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LifeMD vs Shed: Which Is Better?

Head-to-head comparison of LifeMD and Shed 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 67/100), leading on trust & safety, value. Shed comes out ahead on product range, reputation.

68
LifeMD
Good

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

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67
Shed
Good

Weight loss, hair loss, and longevity telehealth with multiple GLP-1 delivery formats including drops, lozenges, and oral tablets.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionLifeMDShed
Overall Score68/10067/100
Trust & Safety30%65/10060/100
Value25%75/10070/100
Experience20%70/10070/100
Product Range15%65/10072/100
Reputation10%60/10062/100

At a Glance

Founded20202022
HeadquartersNew York, NYGilbert, AZ
Publicly tradedYes (LFMD)No
Treatment categories62
Treatments listed510
Starting price$14/mo$43/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.

CategoryLifeMDShed
Weight Loss / GLP-1$149–$349
Branded Wegovy (oral/injectable)
$115
MIC + B12 Injections
Hair Loss$14–$27
Finasteride (via Rex MD)
$43–$76
Men's Hair Loss (Minoxidil + Finasteride)

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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Shed

+Widest variety of GLP-1 delivery formats: injections, drops, lozenges, and oral tablets
+Both compounded and brand-name GLP-1 options (Wegovy, Zepbound) available
+10% body weight loss guarantee or money back
Two-month minimum commitment before cancellation allowed
Cash-pay only — no insurance accepted
BBB rating 2.87/5 (not accredited) with billing and cancellation complaints
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LifeMD vs Shed — FAQ

Is LifeMD better than Shed?

LifeMD scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (68/100 vs 67/100), leading on trust & safety, value. Shed comes out ahead on product range, reputation.

Is LifeMD or Shed cheaper?

LifeMD has the lower starting price (from $14/mo vs $43/mo for Shed). 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 Shed both offer?

Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1, Hair Loss. LifeMD covers 6 treatment categories total and Shed covers 2.

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