Hims vs Ro
Side-by-side comparison for weight loss. Both programs operate as US telehealth platforms. We earn affiliate commission from either when you book, disclosed inline on every CTA.
Hims Weight Loss, branded GLP-1 on a monthly membership
Branded GLP-1 medication with provider visits. The membership is charged on top of the medication.
Pros
- · Bundled coaching + medication in one app
- · Larger marketing budget = more provider availability
- · Free shipping, cancel anytime
Cons
- · Bundle pricing can obscure the actual medication cost
- · Less specialized than dedicated GLP-1 brands
- · Not available in Louisiana
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Ro Body, branded GLP-1 weight care program
Branded GLP-1 medication through Ro's licensed provider network. Membership and medication are billed as two separate charges.
Pros
- · Established clinical model with ongoing provider visits
- · Compounded options keep monthly cost predictable
- · FSA/HSA eligible
- · Strong reputation, large reviewer pool
Cons
- · Not the cheapest entry point in the category
- · Not available in Louisiana or Alaska
- · Compounded medication availability varies by FDA shortage status
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Which one fits you
Both Hims and Ro are legitimate weight loss programs operating in most US states. The honest answer to "which is better" is "depends." Different patients fit different programs.
- · More state coverage: Hims (49 states vs 48 states)
How we wrote this comparison
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