Ro and Medvi prescribe the same GLP-1 medications — so what really separates them is the care around the prescription. Ro is our pick for most established brand; Medvi, for best for simple glp-1 access. Here's how they stack up, category by category.
Bottom line: Ro wins
Ro takes it on scale, logistics and brand reassurance. Medvi is the value-minded alternative if you don't need the brand name and want a quicker, lighter experience.
Round by round
We scored both programs on the six things that actually decide a weight-loss plan. Ro takes 5, Medvi takes 1. Here's how each category shook out.
Clinical support
How much real clinician time, messaging and follow-up you get. Ro scores 9.2 to 8.4 — clearly ahead.
Medication access
The range of GLP-1 options and how easily the plan adapts. Ro scores 9.3 to 8.9 — a step ahead.
Value
What you get for the money, judged against comparable programs. Medvi scores 8.7 to 8.4 — a step ahead.
Onboarding
How quickly and painlessly you can get started. Ro scores 9.0 to 8.8 — just ahead.
App & tracking
The quality of the day-to-day tools. Ro scores 9.2 to 8.0 — clearly ahead.
Transparency
How clearly pricing and terms are laid out up front. Ro scores 8.8 to 8.4 — a step ahead.
Where they differ most
The clearest daylight between them shows up in app & tracking, where Ro leads 9.2 to 8.0 and clinical support, where Ro leads 9.2 to 8.4. Zoom out and the split is simple: Ro is our pick for most established brand, while Medvi earns Medvi's place as best for simple glp-1 access.
On onboarding, there's little to separate them — both land within a couple of tenths, so those categories won't decide your choice.
Pricing: Ro vs Medvi
Medvi is the more budget-friendly of the two ($$, mid-range), while Ro sits higher ($$$, premium). Remember that prices move constantly and depend on your dose, so treat the tiers as a guide and confirm the current number with each provider. The figure that matters is the total monthly cost once you reach your maintenance dose — a cheap starter price can climb. We unpack this in how much compounded semaglutide costs.
The specs, side by side
| Ro | Medvi | |
|---|---|---|
| Editor rating | 9.1/10 · Excellent | 8.5/10 · Great |
| Best for | Most established brand | Best for simple GLP-1 access |
| Clinician support | Extensive | Solid |
| Medication access | Extensive | Strong |
| Ease of starting | Strong | Strong |
| Value for money | Solid | Strong |
| Typical price | $$$ · Premium | $$ · Mid-range |
Which should you pick?
Common questions
Is Ro better than Medvi?
In our scoring, Ro comes out ahead — 9.1/10 to 8.5/10, winning 5 of the six categories we rate. That makes it our pick for most people. Medvi is still the better choice if you want a simpler, faster route and care less about the brand.
Which is cheaper, Ro or Medvi?
Medvi is the cheaper option. Medvi is the more budget-friendly of the two ($$, mid-range), while Ro sits higher ($$$, premium). Whichever you lean toward, compare the total cost at your maintenance dose — not just the introductory price.
Do Ro and Medvi prescribe the same medications?
Both work from the same GLP-1 toolkit — semaglutide and/or tirzepatide, branded or compounded depending on the plan. On medication access and flexibility, Ro scores a little higher in our review. Availability of any specific product shifts over time, so confirm current options with each provider.
Which has better clinician support, Ro or Medvi?
Ro edges ahead on clinical support in our scoring — that's the depth of real clinician time and follow-up you get. Both include a genuine medical review; the difference is how much ongoing access comes with it.
Are Ro and Medvi legit?
Both meet the bar we score for: a real evaluation by a licensed clinician before any prescription, clear medication information, and a way to reach someone with questions. Neither should issue a GLP-1 without a proper review.
Which has the better app, Ro or Medvi?
Ro has the edge on day-to-day tools and tracking in our scoring. If living in an app and logging progress matters to you, that's worth weighing; if you mostly want the medication handled, it matters less.
Can I switch between Ro and Medvi?
Generally, yes. Neither program locks you into a long contract, so if you start with one and it isn't the right fit you can move to the other. Just never stop or change a GLP-1 medication without talking to your clinician first.
Our pick: Ro
Ro came out ahead across our scoring. Check its current plans and offer directly with the provider.
View Ro plans →Both programs are scored with the same independent methodology. We may earn a commission from either provider — it changes nothing about the scores or the verdict. Pricing tiers are relative; confirm current prices with each provider. Nothing here is medical advice.