Alloy vs Arc-1
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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Alloy
Best for women in menopause/perimenopause who want a Menopause Society-certified clinician AND the broadest brand+compounded GLP-1 formulary in our directoryStarting at $80/mo
Arc-1
Best for patients seeking per-dose compounded GLP-1 without subscriptionsStarting at $250/mo
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Alloy | Arc-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | ✓7.4/10 | 6.4/10 |
| Starting Price | ✓$80/mo | $250/mo |
| Editorial Rating | ✓3.7 ★ /5 | 3.2 ★ /5 |
| Features | ✓8 features | 2 features |
| States Available | 0 | 0 |
| Compounded | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Brand Name | ✓ Yes | — |
| FSA/HSA Accepted | — | — |
| FDA Warnings | None | None |
Pros & Cons
Alloy
Pros
- ✓Broadest GLP-1 formulary in our catalog: brand Wegovy + brand Zepbound + oral Wegovy + compounded semaglutide + compounded tirzepatide + compounded liraglutide
- ✓All consulting doctors are certified by The Menopause Society — only ~1,000 such certified practitioners exist among ~20,000 OB-GYNs in the US
- ✓Brand-name Wegovy starting at $199/mo and compounded liraglutide starting at $80/mo cover both ends of the price/access spectrum
- ✓STARTGLP1 promo code knocks $50 off the first month per the public site
Cons
- ✗Not available in Louisiana or Mississippi (verified) — readers in those two states should be routed elsewhere
- ✗Initial consultation is $49 and is separate from medication cost — readers should know there's a non-refundable upfront fee
- ✗Menopause-specialty framing — best fit for women in menopause/perimenopause, not the right product for men or younger women whose primary need is weight loss
Arc-1
Pros
- ✓Both compounded semaglutide and tirzepatide available
- ✓Per-dose purchasing — no subscription or membership required
- ✓25% off + free shipping promotional offer
- ✓Broader longevity formulary (Rapamycin, NAD+, Sermorelin)
Cons
- ✗No visible LegitScript or PCAB accreditation
- ✗No legal entity name or address disclosed
- ✗State availability not disclosed
- ✗Pricing is per-dose not monthly — higher doses are very expensive ($1,085-$1,585 for semaglutide 1.75-2.5mg)
- ✗No named clinicians or pharmacy partners
Our Verdict
Alloy edges out Arc-1 with a higher overall score of 7.4/10 and is particularly strong for women in menopause/perimenopause who want a Menopause Society-certified clinician AND the broadest brand+compounded GLP-1 formulary in our directory. Arc-1 remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for patients seeking per-dose compounded GLP-1 without subscriptions.
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