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altRx vs Fridays: Which Is Better?

Head-to-head comparison of altRx and Fridays based on our independent scoring across trust, value, experience, product range, and reputation — plus real pricing for the treatments they both offer.

Our Verdict

Fridays scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (55.3/100 vs 47.6/100), leading on trust & safety, value, experience, reputation. altRx comes out ahead on product range. altRx has the lower entry price (from $89/mo vs $98/mo), so the better value depends on which treatment you need.

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altRx
Below Average

altRx is a Miami-operated, GLP-1-only telehealth brand advertising compounded semaglutide from $89/mo and tirzepatide from $149/mo with no separate membership fee.

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Bootstrapped GLP-1 weight-management clinic offering compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide with bundled dietitian, fitness, and mental health coaching.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionaltRxFridays
Overall Score47.6/10055.3/100 ✓
Trust & Safety30%42/10055/100 ✓
Value25%70/10075/100 ✓
Experience20%35/10050/100 ✓
Product Range15%50/100 ✓30/100
Reputation10%30/10055/100 ✓

At a Glance

Founded—2023
HeadquartersMiami, FLIrvine, CA
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories11
Treatments listed25
Starting price$89/mo$98/mo

Pricing Where They Compete

Prices shown are based on our most recent research and may not reflect current pricing. Telehealth providers update their pricing frequently. Always verify pricing directly with the provider before purchasing.

CategoryaltRxFridays
Weight Loss / GLP-1$89–$159
Compounded Semaglutide (injectable)
$98
Branded Wegovy (Pill or Pen)

altRx

+Advertised compounded GLP-1 pricing ($89/mo semaglutide, $149/mo tirzepatide) is near the bottom of the market, with no separate membership fee
+Names its four fulfilling pharmacies (RedRock, Health Warehouse, Precision Medicine, Triad Rx) on its site
+Offers branded Wegovy, Zepbound and Ozempic prescriptions alongside compounded options
−Received an FDA warning letter (June 8, 2026) over labeling that misidentified the compounder and 'clinically proven' claims implying FDA approval
−Roughly 73-78% of Trustpilot reviews are one-star, citing undelivered refills, refused refunds, and unanswered phones and email
−Trustpilot has removed reviews on its profile for guideline breaches
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Fridays

+Comprehensive all-inclusive pricing: labs, unlimited visits, dietitian, mental health support, and fitness app bundled
+Competitive compounded GLP-1 pricing starting at $150/mo on annual plan
+Unique insurance concierge handles prior authorizations for brand-name GLP-1s
−BBB 'F' rating — failed to respond to 9 out of 11 complaints
−Reports of ineffective compounded semaglutide; one customer received medication from pharmacy with health violations
−Billing problems: duplicate charges (one customer charged 6 times), difficulty canceling
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altRx vs Fridays — FAQ

Is altRx better than Fridays?

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Fridays scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (55.3/100 vs 47.6/100), leading on trust & safety, value, experience, reputation. altRx comes out ahead on product range. altRx has the lower entry price (from $89/mo vs $98/mo), so the better value depends on which treatment you need.

Is altRx or Fridays cheaper?

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altRx has the lower starting price (from $89/mo vs $98/mo for Fridays). Starting prices are for the cheapest treatment each offers — compare the specific treatment you need, and check what each price includes.

What do altRx and Fridays both offer?

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Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1. altRx covers 1 treatment category total and Fridays covers 1.

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