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LifeMD vs Maximus: Which Is Better?

Head-to-head comparison of LifeMD 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

LifeMD scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (68/100 vs 65.3/100), leading on trust & safety, value, reputation. Maximus comes out ahead on experience.

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LifeMD
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Publicly traded telehealth betting big on weight loss, with aggressive GLP-1 pricing and fast-growing subscriber base.

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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

DimensionLifeMDMaximus
Overall Score68/10065.3/100
Trust & Safety30%65/10062/100
Value25%75/10068/100
Experience20%70/10072/100
Product Range15%65/10065/100
Reputation10%60/10055/100

At a Glance

Founded20202020
HeadquartersNew York, NYSanta Monica, CA
Publicly tradedYes (LFMD)No
Treatment categories64
Treatments listed56
Starting price$14/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.

CategoryLifeMDMaximus
Weight Loss / GLP-1$149–$349
Branded Wegovy (oral/injectable)
$199–$399
GLP-1 Weight Loss
Men's Health
Sexual Health$14–$38
Sildenafil (via Rex MD)
$49.99
Blood Flow ED Protocol
Hormone Therapy$99
Testosterone Program (via Rex MD)
$99.99
Testosterone Injections (cypionate)

LifeMD

+Novo Nordisk partnership for branded Wegovy pill and subscription program
+Eli Lilly partnership for branded Zepbound access
+Publicly traded with quarterly earnings transparency — 25% revenue growth in 2025
Compounded GLP-1s discontinued — pivoted to branded medications
Aggressive marketing draws scrutiny from health professionals
Narrower treatment range than Hims or Ro
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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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LifeMD vs Maximus — FAQ

Is LifeMD better than Maximus?

LifeMD scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (68/100 vs 65.3/100), leading on trust & safety, value, reputation. Maximus comes out ahead on experience.

Is LifeMD or Maximus cheaper?

LifeMD has the lower starting price (from $14/mo vs $49.99/mo for Maximus). Starting prices are for the cheapest treatment each offers — compare the specific treatment you need, and check what each price includes.

What do LifeMD and Maximus both offer?

Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1, Men's Health, Sexual Health, Hormone Therapy. LifeMD covers 6 treatment categories total and Maximus covers 4.

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