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Cerebral vs Kick Health: Which Is Better?

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

Our Verdict

Kick Health scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (70.8/100 vs 55/100), leading on trust & safety, experience, product range, reputation.

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Mental health telehealth platform offering therapy and medication management, rebuilding trust after a DOJ investigation.

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Kick Health is a San Francisco telehealth clinic prescribing non-controlled beta-blockers for performance and situational anxiety alongside a structured insomnia program combining medication and CBT-i coaching.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionCerebralKick Health
Overall Score55/10070.8/100
Trust & Safety30%45/10072/100
Value25%70/10070/100
Experience20%65/10078/100
Product Range15%50/10055/100
Reputation10%35/10078/100

At a Glance

Founded20202017
HeadquartersAustin, TXSan Francisco, CA
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories11
Treatments listed42
Starting price$60/mo$59/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.

CategoryCerebralKick Health
Mental Health$60–$85
Medication Only
$59–$89
Performance Beta-Blocker Program

Cerebral

+Competitive pricing for therapy + medication bundles
+Revamped clinical protocols post-investigation
+Flexible scheduling for therapy sessions
DOJ investigation severely damaged brand trust
Limited to mental health only
High therapist turnover reported by patients
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Kick Health

+Fast, simple online process for non-controlled beta-blockers (propranolol/atenolol) for performance and situational anxiety
+Structured insomnia program pairs medication options with CBT-i coaching rather than pills alone
+Strong Trustpilot rating (4.5 stars, 1,500+ reviews) with patients citing real anxiety relief
Very narrow product scope — only two programs, unsuitable for broader primary or mental health needs
Some patients report unresponsive support and refusal of refunds when disputing charges
One-time pack pricing for a single prescription is not obviously cheaper than a local urgent-care visit
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Cerebral vs Kick Health — FAQ

Is Cerebral better than Kick Health?

Kick Health scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (70.8/100 vs 55/100), leading on trust & safety, experience, product range, reputation.

Is Cerebral or Kick Health cheaper?

Kick Health has the lower starting price (from $59/mo vs $60/mo for Cerebral). Starting prices are for the cheapest treatment each offers — compare the specific treatment you need, and check what each price includes.

What do Cerebral and Kick Health both offer?

Both platforms treat Mental Health. Cerebral covers 1 treatment category total and Kick Health covers 1.

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