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TeleDirectMD vs Willow: Which Is Better?

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

Our Verdict

TeleDirectMD scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (66.5/100 vs 51.9/100), leading on trust & safety, value, experience, reputation. Willow comes out ahead on product range.

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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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Below Average

Women-focused compounded GLP-1 telehealth brand operating in a limited number of states, tied to a National Advertising Division referral over its marketing claims.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionTeleDirectMDWillow
Overall Score66.5/100 ✓51.9/100
Trust & Safety30%70/100 ✓48/100
Value25%76/100 ✓52/100
Experience20%66/100 ✓62/100
Product Range15%54/10055/100 ✓
Reputation10%52/100 ✓38/100

At a Glance

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Headquarters——
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories52
Treatments listed52
Starting price$79/mo$299/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.

CategoryTeleDirectMDWillow
Women's Health$79
Birth Control Refill Visit
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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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Willow

+Women-focused positioning with unlimited doctor access included in plan price
+Reviewers highlight responsive, board-certified doctors and simple onboarding
+Some patients report substantial results (e.g., 65 lbs in three months)
−Reportedly referred by the National Advertising Division to state attorneys general (Dec 2025) over advertising claims — unverified independently this cycle, needs manual confirmation
−Service limited to a narrow footprint (reportedly ~12 states), well below most national competitors
−Pricing ($299-399/mo starting) runs higher than several direct compounded-GLP-1 competitors
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TeleDirectMD vs Willow — FAQ

Is TeleDirectMD better than Willow?

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TeleDirectMD scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (66.5/100 vs 51.9/100), leading on trust & safety, value, experience, reputation. Willow comes out ahead on product range.

Is TeleDirectMD or Willow cheaper?

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TeleDirectMD has the lower starting price (from $79/mo vs $299/mo for Willow). Starting prices are for the cheapest treatment each offers — compare the specific treatment you need, and check what each price includes.

What do TeleDirectMD and Willow both offer?

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Both platforms treat Women's Health. TeleDirectMD covers 5 treatment categories total and Willow covers 2.

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