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Evolve Telemedicine vs PlushCare: Which Is Better?

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

Our Verdict

PlushCare scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (68.3/100 vs 55.3/100), leading on trust & safety, value, experience, reputation.

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A small concierge-style telehealth operator selling compounded hormone, weight-loss, and wellness therapies through a paid membership.

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68

PlushCare is a virtual primary-care membership service that layers weight-loss visits and branded GLP-1 prescriptions onto its core telehealth offering, rather than running a dedicated compounded-GLP-1 program.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionEvolve TelemedicinePlushCare
Overall Score55.3/10068.3/100 ✓
Trust & Safety30%55/10078/100 ✓
Value25%48/10062/100 ✓
Experience20%60/10062/100 ✓
Product Range15%65/10065/100
Reputation10%50/10072/100 ✓

At a Glance

Founded—2014
HeadquartersBloomfield Hills, MISan Francisco, CA
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories32
Treatments listed53
Starting price$149.99/mo$20/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.

CategoryEvolve TelemedicinePlushCare
Weight Loss / GLP-1$400–$600
Compounded Semaglutide
$650–$1100
Branded GLP-1 Prescription (Wegovy, Saxenda)

Evolve Telemedicine

+Broad concierge-style hormone and wellness menu (BHRT, TRT, thyroid support, peptide therapy, GLP-1 weight loss, sexual wellness, hair) under one membership with a free initial consult.
+Reports (per prior research, not independently verified on-site) shipping compounded medications to patients in all 50 states.
+A majority of Trustpilot reviewers (78% five-star) describe knowledgeable, thorough clinical staff.
−Reviewers report medication price increases of 200-300% within a few months of enrolling, with claims that comparable prescriptions cost significantly less elsewhere.
−Trustpilot sample is small (54 reviews) — too limited to draw strong reputational conclusions despite the 4.1 average.
−Lab result and refill turnaround delays are a recurring complaint, with patients told to request refills 20-25 days in advance to avoid running out.
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PlushCare

+Low $19.99/mo membership with first month free, and insurance-eligible visits as low as a $30 copay
+Accepts major insurance plans (Aetna, Cigna, Humana), broader than most single-purpose GLP-1 telehealth startups
+Physician-led primary care model covers ongoing and chronic care beyond a single weight-loss funnel
−Branded GLP-1 medication (Zepbound, Wegovy) is billed separately at the pharmacy — without insurance coverage this can run roughly $1,000+/month, dwarfing the low membership fee
−No compounded GLP-1 option, so cash-pay patients without drug coverage face full retail brand pricing
−Trustpilot pattern of unexpected recurring membership charges and difficulty cancelling
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Evolve Telemedicine vs PlushCare — FAQ

Is Evolve Telemedicine better than PlushCare?

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PlushCare scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (68.3/100 vs 55.3/100), leading on trust & safety, value, experience, reputation.

Is Evolve Telemedicine or PlushCare cheaper?

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PlushCare has the lower starting price (from $20/mo vs $149.99/mo for Evolve Telemedicine). Starting prices are for the cheapest treatment each offers — compare the specific treatment you need, and check what each price includes.

What do Evolve Telemedicine and PlushCare both offer?

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Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1. Evolve Telemedicine covers 3 treatment categories total and PlushCare covers 2.

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