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Curology vs Rex MD: Which Is Better?

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

Our Verdict

Rex MD scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (72.2/100 vs 69.7/100), leading on trust & safety, product range. Curology comes out ahead on value.

70

Custom-compounded prescription skincare pioneer offering personalized acne, rosacea, and anti-aging formulas via async dermatology consults.

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72
Rex MD
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Rex MD is a men's-health telehealth brand — owned by publicly traded LifeMD — covering ED, premature ejaculation, TRT, hair loss, and GLP-1 treatment.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionCurologyRex MD
Overall Score69.7/10072.2/100 ✓
Trust & Safety30%72/10078/100 ✓
Value25%70/100 ✓65/100
Experience20%68/10068/100
Product Range15%65/10078/100 ✓
Reputation10%72/10072/100

At a Glance

Founded20142019
HeadquartersSan Francisco, CANew York, NY
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories25
Treatments listed26
Starting price$30/mo$2/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.

CategoryCurologyRex MD
Hair Loss$35–$50
Hair Formula
$25–$45
Finasteride

Curology

+Largest independent compounded-Rx skincare brand, with over a decade of operating history
+Formulas are individually tailored by a licensed provider rather than a fixed SKU
+Customer support is consistently described as fast and helpful when reached
−Recurring complaints about the low-cost trial auto-converting into a full-price subscription with unclear terms
−Strict no-refund policy frustrates patients disputing charges after cancellation
−Phone support is limited; several reviewers were routed to chatbot-only assistance
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Rex MD

+Backed by LifeMD, a publicly traded parent company, giving it more financial and compliance infrastructure than an independent startup
+Strong Trustpilot rating (4.7/5, 5,259 reviews) with consistent praise for customer service staff
+Wide medication range across ED, premature ejaculation, TRT, hair loss, and GLP-1s under one account
−Recurring patient complaints about surprise auto-renewal charges not clearly disclosed at checkout
−Shipping and fulfillment issues reported, including incorrect dosing and underfilled vials
−Headline 'as low as $2/dose' pricing is a teaser rate; full pricing isn't shown until after intake
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Curology vs Rex MD — FAQ

Is Curology better than Rex MD?

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Rex MD scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (72.2/100 vs 69.7/100), leading on trust & safety, product range. Curology comes out ahead on value.

Is Curology or Rex MD cheaper?

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Rex MD has the lower starting price (from $2/mo vs $30/mo for Curology). Starting prices are for the cheapest treatment each offers — compare the specific treatment you need, and check what each price includes.

What do Curology and Rex MD both offer?

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Both platforms treat Hair Loss. Curology covers 2 treatment categories total and Rex MD covers 5.

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