The Protocole vs CoreAge Rx
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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The Protocole
Best for: people who want compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide alongside other peptide therapies in one place
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The Protocole 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 $99/mo versus $249/mo, and CoreAge Rx edges ahead overall (8.3 vs 7.0 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
The Protocole
One-time 4-week supply $279 with no renewal; quarterly plan $699 every 3 months (about $233 a month)
One-time 4-week supply $329 with no renewal; quarterly plan $799 every 3 months (about $266 a month)
CoreAge Rx
same price at every dose
same price at every dose
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What’s included
The Protocole
What the monthly price covers
Medication
Included
Provider visits
Included
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.
The Protocole
7.0/10
CoreAge Rx
8.3/10
Value25%
Effectiveness25%
User Experience15%
Trust & Safety15%
Accessibility10%
Support10%
Features & Coverage
| Feature | The Protocole | CoreAge Rx |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $249/mo | ✓$99/mo |
| Features | ✓7 features | 6 features |
| States Available | Not disclosed | 50 |
| Compounded | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Brand Name | — | — |
| FSA/HSA Accepted | ✓ Yes | — |
| FDA Warnings | None | None |
About The Protocole
The Protocole is a New York peptide therapy platform that also sells compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide, prescribed by clinicians at Arora Health & Aesthetics and dispensed by VialsRX. Monthly plans cost $249 for semaglutide and $299 for tirzepatide, and a single 4-week supply with no renewal costs $279 or $329. The price includes provider review and free shipping.
Read our full The Protocole review →About CoreAge Rx
CoreAge Rx offers LegitScript-certified 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
The Protocole
What we like
- Names its medical group, Arora Health & Aesthetics, and its dispensing pharmacy, VialsRX
- A one-time 4-week supply is sold with no renewal, at $279 for semaglutide or $329 for tirzepatide
- Monthly plans cost less, $249 for semaglutide and $299 for tirzepatide, with free shipping
- You get a full refund if the clinician does not approve treatment
- You can pause or cancel a monthly plan before the next billing date
- An optional 45-minute video consultation costs $85, deducted from your order if you go ahead
- FSA and HSA cards are accepted
Watch-outs
- The lower monthly plan prices appear only at checkout; the website lists the higher one-time prices
- You must create a password-protected account before the first question
- Checkout charges your card before a clinician reviews you, though the FAQ says you pay after approval
- Orders become final once clinical review or fulfillment starts, and shipping fees are not refunded
- The terms describe a membership fee and no subscriptions, which does not match the checkout
- The one-time checkout says there are no recurring charges but also shows auto-renewal wording
- Its Trustpilot profile is unclaimed and has a single review
- Disputes go to binding individual arbitration under New York law
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 The Protocole with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for best overall value. The Protocole remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for people who want compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide alongside other peptide therapies in one place.
Choose The Protocole if…
You want people who want compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide alongside other peptide therapies in one place and a starting price around $249/mo.
Choose CoreAge Rx if…
You want best overall value and a starting price around $99/mo.
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