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Fridays vs Maximus: Which Is Better?

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

Our Verdict

Maximus scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (65.3/100 vs 55.3/100), leading on trust & safety, experience, product range. Fridays comes out ahead on value.

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Bootstrapped GLP-1 weight-management clinic offering compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide with bundled dietitian, fitness, and mental health coaching.

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Maximus is a Santa Monica-based men's telehealth brand focused on testosterone and blood-flow (ED) protocols with published, comparison-ready pricing.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionFridaysMaximus
Overall Score55.3/10065.3/100 ✓
Trust & Safety30%55/10062/100 ✓
Value25%75/100 ✓68/100
Experience20%50/10072/100 ✓
Product Range15%30/10065/100 ✓
Reputation10%55/10055/100

At a Glance

Founded20232020
HeadquartersIrvine, CASanta Monica, CA
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories14
Treatments listed56
Starting price$98/mo$49.99/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.

CategoryFridaysMaximus
Weight Loss / GLP-1$98
Branded Wegovy (Pill or Pen)
$199–$399
GLP-1 Weight Loss

Fridays

+Comprehensive all-inclusive pricing: labs, unlimited visits, dietitian, mental health support, and fitness app bundled
+Competitive compounded GLP-1 pricing starting at $150/mo on annual plan
+Unique insurance concierge handles prior authorizations for brand-name GLP-1s
−BBB 'F' rating — failed to respond to 9 out of 11 complaints
−Reports of ineffective compounded semaglutide; one customer received medication from pharmacy with health violations
−Billing problems: duplicate charges (one customer charged 6 times), difficulty canceling
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Maximus

+Per-protocol prices published on the website rather than gated behind an intake form
+Strong Trustpilot rating (4.4/5, 1,072 reviews) with consistent praise for support responsiveness
+Headline pricing for testosterone and ED protocols is easy to compare side by side
−BBB rating of B- (not accredited), with 18 closed complaints in the last 3 years
−Headline monthly prices require annual billing commitment; effective cost is higher on flexible terms
−Patient reports of unexpected charges and billing errors requiring bank intervention to resolve
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Fridays vs Maximus — FAQ

Is Fridays better than Maximus?

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Maximus scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (65.3/100 vs 55.3/100), leading on trust & safety, experience, product range. Fridays comes out ahead on value.

Is Fridays or Maximus cheaper?

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Maximus has the lower starting price (from $49.99/mo vs $98/mo for Fridays). Starting prices are for the cheapest treatment each offers — compare the specific treatment you need, and check what each price includes.

What do Fridays and Maximus both offer?

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Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1. Fridays covers 1 treatment category total and Maximus covers 4.

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