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Curology vs TeleDirectMD: Which Is Better?

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

Our Verdict

Curology scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (69.7/100 vs 66.5/100), leading on trust & safety, experience, product range, reputation. TeleDirectMD comes out ahead on value.

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

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TeleDirectMD is a solo-physician virtual practice offering $79 flat-fee video visits for urgent care, sexual health, skin, women's health and chronic-medication refills in 44 states plus DC.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionCurologyTeleDirectMD
Overall Score69.7/100 ✓66.5/100
Trust & Safety30%72/100 ✓70/100
Value25%70/10076/100 ✓
Experience20%68/100 ✓66/100
Product Range15%65/100 ✓54/100
Reputation10%72/100 ✓52/100

At a Glance

Founded2014—
HeadquartersSan Francisco, CA—
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories25
Treatments listed25
Starting price$30/mo$79/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.

CategoryCurologyTeleDirectMD
Dermatology$30–$60
Custom Formula
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Hair Loss$35–$50
Hair Formula
$79
Hair Loss Visit

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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TeleDirectMD

+One all-in $79 cash price per visit, published up front and HSA/FSA eligible
+Every visit is a live video consult with a named, board-certified physician, never a mid-level provider or a questionnaire-only review
+Fast access: visits typically start within 1–2 hours of booking, 7 days a week, and prescriptions go to the patient's own pharmacy
−A single physician handles all visits, which limits capacity and continuity of care
−No GLP-1, weight-loss or controlled-substance prescribing
−Not available in AR, MA, NM, NY, OR or RI
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Curology vs TeleDirectMD — FAQ

Is Curology better than TeleDirectMD?

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Curology scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (69.7/100 vs 66.5/100), leading on trust & safety, experience, product range, reputation. TeleDirectMD comes out ahead on value.

Is Curology or TeleDirectMD cheaper?

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Curology has the lower starting price (from $30/mo vs $79/mo for TeleDirectMD). 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 TeleDirectMD both offer?

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Both platforms treat Dermatology, Hair Loss. Curology covers 2 treatment categories total and TeleDirectMD covers 5.

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