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Hims & Hers vs Sesame Care: Which Is Better?

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

Our Verdict

Hims & Hers scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (77.5/100 vs 74/100), leading on experience, product range. Sesame Care comes out ahead on value.

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The largest publicly traded D2C telehealth platform, offering treatments across hair loss, ED, mental health, skincare, and weight loss.

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Pay-per-visit marketplace connecting patients with licensed providers — no subscriptions, transparent per-visit pricing.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionHims & HersSesame Care
Overall Score77.5/10074/100
Trust & Safety30%75/10075/100
Value25%70/10080/100
Experience20%85/10070/100
Product Range15%90/10070/100
Reputation10%70/10070/100

At a Glance

Founded20172019
HeadquartersSan Francisco, CANew York, NY
Publicly tradedYes (HIMS)No
Treatment categories76
Treatments listed95
Starting price$11/mo$34/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.

CategoryHims & HersSesame Care
Weight Loss / GLP-1$149–$299
Branded Wegovy (oral/injectable)
$59–$99
Weight Loss Program (subscription)
Men's Health
Women's Health
Mental Health$49–$85
Anxiety / Depression Treatment
$45–$99
Mental Health Visit
Dermatology$30–$55
Custom Acne Cream

Hims & Hers

+Widest treatment category coverage of any D2C telehealth brand
+Vertically integrated pharmacy keeps costs down and shipping fast
+Publicly traded with transparent financials
Compounded GLP-1 programs being phased out after Novo Nordisk deal
Subscription auto-renewal complaints common on Reddit
Customer support response times vary
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Sesame Care

+No subscription required — pay-per-visit model
+Transparent pricing shown before booking
+Wide range of specialties available
No integrated pharmacy
Less continuity of care than subscriptions
Provider quality varies in marketplace model
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Hims & Hers vs Sesame Care — FAQ

Is Hims & Hers better than Sesame Care?

Hims & Hers scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (77.5/100 vs 74/100), leading on experience, product range. Sesame Care comes out ahead on value.

Is Hims & Hers or Sesame Care cheaper?

Hims & Hers has the lower starting price (from $11/mo vs $34/mo for Sesame Care). Starting prices are for the cheapest treatment each offers — compare the specific treatment you need, and check what each price includes.

What do Hims & Hers and Sesame Care both offer?

Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1, Men's Health, Women's Health, Mental Health, Dermatology. Hims & Hers covers 7 treatment categories total and Sesame Care covers 6.

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