Sprout vs Medvi
Sprout vs Medvi for GLP-1 in 2026 — pricing, medications, shipping and credentials compared side by side.
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
Sprout is our pick for most people here — sprout is our pick in this matchup — strong first-month discount and fast dispatch. Consider Medvi instead if its strength — a simple, no-friction path to compounded GLP-1 — matters more to you. The full reasoning, the numbers, and the cases where Medvi is the better call are all below.
Get Started: Sprout| At a glance | Sprout | Medvi |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | $200 off first month (then plan rate) | Varies by plan |
| Medications | Semaglutide · Tirzepatide | Semaglutide · Tirzepatide |
| Offering | Compounded | Compounded |
| Shipping | Ships within ~2 days | Included |
Prices are each provider’s published rate at our last check — confirm the final figure at checkout, as offers change. How we rank
Save $200 on your first month
- Personalized GLP-1 treatment plans
- Prescription shipped within 2 days
- Designed around your health goals
Medical weight loss made simple
- Prescription-based treatment options
- Provider support throughout
- Straightforward online enrollment
The full breakdown
Sprout vs Medvi: a closer look at each
Sprout and Medvi 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.
Best for: Big first-month discount
Choose Sprout if…
you want Sprout's edge — strong first-month discount and fast dispatch.
Best for: Simple, no-friction enrollment
Choose Medvi if…
you want Medvi's edge — a simple, no-friction path to compounded GLP-1.
The money
Cost breakdown
The numbers that actually decide it, side by side.
| Starting price | $200 off first month (then plan rate) | Varies by plan |
|---|---|---|
| Semaglutide | Compounded (plan-dependent) | Compounded (plan-dependent) |
| Tirzepatide | Compounded (plan-dependent) | Compounded (plan-dependent) |
| Offering | Compounded | Compounded |
| Shipping | Ships within ~2 days | Included |
| Insurance | Cash | Cash |
On price, Sprout lists Compounded (plan-dependent) for compounded semaglutide and Compounded (plan-dependent) for tirzepatide, while Medvi lists Compounded (plan-dependent) and Compounded (plan-dependent). Where prices are published, Sprout 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
| Why choose it | Strong first-month discount and fast dispatch | A simple, no-friction path to compounded GLP-1 |
|---|---|---|
| Watch out for | Intro pricing may step up after the first month | Entry pricing isn't published upfront |
| Starting price | $200 off first month (then plan rate) | Varies by plan |
| Compounded semaglutide | Compounded (plan-dependent) | Compounded (plan-dependent) |
| Tirzepatide | Compounded (plan-dependent) | Compounded (plan-dependent) |
| GLP-1 + GIP option | Yes — compounded tirzepatide (GLP-1/GIP) | Yes — compounded tirzepatide (GLP-1/GIP) |
| Offering type | Compounded | Compounded |
| New-patient offer | $200 off first month | Varies |
| Billing model | Monthly plan (intro discount month one) | Monthly plans |
| What's included | Personalized plan, Medication, Shipping | Medical evaluation, Medication, Provider support |
| Lab work | Online intake | Online intake |
| Shipping | Ships within ~2 days | Included |
| Refills | Monthly refills | Monthly refills |
| States | Most US states | Most US states |
| Pharmacy | US compounding pharmacies | US compounding pharmacies |
| Clinicians | US-licensed prescribers | US-licensed prescribers |
| Insurance | Cash | Cash |
| Consultation | Personalized online plan | Online medical intake |
| Our rating | 8.4 · Very Good | 8.5 · Very Good |
The medicine
Medications & formulations
- Sprout: compounded GLP-1. Yes — compounded tirzepatide (GLP-1/GIP)
- Medvi: 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
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
Pros
- Simple enrollment
- Ongoing provider support
- Prescription-based
Cons
- Pricing not published as a flat rate
- Compounded only
What real Sprout customers say
188 reviews · checked October 2026
Verbatim reviews we captured, including every 1-star one.
“Great service”
Ken
US
“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.”
Victoria L.
US
“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.”
Lisa M.
US
“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.”
Isabel M.
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 Medvi customers say
14,987 reviews · checked October 2026
Verbatim reviews we captured, including every 1-star one.
“Very helpful information. Theresa was thoughtful and explained all of her observations.”
Eric B.
US
“Nurse was very informative and pleasant to talk with.”
Stephen V.
US
“This journey has been great . Talking with Jessica certainly has answered my questions and concerns.”
Linda H.
US
“My provider was very helpful. She listened to my concerns and made proper adjustments.”
Crystal C.
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.
Neither publishes a flat semaglutide price — confirm both directly.
Sprout offers compounded; Medvi offers compounded.
Sprout: Ships within ~2 days. Medvi: Included.
Comparable pharmacy disclosures.
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
If your priority is the best shipping
If your priority is our overall pick
Questions
Sprout vs Medvi: common questions
The bottom line
Sprout is our pick in this matchup — strong first-month discount and fast dispatch. Choose Medvi only if its strength (a simple, no-friction path to compounded GLP-1) 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.