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altRx vs Hims & Hers: Which Is Better?

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

Our Verdict

Hims & Hers scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (77.5/100 vs 47.6/100), leading on trust & safety, experience, product range, reputation.

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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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78
Hims & Hers
Very Good

The largest publicly traded D2C telehealth platform, offering treatments across hair loss, ED, mental health, skincare, and weight loss.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionaltRxHims & Hers
Overall Score47.6/10077.5/100 ✓
Trust & Safety30%42/10075/100 ✓
Value25%70/10070/100
Experience20%35/10085/100 ✓
Product Range15%50/10090/100 ✓
Reputation10%30/10070/100 ✓

At a Glance

Founded—2017
HeadquartersMiami, FLSan Francisco, CA
Publicly tradedNoYes (HIMS)
Treatment categories17
Treatments listed211
Starting price$89/mo$11/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.

CategoryaltRxHims & Hers
Weight Loss / GLP-1$89–$159
Compounded Semaglutide (injectable)
$149–$299
Branded Wegovy (oral/injectable)

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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Hims & Hers

+Widest treatment category coverage of any D2C telehealth brand
+Vertically integrated pharmacy keeps costs down and shipping fast
+Publicly traded with transparent financials
−Compounded GLP-1 programs being phased out after Novo Nordisk deal
−Subscription auto-renewal complaints common on Reddit
−Customer support response times vary
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altRx vs Hims & Hers — FAQ

Is altRx better than Hims & Hers?

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Hims & Hers scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (77.5/100 vs 47.6/100), leading on trust & safety, experience, product range, reputation.

Is altRx or Hims & Hers cheaper?

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Hims & Hers has the lower starting price (from $11/mo vs $89/mo for altRx). 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 Hims & Hers both offer?

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Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1. altRx covers 1 treatment category total and Hims & Hers covers 7.

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