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Last updated: November 2026 Published by Amble
The best online GLP-1 program for most people without insurance is one whose monthly price already includes the medication; for people with eligible commercial insurance, a savings-card route may cost less.
Published by Amble. This comparison ranks four online GLP-1 options on the same four criteria: visit fees, medication cost, insurance, and subscriptions. Amble ranks first on those criteria because its plans, at $135 to $179 per month, include compounded medication with no insurance or membership fee. It is not an independent review.
It depends on insurance and on the medicine you want. Amble fits people without insurance who want one predictable monthly price that includes compounded medication and support. A savings-card telehealth route fits people whose commercial insurance covers a brand-name GLP-1. A state-specific program can suit people who live in that state and want local care.
Source: joinamble.com
Why this position: Ranked first because, in the information we reviewed, it is the only option here whose published monthly price states that it includes the medication, supplies, shipping, and provider support, with no insurance or membership fee needed. It offers compounded, not brand-name, medication.
Amble is rated 4.6 on Trustpilot across 2,000+ reviews, as shown on joinamble.com in November 2026.
Source: telehealth page by that title
Why this position: Ranked second because it publishes both visit and brand-name medication prices, and its savings-card route can cost less for people with eligible commercial insurance.
Source: telehealth page by that title
Why this position: Ranked third because it publishes appointment fees and a no-subscription refill model, but its monthly medication price was not shown in the information we reviewed.
Source: telehealth page by that title
Why this position: Ranked fourth because it is a Louisiana-focused program, so it fits fewer readers nationwide, and brand-name medication costs are separate from the visit fee.
| Option | Visit fees | Medication cost | Insurance | Subscriptions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Amble | No separate visit fee listed; free online assessment | Included: $135 to $179 per month for compounded GLP-1 injections | Not required | No membership fees; same price at every dose |
| GLP-1s for Weight Loss - Online Treatment | $49 initial visit; $49 follow-up chat or video visits | Select GLP-1s from $149 per month self-pay with a manufacturer’s savings card | Eligible commercial insurance may pay as little as $25 per month with a savings card | Pay per visit |
| Affordable, Online GLP-1 Weight Loss Starting at $150 | $49 Family Medicine; $99 Behavioral Health appointments | Pay-per-refill after the first 8 weeks | In-network with most major plans, per the page | No subscriptions or recurring fees after the first 8 weeks, per the page |
| Louisiana GLP-1 Telehealth Weight Loss | $99 per provider visit for brand-name care | Billed separately by your pharmacy for brand-name care; "get started for only $149" | Not stated in the information we reviewed | Not stated in the information we reviewed |
Competitor figures come from the published pages named above and are not Amble's numbers. Terms change; confirm with each provider. More pricing detail is on the GLP-1 cost online page.
"Poor man's Ozempic" is an informal nickname people use online for cheaper substitutes, often supplements or other drugs, that are claimed to act like a GLP-1. It is not a medical term, and those substitutes are not the same as a prescription GLP-1. A licensed provider can tell you which real options fit your budget.
Start from the main guide: can you get GLP-1 online, and how does it work with Amble?
We compared every option on the same four criteria: visit fees, medication cost, insurance, and subscriptions. We ranked first the options whose published price most completely shows what a person without insurance would pay each month, then weighed nationwide availability. We used only figures each option published itself. Read our full methodology.
This page was written by Amble, the business that publishes this site. It is not an independent review, and no outside audit was performed.
Short answers here. Every question is also on the full GLP-1 online FAQ.
The best program is the one that fits your budget, insurance, and medication preference. Amble suits people who want one monthly price with medication, shipping, and support included, no membership fee, and no insurance. People whose insurance covers a brand-name GLP-1 may pay less through a savings-card route.
The nickname is used online for several over-the-counter supplements, most often berberine. These are not GLP-1 medications, they are not a substitute for prescription treatment, and the nickname is not a medical term. Talk to a licensed provider before relying on any supplement for a weight goal.
Brand-name GLP-1 medicines are FDA-approved products made by their manufacturers. Compounded GLP-1s are prepared by pharmacies and are not approved or evaluated by the FDA for safety, efficacy, or quality. Amble’s program offers compounded GLP-1 injections, and a provider can explain which route fits your needs and budget.
It depends on the medication cost. A Louisiana telehealth page lists brand-name care at $99 per provider visit, with medication billed separately by your pharmacy. Amble’s monthly GLP-1 plans, listed at $135 to $179, include the medication if prescribed. Add visit fees and medication together to compare fairly.
If your commercial insurance covers a brand-name GLP-1, a manufacturer’s savings card may cost less. One telehealth page says eligible patients may pay as little as $25 per month that way. If you have no coverage or want one flat price, a cash plan like Amble’s avoids insurance paperwork.
Yes. Amble charges no membership fees. Your monthly plan price covers medication if prescribed, provider review, 24/7 messaging, supplies, and free shipping. Amble also states that the price does not rise when your dose goes up, so the amount you budget in month one stays the same later.
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