Ro vs Hims
Both are direct-to-consumer men's-health platforms with GLP-1 weight-loss programs. Neither publicly bills commercial insurance for membership fees; both offer HSA/FSA payment and cash-pay memberships.
At a glance
| Aspect | Ro | Hims |
|---|---|---|
| Membership fees | Cash-pay memberships from published starting prices; visit fees vary. | Cash-pay memberships from published starting prices; visit fees vary. |
| Insurance | Ro does not bill commercial insurance for its membership; medications may be filled at member's pharmacy with insurance. | Hims does not bill commercial insurance for its membership; medications may be filled at member's pharmacy with insurance. |
| HSA/FSA | Eligible. | Eligible. |
| Care format | Async intake + messaging + video where required by state law. | Async intake + messaging + video where required by state law. |
| Prescription scope | GLP-1 (Wegovy/Zepbound/Ozempic/Mounjaro), ED, hair loss, primary-care Rx (non-controlled). | GLP-1, ED, hair loss, mental-health non-controlled, dermatology. |
- You want the GLP-1 weight-loss program with a physician-led model
- You already use Ro for another service and prefer one login
- You value Ro's compounding pharmacy relationship for personalized Rx
- You want a broader multi-service platform (mental health + dermatology + weight)
- You prefer the Hims/Hers brand ecosystem
- You want the option to add a partner plan under Hers
Things to consider
- Neither service publicly bills commercial insurance for membership fees — check your plan before assuming coverage.
- Controlled substances are not prescribed by either provider.
- GLP-1 availability, formulation, and pricing vary by state and change with FDA shortage-list status.
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Frequently asked questions
Does Ro or Hims accept insurance for the visit?
Neither provider bills commercial insurance for its membership fee. Some medications prescribed through the service can be filled at your preferred pharmacy using your insurance.
Which one is cheaper?
Published starting prices vary by program; check each provider's canonical pricing page and confirm the specific service you need (weight loss, ED, hair loss, mental health) at the time of purchase.
Can both prescribe GLP-1 medications?
Yes — both operate physician-led GLP-1 weight-loss programs that can prescribe branded GLP-1 medications when clinically appropriate. Eligibility, medication availability, and state restrictions apply.