Hims Review
Publicly traded telehealth giant with weight-loss, ED, and hair-loss programs under one roof.
Quick Verdict
Publicly traded telehealth giant with weight-loss, ED, and hair-loss programs under one roof.
The full review below breaks down what you actually pay (program fees vs. real medication cost), who Hims is built for, and where it falls short — so you can decide before you start a consult.
- Both compounded and brand-name GLP-1 access
- Single account spans weight loss, ED, and hair
- Public-company transparency on financials
- Insurance not accepted
- Subscription auto-renewal model
- State availability varies by program
Pros & Cons In Detail
Hims Pricing
Telehealth ads often advertise a low headline price that's the clinic's program fee — not the medication. Here's how the two line items break down at Hims.
| Program / Membership Fee | Included in monthly plan |
| Medication Cost (From) | From $149/mo |
Hims bundles provider visits, prescription, and shipping into a single monthly subscription. Compounded GLP-1 plans and brand-name medications are priced separately, with brand-name GLP-1s reflecting manufacturer list prices.
Who Hims Is For
Hims is best suited to buyers who want a recognizable, publicly traded telehealth platform with broad category coverage and no insurance hassles. The proprietary MedMatch personalization layer matters most to people who plan to stay on the platform across multiple conditions.
Adults who want one publicly traded telehealth brand for weight loss, ED, and hair loss under a single account.
Signature Programs
- ›Compounded GLP-1 weight loss
- ›Brand-name Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic, and Mounjaro
- ›ED and hair-loss multi-category care
Medication Formulary
The Bottom Line
A high-volume operator with one of the widest formularies in telehealth, useful for buyers who want a single login across categories. Look elsewhere if you want a boutique clinic relationship or specialist-grade depth in any one vertical.
With an editor score of 4.5 / 5 across cost, experience, and trust, Hims is one of the top-tier options in the glp-1 weight loss category we cover.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hims actually cost?
Hims's published pricing starts at From $149/mo for medication, with a program/membership fee of Included in monthly plan. Hims bundles provider visits, prescription, and shipping into a single monthly subscription. Compounded GLP-1 plans and brand-name medications are priced separately, with brand-name GLP-1s reflecting manufacturer list prices. Always confirm current pricing on Hims's site before starting a consult — telehealth pricing can change without notice.
What medications does Hims prescribe?
Hims's formulary includes compounded semaglutide, oral semaglutide, sildenafil, and additional options. They also prescribe FDA-approved brand-name medications including Wegovy, Zepbound, Ozempic. The full formulary may shift based on supply, your prescriber's clinical judgement, and insurance coverage.
Is Hims legitimate and licensed?
Hims operates as a telehealth platform that connects patients to licensed clinicians for glp-1 weight loss care. As with any telehealth provider, we recommend verifying clinician licensure in your state, the source pharmacy (especially for compounded medications), and prescription requirements before purchasing. Hims appears in our editorial directory, which means we have publicly verified their basic operational footprint — but this is not a substitute for your own due diligence.
Who is Hims best for?
Hims is best suited to buyers who want a recognizable, publicly traded telehealth platform with broad category coverage and no insurance hassles. The proprietary MedMatch personalization layer matters most to people who plan to stay on the platform across multiple conditions. If your priorities differ — for example, you need a different medication category, prefer a high-touch concierge experience, or have insurance that covers brand-name drugs at a major retailer — another provider in our glp-1 weight loss category may be a better fit.
Can I cancel Hims anytime, and what about refunds?
Most telehealth subscriptions, including Hims's, can be cancelled through the patient portal or by contacting support, but cancellation policies and refund eligibility vary. Compounded-medication shipments are typically non-refundable once dispensed because they are made-to-order. Always read Hims's current terms before your first refill cycle to understand cut-off windows and any auto-renewal behavior.
