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LifeMD vs Sesame Care: Which Is Better?

Head-to-head comparison of LifeMD 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

Sesame Care scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (74/100 vs 68/100), leading on trust & safety, value, product range, reputation. LifeMD has the lower entry price (from $14/mo vs $34/mo), so the better value depends on which treatment you need.

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

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Score Breakdown

DimensionLifeMDSesame Care
Overall Score68/10074/100
Trust & Safety30%65/10075/100
Value25%75/10080/100
Experience20%70/10070/100
Product Range15%65/10070/100
Reputation10%60/10070/100

At a Glance

Founded20202019
HeadquartersNew York, NYNew York, NY
Publicly tradedYes (LFMD)No
Treatment categories66
Treatments listed55
Starting price$14/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.

CategoryLifeMDSesame Care
Weight Loss / GLP-1$149–$349
Branded Wegovy (oral/injectable)
$59–$99
Weight Loss Program (subscription)
Men's Health
Dermatology

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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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
Read the full Sesame Care review →

LifeMD vs Sesame Care — FAQ

Is LifeMD better than Sesame Care?

Sesame Care scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (74/100 vs 68/100), leading on trust & safety, value, product range, reputation. LifeMD has the lower entry price (from $14/mo vs $34/mo), so the better value depends on which treatment you need.

Is LifeMD or Sesame Care cheaper?

LifeMD has the lower starting price (from $14/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 LifeMD and Sesame Care both offer?

Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1, Men's Health, Dermatology. LifeMD covers 6 treatment categories total and Sesame Care covers 6.

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