Healthicare vs Sesame
An in-depth comparison of two leading GLP-1 Providers
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Healthicare
Best for buyers who want a transparent, named-clinician + named-pharmacy compounded GLP-1 option in 44 statesStarting at $148/mo
Sesame
Best for mainstream telehealth GLP-1 accessStarting at $199/mo
Side-by-Side Comparison
| Feature | Healthicare | Sesame |
|---|---|---|
| Overall Score | ✓7.1/10 | 6.9/10 |
| Starting Price | ✓$148/mo | $199/mo |
| Editorial Rating | ✓3.6 ★ /5 | 3.5 ★ /5 |
| Features | ✓7 features | 3 features |
| States Available | 0 | 0 |
| Compounded | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Brand Name | ✓ Yes | — |
| FSA/HSA Accepted | — | — |
| FDA Warnings | None | None |
Pros & Cons
Healthicare
Pros
- ✓Both compounded and full brand-name GLP-1 menu (Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro, Zepbound) on one platform
- ✓Pharmacy partner is publicly named: F&F Pharmacies Inc. dba Jungle Jim's Pharmacy, 5484 Dixie Highway, Fairfield, OH 45014, (877) 858-3784
- ✓Clinical lead is publicly named: Dr. Jonah Mink, 618.740.4204, Beluga Health
- ✓Compounded semaglutide first dose at $147.90/mo is on the lower end of the segment
Cons
- ✗Not available in 6 states: CA, NV, NJ, NC, TX, MA, MS, NH, WV, DE (verify the explicit list before sending readers)
- ✗Brand-name first-month pricing of $1,199.99–$1,299.99 is at or above retail without insurance — most of the value here is on the compounded tier
- ✗Brand ownership: 'Sunshine Health Studios Inc.' is referenced in the footer — relationship to the healthicare.com domain owner needs independent confirmation
Sesame
Pros
- ✓Both semaglutide and tirzepatide available
- ✓Compounded GLP-1 access
Cons
- ✗Limited public information on program details
Our Verdict
Healthicare edges out Sesame with a higher overall score of 7.1/10 and is particularly strong for buyers who want a transparent, named-clinician + named-pharmacy compounded GLP-1 option in 44 states. Sesame remains a solid alternative, especially if you're looking for mainstream telehealth GLP-1 access.
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