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Collective vs Sesame Care: Which Is Better?

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

Our Verdict

Sesame Care scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (74/100 vs 68.6/100), leading on trust & safety, product range, reputation. Collective comes out ahead on value.

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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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Pay-per-visit marketplace connecting patients with licensed providers — no subscriptions, transparent per-visit pricing.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionCollectiveSesame Care
Overall Score68.6/10074/100 ✓
Trust & Safety30%66/10075/100 ✓
Value25%90/100 ✓80/100
Experience20%70/10070/100
Product Range15%45/10070/100 ✓
Reputation10%55/10070/100 ✓

At a Glance

Founded—2019
Headquarters—New York, NY
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories16
Treatments listed37
Starting price$17/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.

CategoryCollectiveSesame Care
Weight Loss / GLP-1$17
Annual Membership
$59–$99
Weight Loss Program (subscription)

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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Sesame Care

+No subscription required — pay-per-visit model
+Transparent pricing shown before booking
+Wide range of specialties available
−No integrated pharmacy
−Less continuity of care than subscriptions
−Provider quality varies in marketplace model
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Collective vs Sesame Care — FAQ

Is Collective better than Sesame Care?

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Sesame Care scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (74/100 vs 68.6/100), leading on trust & safety, product range, reputation. Collective comes out ahead on value.

Is Collective or Sesame Care cheaper?

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Sesame Care has the lower starting price (from $11/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 Sesame Care both offer?

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Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1. Collective covers 1 treatment category total and Sesame Care covers 6.

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