Verdict94/ 100
Grade A · #1CoreAge Rx
The most honest middle of the market: nationwide access, both molecules at one flat, no-surprise price.
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CoreAge Rx vs Luma Meds
Two GLP-1 providers, ruled side by side on The Verdict Score — our published six-factor rubric. Same yardstick, and no score is adjusted for payment.
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Verdict71/ 100
Grade C · #132Luma Meds
Fully online compounded GLP-1 telehealth offering semaglutide and tirzepatide injections from FDA-regulated 503A and 503B compounding pharmacies.
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Winner: CoreAge Rx
CoreAge Rx takes it with a higher Verdict Score — 94/100 to 71/100 (grade A vs C). Anyone who wants transparent flat pricing and nationwide access without a teaser-rate bait-and-switch. Luma Meds still earns its place — people who want a LegitScript-certified compounded GLP-1 plan with free shipping and provider support.
Factor by factor
Both scored on the same six factors — see the methodology. The brass bar marks the stronger side on each.
92Real-world results75
92
Real-world results75
97Price honesty64
97
Price honesty64
96Prescriber access60
96
Prescriber access60
88Formulary choice82
88
Formulary choice82
95Cancellation fairness66
95
Cancellation fairness66
93Member support84
93
Member support84
Price, coverage & features
| Metric | CoreAge Rx | Luma Meds |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict Score | 94/100 | 71/100 |
| Grade | A | C |
| Semaglutide | $149/mo | From $249/mo (compounded) |
| Tirzepatide | $349/mo | From $299/mo (compounded) |
| Coverage | All 50 states | Not disclosed |
| Brand-name access | Compounded only | Compounded only |
| Oral / sublingual | No | No |
CoreAge Rx
What we like
- Flat, all-in monthly price with no intro-rate step-ups after month one
- Both compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide on one account
- Available in all 50 states
- Straightforward, low-friction cancellation
The caveats
- Not the cheapest — flat-price challengers like Trimi Health and Alan Meds undercut its sticker price
- No FDA-approved brand-name option (compounded only)
- Does not yet publicly name its 503A/B pharmacy partner
Luma Meds
What we like
- LegitScript certified — a credibility mark fewer compounded GLP-1 providers carry
- Free discreet shipping and unlimited 24/7 support on every plan
- Compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide from FDA-regulated 503A/503B pharmacies
- '100,000+ members treated' claim with physician-supervised online care
- 3-month bundle pricing brings semaglutide as low as $140/mo
The caveats
- Compounding pharmacy partner not publicly named
- States available not published
- Monthly semaglutide ($249/mo) is above many lower-cost compounded competitors
- No oral formulation options listed
- Compounded medications are not FDA-approved
Our pick — visit
Anyone who wants transparent flat pricing and nationwide access without a teaser-rate bait-and-switch.
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People who want a LegitScript-certified compounded GLP-1 plan with free shipping and provider support.
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Pricing, states and verification reflect each provider's public disclosures at last review; the Verdict Score is our editorial judgment per the methodology. Prices change — confirm on each provider's site. Not medical advice; see our disclosure.