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Fay vs Shed: Which Is Better?

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

Our Verdict

Shed scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (67/100 vs 61.9/100), leading on experience, product range. Fay comes out ahead on trust & safety. Fay has the lower entry price (from $0/mo vs $43/mo), so the better value depends on which treatment you need.

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Fay
Fair

Insurance-billed marketplace for virtual registered-dietitian care (weight management, diabetes, GLP-1 support, PCOS); it does not prescribe medication.

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Shed
Good

Weight loss, hair loss, and longevity telehealth with multiple GLP-1 delivery formats including drops, lozenges, and oral tablets.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionFayShed
Overall Score61.9/10067/100 ✓
Trust & Safety30%66/100 ✓60/100
Value25%70/10070/100
Experience20%62/10070/100 ✓
Product Range15%40/10072/100 ✓
Reputation10%62/10062/100

At a Glance

Founded20222022
HeadquartersSchaumburg, ILGilbert, AZ
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories23
Treatments listed113
Starting price$0/mo$43/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.

CategoryFayShed
Weight Loss / GLP-1Free–$150
Registered Dietitian Sessions
$115
Naltrexone + Bupropion Capsules

Fay

+Registered dietitians only, in-network with 700+ plans; many members pay $0 per session
+Pre-booking price estimator based on the member's insurance benefits
+Large clinician bench (3,400+ RDs) covering 30+ specialties including diabetes, PCOS and GLP-1 nutrition support
−No prescribers: Fay cannot prescribe or supply GLP-1s or any other medication
−Insurance estimates are unreliable per reviewers, with '$0 copay' visits later billed at $230 up to $1,400
−Reports of unexpected recurring charges and charges continuing after cancellation
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Shed

+Widest variety of GLP-1 delivery formats: injections, drops, lozenges, and oral tablets
+Both compounded and brand-name GLP-1 options (Wegovy, Zepbound) available
+10% body weight loss guarantee or money back
−Two-month minimum commitment before cancellation allowed
−Cash-pay only — no insurance accepted
−BBB rating 2.87/5 (not accredited) with billing and cancellation complaints
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Fay vs Shed — FAQ

Is Fay better than Shed?

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Shed scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (67/100 vs 61.9/100), leading on experience, product range. Fay comes out ahead on trust & safety. Fay has the lower entry price (from $0/mo vs $43/mo), so the better value depends on which treatment you need.

Is Fay or Shed cheaper?

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Fay has the lower starting price (from $0/mo vs $43/mo for Shed). Starting prices are for the cheapest treatment each offers — compare the specific treatment you need, and check what each price includes.

What do Fay and Shed both offer?

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Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1. Fay covers 2 treatment categories total and Shed covers 3.

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