coach, dietitian and shipping. An active promo may lower the intro price.
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What’s included
NewSelf
What the monthly price covers
Medication
Included
Provider visits
Included
Shipping
Included
Lab work
Not disclosed
Coaching
Not disclosed
NextMeds
What the monthly price covers
Medication
Included
Provider visits
Included
Shipping
Included
Lab work
Not disclosed
Coaching
Included
Score breakdown
Both providers are scored on the same six-dimension framework. The gradient bar marks the stronger side on each dimension.
NewSelf
8.3/10
NextMeds
7.1/10
Value25%
Effectiveness25%
User Experience15%
Trust & Safety15%
Accessibility10%
Support10%
Features & Coverage
| Feature | NewSelf | NextMeds |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | ✓$100/mo | $129/mo |
| Features | 6 features | ✓8 features |
| States Available | 49 | ✓50 |
| Compounded | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Brand Name | — | — |
| FSA/HSA Accepted | — | ✓ Yes |
| FDA Warnings | None | None |
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.
Read our full NewSelf review →About NextMeds
NextMeds is a cash-pay telehealth platform offering compounded semaglutide and compounded tirzepatide on a flat monthly membership — one price bundling the medication (if prescribed), telehealth visits, a 1:1 care coach, and a licensed registered dietitian, with free shipping and no insurance. A licensed provider reviews a free online assessment (with a live video or phone consult where a state requires it) and prescribes if appropriate; medication ships from a licensed compounding pharmacy in the Next Meds network. Available in all 50 states; cancel anytime with no auto-renewal.
Read our full NextMeds review →Pros & Cons
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)
NextMeds
What we like
- Flat monthly membership bundles the medication, telehealth visits, a 1:1 care coach and a licensed registered dietitian — one price, no hidden fees
- Same price every dose, no auto-renewal, cancel anytime; free shipping and no insurance needed (FSA eligible)
- Names a compounding pharmacy partner (Foothills Pharmacy) and states it services all 50 states
- Free, no-obligation online assessment before you pay anything
Watch-outs
- Shows a LegitScript 'approval' but links only a generic directory search, not a verifiable seal — we couldn't independently confirm it
- Promo-driven pricing with a countdown timer and 'price increases' urgency; the standing membership is $129 (sema) / $179 (tirz)
- A technology platform that coordinates care, not the medical provider; individual clinicians and a medical director aren't named on the site
- Compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide only — no brand-name (Wegovy/Zepbound) options
- Compounded GLP-1s are not FDA-reviewed or approved — a different evidence and regulatory tier than brand-name
Our Verdict
NewSelf edges out NextMeds with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for lowest-cost compounded GLP-1 with pharmacy quality transparency. NextMeds remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for flat-price compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide bundled with a care coach and registered dietitian.
Choose NewSelf if…
You want lowest-cost compounded GLP-1 with pharmacy quality transparency and a starting price around $100/mo.
Choose NextMeds if…
You want flat-price compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide bundled with a care coach and registered dietitian and a starting price around $129/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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