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Honeydew vs TeleDirectMD: Which Is Better?

Head-to-head comparison of Honeydew 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

Honeydew scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (72/100 vs 66.5/100), leading on trust & safety, experience, product range, reputation. TeleDirectMD comes out ahead on value.

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Membership-based teledermatology platform managing acne, eczema, psoriasis, and rosacea, including monitored isotretinoin (Accutane) care.

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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

DimensionHoneydewTeleDirectMD
Overall Score72/100 ✓66.5/100
Trust & Safety30%75/100 ✓70/100
Value25%75/10076/100 ✓
Experience20%76/100 ✓66/100
Product Range15%58/100 ✓54/100
Reputation10%68/100 ✓52/100

At a Glance

Founded2020—
HeadquartersNew York, NY—
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories15
Treatments listed25
Starting price$25/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.

CategoryHoneydewTeleDirectMD
Dermatology$25
Basic Dermatology Membership
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Honeydew

+Highest Trustpilot rating among comparable teledermatology brands (4.7/5, 553 reviews)
+Structured isotretinoin (Accutane) program with iPledge-aware monitoring and coordination support
+Providers and support staff are frequently described as responsive and attentive
−Medications are billed separately from membership, and patients report undisclosed pharmacy fees (e.g., ~$15 add-ons)
−Some patients were charged during gaps between active treatment periods
−Support is primarily asynchronous chat, with reported response times up to 24 hours
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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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Honeydew vs TeleDirectMD — FAQ

Is Honeydew better than TeleDirectMD?

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Honeydew scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (72/100 vs 66.5/100), leading on trust & safety, experience, product range, reputation. TeleDirectMD comes out ahead on value.

Is Honeydew or TeleDirectMD cheaper?

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Honeydew has the lower starting price (from $25/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 Honeydew and TeleDirectMD both offer?

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Both platforms treat Dermatology. Honeydew covers 1 treatment category total and TeleDirectMD covers 5.

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