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 Shapely
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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Verdict55/ 100
Grade C · #383Shapely
Shapely is a GLP-1 telehealth platform founded by Dr.
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Winner: CoreAge Rx
CoreAge Rx takes it with a higher Verdict Score — 94/100 to 55/100 (grade A vs C). Anyone who wants transparent flat pricing and nationwide access without a teaser-rate bait-and-switch. Shapely still earns its place — shoppers who want insurance-accepted telehealth with compounded sema $99/mo and tirz $166/mo; CA, FL, NY, TX (expanding).
Factor by factor
Both scored on the same six factors — see the methodology. The brass bar marks the stronger side on each.
92Real-world results69
92
Real-world results69
97Price honesty20
97
Price honesty20
96Prescriber access57
96
Prescriber access57
88Formulary choice48
88
Formulary choice48
95Cancellation fairness56
95
Cancellation fairness56
93Member support88
93
Member support88
Price, coverage & features
| Metric | CoreAge Rx | Shapely |
|---|---|---|
| Verdict Score | 94/100 | 55/100 |
| Grade | A | C |
| Semaglutide | $149/mo | Not disclosed |
| Tirzepatide | $349/mo | Not disclosed |
| Coverage | All 50 states | 4 states |
| Brand-name access | Compounded only | Yes |
| 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
Shapely
What we like
- Founded by Dr. Justin Zaghi, MD/MBA — Harvard-trained, board-certified in internal medicine and obesity medicine, with Medical Director Ana Lisa
- Brand-name GLP-1s (Wegovy, Ozempic, Zepbound, Mounjaro, Foundayo) covered by major PPO and Medicare at copay
- Compounded semaglutide from $99/month with free 2-day shipping, syringes, and supplies included via 503A/503B pharmacy
- 1:1 registered dietitian (RDN) and monthly video provider visits included in every plan; unlimited chat and app support
- Cellular smart scale provided to qualifying patients for ongoing weight tracking throughout the program
The caveats
- Currently available only in California, Florida, New York, and Texas — 46 states unserved despite announced expansion
- Telehealth subscription ($99/mo self-pay, $49 first-month promo) is charged separately from compounded medication cost
- Labs not included — $75 flat rate for uninsured patients; baseline bloodwork may be required before prescribing
- No LegitScript certification found on any public page
- Compounding pharmacy partner not named publicly; 503A/503B status claimed but specific pharmacy undisclosed
Our pick — visit
Anyone who wants transparent flat pricing and nationwide access without a teaser-rate bait-and-switch.
Visit CoreAge Rx Read the full CoreAge Rx review →Also worth a look
Shoppers who want insurance-accepted telehealth with compounded sema $99/mo and tirz $166/mo; CA, FL, NY, TX (expanding).
Visit Shapely Read the full Shapely review →Keep comparing
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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.