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altRx vs Sprout

altRx vs Sprout for GLP-1 in 2026 — pricing, medications, shipping and credentials compared side by side.

TGBy the Top GLP-1 Editorial Team· Reviewed 2026-10-05· Cites FDA & NEJM· Not medical advice
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Educational, not medical advice. This page explains GLP-1 medications in general terms. Only a licensed clinician who knows your history can decide what's right for you.

Our top choice

9.6/10 vs 8.4/10

altRx is our pick for most people here — altRx is our pick in this matchup — lowest compounded entry price and brand-name options under one roof. Consider Sprout instead if its strength — strong first-month discount and fast dispatch — matters more to you. The full reasoning, the numbers, and the cases where Sprout is the better call are all below.

View Plan: altRx
At a glancealtRxSprout
Starting price$89/mo (compounded semaglutide)$200 off first month (then plan rate)
MedicationsSemaglutide · TirzepatideSemaglutide · Tirzepatide
OfferingBothCompounded
ShippingIncludedShips within ~2 days

Prices are each provider’s published rate at our last check — confirm the final figure at checkout, as offers change. How we rank

altRx logo
Licensed telehealth

The most affordable GLP-1 program, from $89/month

  • Compounded GLP-1 from $89/mo, GLP-1 + GIP from $149/mo
  • Brand-name options too — Zepbound and Wegovy
  • No insurance required; Buy Now, Pay Later available
Visit altRx
VS
Sprout logo
4.1 / 5(188) Licensed telehealth

Save $200 on your first month

  • Personalized GLP-1 treatment plans
  • Prescription shipped within 2 days
  • Designed around your health goals
Visit Sprout

The full breakdown

altRx vs Sprout: a closer look at each

altRx and Sprout are both telehealth GLP-1 programs, but they differ on price, medications, shipping and how you pay. Here's the side-by-side, with the numbers, so you can pick the right one.

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OUR PICK
9.6/10#2 of 23· $89/mo (compounded semaglutide)

Best for: Lowest entry price + brand option

Choose altRx if…

you want altRx's edge — lowest compounded entry price and brand-name options under one roof.

Sprout logo
8.4/10#8 of 23· $200 off first month (then plan rate)

Best for: Big first-month discount

Choose Sprout if…

you want Sprout's edge — strong first-month discount and fast dispatch.

The money

Cost breakdown

The numbers that actually decide it, side by side.

altRx
Sprout
Starting price$89/mo (compounded semaglutide)$200 off first month (then plan rate)
Semaglutide$89/mo (compounded)Compounded (plan-dependent)
TirzepatideFrom $149/mo (compounded GLP-1 + GIP)Compounded (plan-dependent)
OfferingBothCompounded
ShippingIncludedShips within ~2 days
InsuranceCash; Buy Now, Pay Later availableCash

On price, altRx lists $89/mo (compounded) for compounded semaglutide and From $149/mo (compounded GLP-1 + GIP) for tirzepatide, while Sprout lists Compounded (plan-dependent) and Compounded (plan-dependent). Where prices are published, altRx is the lower-cost option.

Both are cash-pay compounded programs, so the real decision comes down to price, shipping, pharmacy credentials and support rather than the drug itself.

Side by side

Full specs, compared

altRx
Sprout
Why choose itLowest compounded entry price and brand-name options under one roofStrong first-month discount and fast dispatch
Watch out forAs with any compounded product, quality rests on the pharmacyIntro pricing may step up after the first month
Starting price$89/mo (compounded semaglutide)$200 off first month (then plan rate)
Compounded semaglutide$89/mo (compounded)Compounded (plan-dependent)
TirzepatideFrom $149/mo (compounded GLP-1 + GIP)Compounded (plan-dependent)
GLP-1 + GIP optionYes — compounded tirzepatide (GLP-1 + GIP) from $149/moYes — compounded tirzepatide (GLP-1/GIP)
Offering typeBothCompounded
New-patient offerBuy Now, Pay Later financing available$200 off first month
Billing modelMonthly plans; multi-month optionsMonthly plan (intro discount month one)
What's includedOnline medical evaluation, Medication, Shipping, Dose adjustmentsPersonalized plan, Medication, Shipping
Lab workOnline intake; labs may be requested for some patientsOnline intake
ShippingIncludedShips within ~2 days
RefillsMonthly refillsMonthly refills
StatesMost US statesMost US states
PharmacyUS compounding pharmacies (503A); brand via licensed pharmaciesUS compounding pharmacies
CliniciansUS-licensed prescribersUS-licensed prescribers
InsuranceCash; Buy Now, Pay Later availableCash
ConsultationAsynchronous online medical intakePersonalized online plan
Our rating9.6 · Excellent8.4 · Very Good

The medicine

Medications & formulations

  • altRx: both GLP-1. Yes — compounded tirzepatide (GLP-1 + GIP) from $149/mo
  • Sprout: compounded GLP-1. Yes — compounded tirzepatide (GLP-1/GIP)

New to the drugs themselves? Read our plain-language guides to semaglutide, tirzepatide, and the new GLP-1 pills.

The trade-offs

Pros & cons

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Pros

  • Lowest published compounded entry price in our list
  • Rare option to choose compounded OR brand-name in one place
  • Buy Now, Pay Later spreads the cost
  • No insurance needed to start

Cons

  • Compounded products aren't FDA-approved finished drugs
  • Brand-name pricing depends on insurance/eligibility
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Pros

  • Sizable $200-off first-month offer
  • Both semaglutide and tirzepatide
  • Ships within ~2 days

Cons

  • Ongoing price may step up after the intro month
  • Compounded only

What real altRx customers say

Verbatim altRx reviews from Trustpilot

16 real reviews shown · checked October 2026. altRx’s Trustpilot profile has no public star rating, so we show the reviews as posted rather than invent an aggregate score.

Trustpilot

Verbatim reviews we captured, including every 4-star one.

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Sep 7, 2026

“I'm just starting out with AltRx and the rep who really, really helped me, Natalie, was so wonderful. She gave me info on the plan and answered all of my questions and concerns. I hope everyone at AltRx is this helpful. Wish me luck. I was able to join the plan with no hassles.”

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Cindi P.

US

Sep 3, 2026

“I am going on 3 months with Altrx and it hasn't been bad. I read these negative reviews and I find it hard to believe that we are all with the same company. They always respond to my messages with in 24 hours. I receive my shipment of tirzepatide with in a couple days after I follow up. Plus they haven't bumped my price it's been $148 since I started. I like Altrx. Plus I've lost 10 pounds. The only side effect I have is being sleepy but it's getting better.”

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melissa A.

US

Sep 2, 2026

“I do not understand how everyone has all of these “negative” reviews. I was skeptical at first due to reading through these but I am very happy with this company. 3 of my other coworkers use them as well and they are happy as well.”

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Angela

US

Sep 1, 2026

“Great company that takes care of my needs promptly. I'm seeing a lot of negative reviews but I can't help but think they may be coming from another provider. This company is great and takes care of me and my family quickly and they are very customer service oriented. My order came in correct and even after taking a break, was able to use the medication at have at a different dose. They didn't try to sell me another beginner dose. A+”

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Tammy D.

US

Sep 1, 2026

“I have been with altrx for few months. I take tirzepatide from them. I always get everything on time! I just felt they needed a good review since other companies I used suck and scam me.”

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Shannon R.

US

Aug 31, 2026

“Ive be been using AltRx for 4 months (out of a 6 mo subscription) after switching from another company. Not a single problem. Ive communicated with customer service multiple times and received prompt responses. Ive continually lost 4-5 pounds a month. They accidentally billed me once but after contacting them, I was refunded immediately. Ive been really happy with my experiences using them.”

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Alicia V.

US

Aug 26, 2026

“I don't understand all of the bad reviews because I've had a great experience so far! Paige my care consultant (maybe AI but idk) helped me get a discounted rate and answered all of my questions! I had previously been taking GLP1 from a Medspa and they were great but the price was Insane and it stopped working for me there. With AltRX I've lost 8 lbs and it hasn't even been a month yet since I started.”

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Tori W.

US

Aug 14, 2026

“I signed up on a Friday night at 8pm. A doctor called me at 1045 Saturday morning and we talked for about ten minutes. She ordered the dose and medicine I wanted and I received it by FedEx overnight delivery on Thursday. So far so good.”

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Carlton L.

US

Jun 16, 2026

“I joined in June 2026. At first I was worried cause the ad I saw said $129 a month for tirzepatide but when I signed up they said it was an error and it would be $149 a month forever. And so far it's been great. My dose has increased but my price hasn't. I haven't had any trouble with communication via messaging them. My experience so far has been great, but I am not a social person I appreciate them checking up on me monthly and not annoying me with weekly check ins.”

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ZC

US

Aug 26, 2026

“I've had a pretty good experience with them. The shipping can take a tad bit longer but they respond when I reach out and the process is seamless in my opinion. Currently on level 2 and no issues”

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B L.

US

Aug 13, 2026

“So far so good. The med arrived promptly in good packaging to keep the med cold. No surprise costs at this time. I'm happy.”

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Marni G.

US

Jun 10, 2026

“I spoke to someone at Altrx last week. I told her I wanted a high dose of Triz since I have been on Triz for one year. My order arrived today, a week after ordering. Everything went very smoothly. The only concern was the tiny vial in comparison to other companies I previously ordered from. I just hope it works as it should.”

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Paula L.

US

May 12, 2026

“I was very skeptical about ordering with this company but thankfully I was proven wrong for the most part. Once I was approved I received email stating that my prescription had been sent to the pharmacy for compounding. It took about 5 days but I finally received an email that it had been shipped & I received it the next day. Total process took about 8 days total. Paige was great about texting me back if I had questions but customer service never responded back to me. However, I did receive them & I'm happy that everything has worked out so far. Overall experience - very satisfied.”

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Marlie C.

US

“I'm on my third month with altRx and while my first two months were very smooth, this third one has been terrible. My refill order has yet to be fulfilled with zero reason as to why. Customer service says they requested to “expedite it” but nothing yet. We shall see. I've been happy otherwise.”

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jb

US

“I was looking for a telehealth that utilized the same pharmacy I was already using, and AltRx was one of the ones. Ordering through AltRx was almost a 3rd of the cost I spent the first 3 months through the FSA site. Everything else ran smoothly. I ordered 7/5 and received it today, 7/13. I paid through Afterpay, so they can't renew without my approval.”

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Kimberly W.

US

“Fantastic customer service! I had a quick question about tracking my delivery, and their support team responded within an hour with all the details. The product quality is top-notch. Highly recommend”

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Lenden

US

Reviews are individual experiences quoted verbatim from public Trustpilotprofiles, names shortened; any weight-loss result mentioned is one person’s and is not typical — results vary. We don’t edit or curate them to flatter our pick.

What real Sprout customers say

4.1 / 5out of 5

188 reviews · checked October 2026

Trustpilot

Verbatim reviews we captured, including every 1-star one.

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Sep 21, 2026

“Great service”

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Ken

US

Sep 21, 2026

“I already loved Sprout and have had great success, however I started to notice there were cheaper options, emailed with customer service and they quickly and efficiently reduced my cost and update my plan. 100 percent recommended.”

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Victoria L.

US

Sep 21, 2026

“Sprout customer service is stellar. Everyone of my questions or concerns have been immediately answered by a LIVE CS rep. No bots. I am a life long customer because of the service they provide.”

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Lisa M.

US

Sep 19, 2026

“I lost 20 pounds, and the team made me feel listened to. Their support team always replied to me right away. It's a good program for anyone looking into better life choices.”

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Isabel M.

US

Sep 19, 2026

“Great customer service! When I had to suspend my subscription they handled it quick and made it very easy. Will definitely continue with them!”

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Trish

US

Sep 18, 2026

“Excellent customer service, which exceeded my expectations. Quick response time, both in review to shipment. Thank you!”

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Kimberly

US

Sep 17, 2026

“My Sprout subscription is the best thing I could have done to help elevate my physical health journey and get those immediate results I'm looking for. I recently need to briefly pause my subscription and when I returned to restart, it was easy. From start to finish they were very accommodating.”

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Terrie G.

US

Sep 17, 2026

“I've been a customer for almost a year and have been increasingly pleased with the customer support. Several months into my subscription I had to adjust my plan and the team provided prompt response.”

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Cindy

US

Sep 17, 2026

“Enjoyed dealing with them. Customer Service was great!”

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The Hogans

US

Sep 10, 2026

“I'm happy with the overall product and results. I am very happy with the customer service representative, Frank. I've had a few problems with getting my order on time and reached out to CSR, Frank. He was respectful, polite, and made everything right in a timely manner. I understand that things happen as long as it's resolved and was.”

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Janet E.

US

“I have had a great experience with Sprout. They were quick to respond and the process for approval worked seamlessly. Customer service was awesome, shout out to Frank!”

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Holly C.

US

“Super easy to join, reasonably priced, effective, and great customer service. Frank Burton with customer support was really helpful and quick to respond when I had an issue with my email. Great experience over all!”

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Kayte V.

US

“Customer Service team is very responsive and very helpful”

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Rajat R.

GB

“I have been very happy with Sprout. When I have had questions or problems their support staff is very quick to respond. Outstanding customer service!!!”

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Jennifer V.

US

Sep 11, 2026

“I have been using Sprout for about 6 months. They have been timely, and supportive. I recently had an issue and it was addressed quickly and with satisfaction. I will continue to use Sprout on my weight loss journey.”

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D M.

US

Aug 5, 2026

“I have lost almost all the weight I wanted to lose. My journey was a little difficult because I did not receive any instructions on how to use the medication properly from Sprout. I had to go on google to learn about how to inject the medication and how much I should put in the syringe.”

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Salvatore C.

US

Jun 26, 2026

“I am very happy with them overall, customer service has been responsive when I needed them and the medicine is working. The only reason I didn't give them 5 stars is that if you don't complete your questionnaire they don't remind you, they just don't ship anything and charge you anyway. I know it's on me to complete the monthly check in but I thought that I had, so a tickler would have been nice.”

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Mark

US

Aug 6, 2026

“Tracking notification not been good at all. Out of 8 plus shipments, only received tracking twice. Also account had been suspended for no reason and without any notification.”

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James M.

US

Sep 8, 2026

“I have used several different companies for compounded Tirzepatide. All with no side effects. Within 1 month of taking Sprout Health compounded Tirzepatide I began losing handfuls of hair. Starting the second months vial, lost even more hair. Had to throw it away. Would not recommend under any circumstance.”

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Audrey S.

US

Reviews are individual experiences quoted verbatim from public Trustpilotprofiles, names shortened; any weight-loss result mentioned is one person’s and is not typical — results vary. We don’t edit or curate them to flatter our pick.

Head to head

Where each one wins

We don't tally a single winner — that hides the trade-offs. Here's who leads on each dimension, and why.

Semaglutide price
altRx

altRx: $89/mo (compounded). Sprout: Compounded (plan-dependent).

Medication range
altRx

altRx offers both; Sprout offers compounded.

Shipping
Sprout

altRx: Included. Sprout: Ships within ~2 days.

Pharmacy credentials
Toss-up

Comparable pharmacy disclosures.

Insurance coordination
Toss-up

Both are primarily cash-pay for compounded GLP-1.

Pick fast

Match it to your priority

Find your top priority, see which program we'd point you to.

If your priority is the lowest published price

altRxaltRx lists the lower semaglutide price.

If your priority is the best shipping

SproutFaster/cheaper shipping.

If your priority is our overall pick

altRxlowest compounded entry price and brand-name options under one roof

Questions

altRx vs Sprout: common questions

Where prices are published, altRx lists the lower semaglutide price ($89/mo (compounded)). Both may run promotions and change pricing, so confirm current rates on each site.

The bottom line

altRx is our pick in this matchup — lowest compounded entry price and brand-name options under one roof. Choose Sprout only if its strength (strong first-month discount and fast dispatch) matters more to you than price and our overall rating.

How we compare — and how to read this

We weigh the factors that actually change a patient’s experience: real price (and whether it’s compounded or branded), the medications and formulations on offer, shipping, pharmacy accreditation and the clinician model, insurance stance, and commitment. We name a top pick for most people, then lay the trade-offs out in full so you can override it when your priorities or insurance point the other way. Pricing is provider-reported and moves often — and compounded-drug availability shifts with FDA shortage status — so confirm the current details on the provider’s own site before enrolling. Affiliate relationships never change a program’s placement. This page is educational, not medical advice; see our disclaimer.

Is altRx legit? Read the full reviewIs Sprout legit? Read the full review