VirtualCare2Go vs NewSelf
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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VirtualCare2Go
Best for: Same-day compounded semaglutide (injection or oral tablet) with nationwide shipping
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NewSelf
Best for: lowest-cost compounded GLP-1 with pharmacy quality transparency
Visit NewSelf →VirtualCare2Go 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, NewSelf starts lower at $100/mo versus $279/mo, and NewSelf edges ahead overall (8.3 vs 6.8 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
VirtualCare2Go
Tirzepatide injection $629 1-month all-inclusive (consult+shipping+med)
NewSelf
All dosages same price
All dosages same price
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What’s included
VirtualCare2Go
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.
VirtualCare2Go
6.8/10
NewSelf
8.3/10
Value25%
Effectiveness25%
User Experience15%
Trust & Safety15%
Accessibility10%
Support10%
Features & Coverage
| Feature | VirtualCare2Go | NewSelf |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $279/mo | ✓$100/mo |
| Features | 6 features | 6 features |
| States Available | ✓50 | 49 |
| Compounded | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Brand Name | — | — |
| FSA/HSA Accepted | — | — |
| FDA Warnings | None | None |
About VirtualCare2Go
VirtualCare2Go is a US telehealth provider offering compounded GLP-1 weight-loss medication with same-day visits and national shipping. Compounded semaglutide starts at $279/month and oral semaglutide tablets at $599/month, with all-inclusive injection programs around $629/month. Care is fully online; a public state list is not enumerated on the site.
Read our full VirtualCare2Go review →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 →Pros & Cons
VirtualCare2Go
What we like
- Compounded semaglutide from $279/month with same-day telehealth visits
- Oral semaglutide tablet option available
- Ships nationally direct to your door
Watch-outs
- Compounded GLP-1s are not FDA-approved finished products
- Pricing is on the higher side for compounded semaglutide
- Public state list is not enumerated
- Cash-pay only
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
NewSelf edges out VirtualCare2Go with a higher overall score of 8.3/10 and is particularly strong for lowest-cost compounded GLP-1 with pharmacy quality transparency. VirtualCare2Go remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for Same-day compounded semaglutide (injection or oral tablet) with nationwide shipping.
Choose VirtualCare2Go if…
You want Same-day compounded semaglutide (injection or oral tablet) with nationwide shipping and a starting price around $279/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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- 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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