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Collective vs Maximus: Which Is Better?

Head-to-head comparison of Collective and Maximus 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 65.3/100), leading on trust & safety, value. Maximus comes out ahead on experience, product range.

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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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Maximus is a Santa Monica-based men's telehealth brand focused on testosterone and blood-flow (ED) protocols with published, comparison-ready pricing.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionCollectiveMaximus
Overall Score68.6/100 ✓65.3/100
Trust & Safety30%66/100 ✓62/100
Value25%90/100 ✓68/100
Experience20%70/10072/100 ✓
Product Range15%45/10065/100 ✓
Reputation10%55/10055/100

At a Glance

Founded—2020
Headquarters—Santa Monica, CA
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories14
Treatments listed36
Starting price$17/mo$49.99/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.

CategoryCollectiveMaximus
Weight Loss / GLP-1$17
Annual Membership
$199–$399
GLP-1 Weight Loss

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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Maximus

+Per-protocol prices published on the website rather than gated behind an intake form
+Strong Trustpilot rating (4.4/5, 1,072 reviews) with consistent praise for support responsiveness
+Headline pricing for testosterone and ED protocols is easy to compare side by side
−BBB rating of B- (not accredited), with 18 closed complaints in the last 3 years
−Headline monthly prices require annual billing commitment; effective cost is higher on flexible terms
−Patient reports of unexpected charges and billing errors requiring bank intervention to resolve
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Collective vs Maximus — FAQ

Is Collective better than Maximus?

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Collective scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (68.6/100 vs 65.3/100), leading on trust & safety, value. Maximus comes out ahead on experience, product range.

Is Collective or Maximus cheaper?

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Collective has the lower starting price (from $17/mo vs $49.99/mo for Maximus). 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 Maximus both offer?

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Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1. Collective covers 1 treatment category total and Maximus covers 4.

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