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Cheapest GLP-1 in 2026: Verified Prices From 9 Providers, Ranked

Each price on this page comes from the provider’s own published rates, and any condition attached to it, such as a promotion, a prepaid plan or a first-month discount, is shown directly beneath it. Providers are listed from lowest price to highest.

Last updated: Oct 22, 2026

Francheska Capistrano, Medical Content Reviewer

Francheska Capistrano, RMT, MPH

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What is the cheapest GLP-1?

welludr is the cheapest GLP-1 provider we track, with compounded semaglutide at $49/month on a 12-month plan and the lowest tirzepatide price at $89/month. Without a commitment, the cheapest choice is embody at $69/$119 month to month, shipped in 1-2 days. DirectMeds charges one flat $147/month at every dose for either drug, as injections or needle-free drops. For comparison, brand-name Ozempic and Zepbound are listed at $1,149-$1,599/month.

Browse the lowest-priced GLP-1 plans

Each plan from lowest price to highest, with any promotion terms shown under the price.

How do GLP-1 prices compare across 9 providers?

The 2026 GLP-1 price index ranks nine providers by published semaglutide price. Every Trustpilot figure shown is genuine, and when a provider has no public rating we note that rather than fill the gap.

1welludrCheapest

Lowest ongoing price in this index, with one price at every dose

Ships in 3-5 business days · 4.6 on Trustpilot (2,188 reviews)

Semaglutide

$49/mo

12-month plan; locked for life

Tirzepatide

$89/mo

shipped every 4 weeks

Lowest price without a contract: month-to-month billing and 1-2 day shipping

Ships in 1-2 days, cold-chain · 3.8 on Trustpilot (9,604 reviews)

Semaglutide

$69/mo

reg. $79; month-to-month

Tirzepatide

$119/mo

reg. $129; month-to-month

One price at every dose, and brand-name medications sold alongside compounded

Free shipping in 5-7 days · No Trustpilot rating listed

Semaglutide

$89/mo

reg. $199; flat at every dose

Tirzepatide

$149/mo

reg. $299; flat at every dose

Visits, a dietician and coaching are all included in the monthly price

Free shipping · 4.3 on Trustpilot (14,987 reviews)

Semaglutide

$99/mo

promo; reg. $199 - all-inclusive

Tirzepatide

$166/mo

promo; reg. $299

A full year paid up front, delivered overnight in cold-chain packaging

Overnight cold-chain shipping · No Trustpilot rating listed

Semaglutide

$99/mo

12-mo prepaid - $1,188 at checkout

Tirzepatide

from $179/mo

per month

Semaglutide and tirzepatide cost the same, as injections or oral drops

Free 1-2 day shipping · 4.6 on Trustpilot (16,390 reviews)

Semaglutide

$147/mo

flat at every dose

Tirzepatide

$147/mo

flat at every dose

Compounded GLP-1 plans, with brand-name Wegovy also available

Prescription shipped within 2 days · 4.1 on Trustpilot (188 reviews)

Semaglutide

$149/mo

starting price

Tirzepatide

$199/mo

starting price

Dosing tailored to you, plus unlimited check-ins with a provider

Free tracked delivery, often next-day · 3.8 on Trustpilot (5,392 reviews)

Semaglutide

$149/mo

same price at every dose; $140 discount applied

Tirzepatide

$259/mo

per month

Coaching built in, backed by a money-back guarantee if you lose under 5% in 120 days

Home delivery included · 4.6 on Trustpilot (1,134 reviews)

Semaglutide

$199/mo

20% off month one

Tirzepatide

$299/mo

20% off month one

Our 2 favorite GLP-1 providers

The two providers our editors recommend first, with the same checked prices and scores used in our full ranking.

Our Most Popular
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embody logo

Exceptional

9.8out of 10

Semaglutide from $69/mo, delivered in 1-2 days

Refund if not approvedFree expedited shipping

Treatments offered

Compounded semaglutide injection (GLP-1) · Compounded tirzepatide injection (GLP-1 + GIP) · Online doctor review and prescription · Dose changes through the patient portal

Starting price

$79$69/month

*Compounded medications are not FDA-approved.

  • Semaglutide $69/mo; tirzepatide $119/mo
  • 5-minute questionnaire; doctor review usually within 24 hours
  • Free 1-2 day shipping: cold-packed, tracked and insured
  • No insurance, no clinic visits, cancel anytime

from $69/month

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3.8Trustpilot(9,604)

embody prescribes compounded semaglutide at $69/mo and tirzepatide at $119/mo online, ships in 1-2 days, and requires no insurance. Trustpilot: 3.8 from 9,604 reviews.

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altRx logo

Exceptional

9.7out of 10

Low-cost GLP-1 care: semaglutide from $89/mo

Clear, flat pricingNo insurance needed

Treatments offered

Compounded semaglutide injection (GLP-1) · Compounded tirzepatide injection (GLP-1 + GIP) · Brand-name Ozempic, Zepbound and Wegovy · Once-weekly injection schedule

Starting price

$199$89/month

*Compounded medications are not FDA-approved.

  • Semaglutide from $89/mo; tirzepatide from $149/mo
  • Brand-name Ozempic, Zepbound and Wegovy available
  • Reviewed by a physician, PA or nurse practitioner
  • Free shipping, arriving in about 5-7 days

from $89/month

altRx sells compounded semaglutide from $89/month and tirzepatide from $149/month at a flat price per dose, plus brand-name Ozempic, Zepbound and Wegovy. Self-pay, no insurance needed.

Read full altRx review

How much does a full year of semaglutide cost?

A year of compounded semaglutide costs between $588 and $2,348 across these providers, compared with $13,788 for a year of brand-name Ozempic at altRx’s $1,149/month. The monthly headline can mislead, because first-month promotions end and prepaid plans charge up front, so the table applies each published condition exactly.

ProviderHow the year adds up12-month totalSavings vs brand Ozempic
welludr12 months at the $49 plan rate$588$13,200
embody12 months at the $69 promo ($948 at the $79 regular price)$828$12,960
altRx12 months at $89, same at every dose$1,068$12,720
Medvi12 months at the $99 promo (regular $199), all-inclusive$1,188$12,600
HealthRx$1,188 paid up front at checkout (works out to $99/mo)$1,188$12,600
DirectMeds12 months at $147, same at every dose$1,764$12,024
Sprout12 months at the $149 starting price (first-month offer not applied)$1,788$12,000
TrimRx12 months at $149, one price for every dose$1,788$12,000
SHED$159 for month one (20% off), then 11 months at $199$2,348$11,440

These totals assume today’s published prices stay the same for 12 months and that promotions apply exactly as stated (SHED’s 20% discount covers month one only, and embody’s $69 is a promotional price against a $79 regular rate). Savings are measured against the lowest brand Ozempic price our providers list ($1,149/month at altRx; welludr lists it at $1,399). Plans include different extras, for example Medvi and SHED add coaching that others do not, so the lowest total is not always the best match. For a dated, citable version of these numbers with a full change log, see our GLP-1 price index.

Is tirzepatide worth paying more for than semaglutide?

At most providers, tirzepatide runs $40-$110/month above semaglutide. Whether the extra cost makes sense is a medical decision, so the published trial evidence and prices are laid out below for comparison.

SemaglutideTirzepatide
How it worksActivates the GLP-1 receptorActivates both the GIP and GLP-1 receptors
Brand versionsOzempic and Wegovy (injections), Rybelsus (pill)Mounjaro, Zepbound
Main trial result~15% average body weight loss after 68 weeks (STEP 1, 2.4 mg)~21% average body weight loss after 72 weeks (SURMOUNT-1, 15 mg)
How oftenWeekly injectionWeekly injection
Lowest compounded price$49/mo (welludr, 12-month plan)$89/mo (welludr)
Lowest month-to-month price$69/mo (embody)$119/mo (embody)
One price for either drug$147/mo flat (DirectMeds, injections or drops)$147/mo flat (DirectMeds)

Trial results come from the STEP 1 (NEJM, 2021) and SURMOUNT-1 (NEJM, 2022) studies listed in the sources below. They are averages at the highest doses tested and do not promise any individual result. Your prescribing clinician decides which medication suits you.

Taking brand-name Ozempic, Wegovy or Zepbound now?

Moving from a brand-name GLP-1 to a compounded version of the same active ingredient usually saves $1,000+ a month. Our step-by-step guide explains how switching works and what to confirm before you change.

How to switch from Ozempic

Questions about the cheapest GLP-1 options

What is the cheapest GLP-1 in 2026?

welludr is the cheapest GLP-1 program we track, charging $49/month for compounded semaglutide on a 12-month plan, with the same price at every dose. embody is the cheapest option without a commitment, at $69/month billed month to month. Every price on this page is the provider's own published rate, shown with its conditions.

Where can I get the cheapest tirzepatide?

welludr has the lowest published tirzepatide price we track, with compounded tirzepatide from $89/month. For month-to-month billing, embody is cheapest at $119/month ($129 regular). DirectMeds charges a flat $147/month for semaglutide or tirzepatide, and that price also covers its needle-free sublingual drops.

Why do these GLP-1 programs cost so much less than Ozempic?

Brand-name Ozempic, Wegovy and Zepbound are listed at roughly $1,149-$1,599/month on our providers' own brand menus. The programs ranked here prescribe compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide, which use the same active ingredients, are made by state-licensed compounding pharmacies and are sold for a flat cash price each month. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved, so the provider's pharmacy standards, such as LegitScript certification and licensed 503A pharmacies, matter as much as the price.

Do I need insurance to get a cheap GLP-1?

No. Every program on this page is cash-pay, and the monthly price already includes the consultation and the prescription. You do not need insurance or prior authorization. Some providers, including Medvi and SHED, are HSA/FSA approved, so you can use pre-tax health funds.

What is the catch with the lowest GLP-1 prices?

The trade-offs are commitment and shipping speed. welludr's $49/month rate requires a 12-month plan, and HealthRx's $99/month is a 12-month prepaid plan that charges $1,188 at checkout. Paying month to month costs a little more (embody at $69/$119), and altRx at $89 ships in about 5-7 days compared with 1-2 days at embody and DirectMeds. We list every known condition under each price above.

Are cheap compounded GLP-1s safe?

Safety depends on the pharmacy and the clinical process, not on the price. Every provider in this index requires a medical intake that a licensed clinician reviews, and our top-ranked providers use state-licensed 503A compounding pharmacies (embody and HealthRx are LegitScript-certified). Compounded medications are not FDA-approved, so steer clear of any site that skips the medical review or will not say which pharmacy standards it follows. Ask a licensed clinician whether GLP-1 treatment is right for you.

More comparisons: Ozempic alternatives · GLP-1 pills vs injections · embody vs welludr · every provider review

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References and clinical sources

The medication facts on this page rest on FDA guidance and peer-reviewed clinical trials, while prices and plan terms come from what each provider publishes. Use this page as general information, not medical advice, and speak with a licensed clinician before you start any weight loss treatment.

  1. 1.Once-Weekly Semaglutide in Adults with Overweight or Obesity (STEP 1 trial) - New England Journal of Medicine, 2021
  2. 2.Tirzepatide Once Weekly for the Treatment of Obesity (SURMOUNT-1 trial) - New England Journal of Medicine, 2022
  3. 3.FDA Approves New Drug Treatment for Chronic Weight Management (semaglutide / Wegovy) - U.S. Food & Drug Administration, 2021
  4. 4.FDA Approves New Medication for Chronic Weight Management (tirzepatide / Zepbound) - U.S. Food & Drug Administration, 2023
  5. 5.FDA's Concerns with Unapproved GLP-1 Drugs Used for Weight Loss - U.S. Food & Drug Administration
  6. 6.Human Drug Compounding (503A pharmacy standards) - U.S. Food & Drug Administration
  7. 7.Semaglutide Injection - drug information - MedlinePlus, U.S. National Library of Medicine (NIH)

Prices reflect each provider’s published cash rates as of our last update and may change, so check the provider’s website for current pricing. Compounded medications are not FDA-approved. topweightloss.us does not provide medical care, and this page is informational only, not medical advice.