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Collective vs Fay: Which Is Better?

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

Our Verdict

Collective scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (68.6/100 vs 61.9/100), leading on value, experience, product range. Fay comes out ahead on reputation. Fay has the lower entry price (from $0/mo vs $17/mo), so the better value depends on which treatment you need.

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Collective is a new GLP-1 weight-loss service from Thrive Market founder Gunnar Lovelace. It sells compounded semaglutide at $59/mo and tirzepatide at $69/mo at every dose, plus a $199 annual membership.

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Insurance-billed marketplace for virtual registered-dietitian care (weight management, diabetes, GLP-1 support, PCOS); it does not prescribe medication.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionCollectiveFay
Overall Score68.6/100 ✓61.9/100
Trust & Safety30%66/10066/100
Value25%90/100 ✓70/100
Experience20%70/100 ✓62/100
Product Range15%45/100 ✓40/100
Reputation10%55/10062/100 ✓

At a Glance

Founded—2022
Headquarters—Schaumburg, IL
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories12
Treatments listed31
Starting price$17/mo$0/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.

CategoryCollectiveFay
Weight Loss / GLP-1$17
Annual Membership
Free–$150
Registered Dietitian Sessions

Collective

+Lowest all-in compounded GLP-1 pricing we track: $59/mo semaglutide or $69/mo tirzepatide plus $199/yr membership (about $76–86/mo)
+Flat pricing at every dose, so the monthly cost does not climb during titration
+Membership includes unlimited physician messaging, quarterly dose reviews and registered-dietitian access
−Dispensing pharmacies, medical group and headquarters are not disclosed. The site only says 'state-licensed US pharmacies'
−Very short track record: 38 Trustpilot reviews and no independent press coverage beyond the founder's profile
−GLP-1 weight loss only, with no branded Wegovy/Zepbound option for patients who want FDA-approved product
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Fay

+Registered dietitians only, in-network with 700+ plans; many members pay $0 per session
+Pre-booking price estimator based on the member's insurance benefits
+Large clinician bench (3,400+ RDs) covering 30+ specialties including diabetes, PCOS and GLP-1 nutrition support
−No prescribers: Fay cannot prescribe or supply GLP-1s or any other medication
−Insurance estimates are unreliable per reviewers, with '$0 copay' visits later billed at $230 up to $1,400
−Reports of unexpected recurring charges and charges continuing after cancellation
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Collective vs Fay — FAQ

Is Collective better than Fay?

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Collective scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (68.6/100 vs 61.9/100), leading on value, experience, product range. Fay comes out ahead on reputation. Fay has the lower entry price (from $0/mo vs $17/mo), so the better value depends on which treatment you need.

Is Collective or Fay cheaper?

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Fay has the lower starting price (from $0/mo vs $17/mo for Collective). Starting prices are for the cheapest treatment each offers — compare the specific treatment you need, and check what each price includes.

What do Collective and Fay both offer?

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Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1. Collective covers 1 treatment category total and Fay covers 2.

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