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Collective vs MEDVi: Which Is Better?

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

Our Verdict

MEDVi scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (70.5/100 vs 68.6/100), leading on trust & safety, product range, reputation. Collective comes out ahead on value, experience. Collective has the lower entry price (from $17/mo vs $114/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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MEDVi
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Direct-to-consumer telehealth platform selling compounded GLP-1 weight-loss medications and a compounded sublingual ED product, backed by a 40-year pharmacy partner.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionCollectiveMEDVi
Overall Score68.6/10070.5/100 ✓
Trust & Safety30%66/10073/100 ✓
Value25%90/100 ✓74/100
Experience20%70/100 ✓68/100
Product Range15%45/10065/100 ✓
Reputation10%55/10067/100 ✓

At a Glance

Founded—2023
Headquarters—Newark, DE
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories13
Treatments listed35
Starting price$17/mo$114/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.

CategoryCollectiveMEDVi
Weight Loss / GLP-1$17
Annual Membership
$179–$299
Compounded Semaglutide (Injectable)

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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MEDVi

+Competitive GLP-1 intro pricing at $179/mo for semaglutide
+No long-term contract — month-to-month with no commitment required
+Established pharmacy partner (Belmar Pharma, 40+ years in operation)
−Significant price jump after month 1: semaglutide goes from $179 to $299 (67% increase)
−Difficult cancellation and refund process — 72-hour window, reports of 50+ contact attempts
−Trustpilot rating may be inflated by invited reviews; ConsumerAffairs paints much more negative picture
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Collective vs MEDVi — FAQ

Is Collective better than MEDVi?

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MEDVi scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (70.5/100 vs 68.6/100), leading on trust & safety, product range, reputation. Collective comes out ahead on value, experience. Collective has the lower entry price (from $17/mo vs $114/mo), so the better value depends on which treatment you need.

Is Collective or MEDVi cheaper?

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Collective has the lower starting price (from $17/mo vs $114/mo for MEDVi). 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 MEDVi both offer?

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Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1. Collective covers 1 treatment category total and MEDVi covers 3.

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