Hims GLP-1 Cost: What You'll Really Pay in 2026
Hims GLP-1 cost is two bills, not one. The lowest advertised start is $188 before shipping: $149 for a starting Wegovy® pill or Foundayo™ prescription, plus $39 for the first month's membership. Membership then rises to $149 a month, on top of medicine. The same $149 prescription would total $298, but your refill dose and price can change. Hims is cash-pay, and treatment needs a clinician's approval. Hims lists a $5 standard shipping fee; outside pharmacies set their own shipping terms.
By Weight Loss Provider Guide · Last verified: September 23, 2026 · How we checked
Sources: Hims starting prices; Membership; Shipping policy.
Here's what surprised us: several of Hims's advertised starting prices match the drugmakers' cash prices. But your bill can still more than double by month 3 in the examples below. We show you exactly why — and how to plan for it before you pay a cent.
Your price depends on: your prescribed drug and dose · which offer you qualify for · monthly versus prepaid billing · the pharmacy filling your order · your state. Insurance or Medicare may offer a different route, but Hims does not bill them.
| Hims is a good fit if… | Check another route first if… |
|---|---|
| You're paying cash, want brand-name FDA-approved medicine, and want your provider, refills and tracking in one app. Check whether the plan you choose is monthly or prepaid. | Your insurance covers your prescribed drug, you meet the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge rules, or you already have a doctor who will prescribe it. Those routes may avoid Hims's separate care fee. |
One commitment to check early: Hims's terms say that, after medication is pre-shipped on a prepaid multi-month plan, membership cancellation does not take effect until the medication supply period ends. A monthly-looking price does not always mean you can end the cost next month. Read the weight-loss cancellation terms.
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Hims GLP-1 cost at a glance
| Hims option | Medicine starts at | First-month subtotal | Later subtotal if medicine stays at that price | FDA-approved for weight loss? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wegovy® pill | $149 | $188 | $298 | Yes |
| Foundayo™ pill | $149 | $188 | $298 | Yes |
| Wegovy® pen (weekly shot) | $199 | $238 | $348 | Yes |
| Zepbound® vial or KwikPen® (weekly shot) | $299 | $338 | $448 | Yes |
| Ozempic® pill | $149 | $188 | $298 | No — type 2 diabetes |
| Ozempic® pen | $199 | $238 | $348 | No — type 2 diabetes |
| Mounjaro® and a separate "Zepbound®" listing | $1,899 | $1,938 | $2,048 | Mounjaro: no · Zepbound: yes |
Subtotals = medicine + membership, before shipping, supplies and any applicable tax. These are advertised starting prices, not a quote at every dose. The later column holds medicine at the same price to show the membership change; it is not a refill guarantee. For an order with $5 shipping, the $188 subtotal becomes $193.
Sources: Hims medication menu; Hims membership.
See Hims' current medication options → Membership is $39 your first month (non-refundable). A licensed provider reviews your health history — a prescription isn't guaranteed. No insurance needed.
What is the Hims GLP-1 cost per month by dose?
Hims charges for the medicine and the membership separately. The tables below show drugmaker cash prices plus Hims's membership—not a verified Hims quote at every dose. For example, a $349 Wegovy pen prescription plus the $149 membership would total $498 before other charges.
Hims's public product pages show starting prices. Your own prescribed dose and final quote still need a provider review and plan selection. That's the gap we set out to close.
So we built a dose-by-dose budget reference. Each medicine price comes from the drugmaker's own cash price list—Novo Nordisk for Wegovy and Ozempic, Eli Lilly for Zepbound and Foundayo. We checked the Hims starting prices separately. Use the dose rows to check your quote, not to replace it.
Example bill—not a patient receipt: Wegovy pen 1.7 mg at the $349 drugmaker cash price + Hims membership at $149 = $498, before shipping, supplies and any applicable tax.
Hims Wegovy pill cost (daily pill)
| Dose | NovoCare medicine price | Ongoing Hims membership | Budget if your medicine quote matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.5 mg (starting dose) | $149 | $149 | $298 |
| 4 mg | $199 | $149 | $348 |
| 9 mg | $299 | $149 | $448 |
| 25 mg (usual long-term dose) | $299 | $149 | $448 |
The 4 mg price is $199 on NovoCare's current list. The earlier $149 offer ended August 31, 2026. Do not use a July price as today's quote. Each pill bottle contains a 30-day supply.
Sources: Current Wegovy cash prices; Novo Nordisk offer terms and August cutoff.
Hims Wegovy Pill Microdosing Plan: Hims says the plan stops at 4 mg and is meant for people with about 5–20 pounds to lose. Hims also says microdosing is off-label (used in a way the FDA didn't approve), and that lower doses are unstudied for weight loss and may be less effective. The medicine's approval does not make this low-dose plan an FDA-approved weight-loss regimen.
At NovoCare's current 4 mg price, the budget would be $348 per month with Hims's ongoing membership, before other charges. Hims's public microdose page advertises a $149 starting medicine price; confirm your 4 mg quote. Do not choose a lower dose just to fit a budget. Hims microdosing plan and disclosures.
Hims Wegovy pen cost (weekly shot)
| Dose | NovoCare medicine price | Ongoing Hims membership | Budget if your medicine quote matches |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0.25 mg and 0.5 mg, eligible first two fills | $199 | $149 | $348 |
| 0.25–2.4 mg at the standard self-pay price | $349 | $149 | $498 |
| 7.2 mg (Wegovy® HD) | $399 | $149 | $548 |
The $199 price is Novo Nordisk's offer for eligible new savings-offer or NovoCare patients: two fills at the starting doses, through December 31, 2026. Without that offer, the standard cash price for those doses is $349 too. Each Wegovy pen box contains four weekly doses—a 28-day supply.
Sources: Wegovy pricing and offer conditions; Hims advertised pen price.
Hims Zepbound cost (vial or KwikPen)
| Dose | LillyDirect price with the applicable offer | Price without the higher-dose offer | Ongoing Hims membership | Budget with the applicable offer |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 mg (starting dose) | $299 | $299 | $149 | $448 |
| 5 mg | $399 | $399 | $149 | $548 |
| 7.5 mg | $449 | $499 | $149 | $598 |
| 10, 12.5 or 15 mg | $449 | $699 | $149 | $598 |
Hims offers a route that sends Zepbound prescriptions to LillyDirect®, Eli Lilly's own self-pay pharmacy program. On that route, Lilly's program sets the medicine price. The $449 higher-dose offer applies to the first eligible purchase; to keep it, buy the next refill within 45 days of receiving your previous order.
Without the offer, the medicine plus Hims's ongoing membership would be $648 at 7.5 mg or $848 at 10–15 mg, before supplies and other charges. Vials need syringes; KwikPens need pen needles, sold separately. A month's supply is 28 days. The 2.5 mg dose is a starting dose, not a maintenance dose. Want the full Zepbound walkthrough? See Does Hims provide Zepbound?
Sources: LillyDirect Zepbound prices, supplies and refill terms; Hims LillyDirect announcement.
Hims Foundayo cost (daily pill)
| Dose | Lilly self-pay price with current offers | Regular medicine price | Ongoing Hims membership | Budget with current offers |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0.8 mg (starting dose) | $149 | $149 | $149 | $298 |
| 2.5 mg | $149 through Dec. 31, 2026 | $199 | $149 | $298 |
| 5.5 mg | $199 through Dec. 31, 2026 | $299 | $149 | $348 |
| 9 mg | $299 | $299 | $149 | $448 |
| 14.5 mg and 17.2 mg | $299 with the refill offer | $349 | $149 | $448 |
Foundayo (orforglipron) is Eli Lilly's weight-loss pill, FDA-approved on April 1, 2026. Like Zepbound, it can be filled through Lilly's self-pay program via Hims.
The two temporary discounts above end December 31, 2026. At 14.5 mg and 17.2 mg, the $299 offer applies to the first eligible purchase; continuing it requires a refill purchase within 45 days of the previous delivery. Without that offer, the medicine is $349 and the subtotal with Hims's ongoing membership is $498. A month's supply is 30 days.
Sources: Lilly Foundayo prices and offer terms; FDA approval announcement; Hims access route.
Hims Ozempic cost (for type 2 diabetes)
Hims lists the Ozempic® pill from $149 and the Ozempic® pen from $199 a month, plus membership. Novo Nordisk's current cash guide lists pill doses at $149 (1.5 mg), $199 (4 mg) and $299 (9 mg). The pen's eligible two-fill starter offer is $199 at 0.25 mg and 0.5 mg through December 31, 2026; standard pen prices are $349 for 0.25–1 mg and $499 for 2 mg.
Ozempic is FDA-approved for type 2 diabetes, not weight loss. Hims says it's only for patients who meet its clinical criteria. The higher-dose numbers here are Novo Nordisk prices, not independently checked Hims quotes.
Sources: Hims Ozempic listing; Novo Nordisk Ozempic price guide.
Why does Hims list Zepbound and Mounjaro at $1,899?
Hims's menu shows Mounjaro® and a plain "Zepbound®" listing at $1,899 a month—right next to the Zepbound vial and KwikPen starting at $299. Those are not the same offer. Hims doesn't explain the full price gap on that page. Before selecting the $1,899 Zepbound listing, ask about the vial or KwikPen route and have the provider confirm which presentation fits your prescription. See the Hims medication menu.
Is Hims more expensive than buying the medicine direct?
The complete Hims bill includes a care fee that buying medicine alone does not. Several advertised Hims starting prices match the drugmakers' cash prices, but we did not verify every Hims dose quote. Add membership, shipping, supplies and any applicable tax before comparing totals.
We lined up Hims's prices against the drugmakers' own price lists. Here's what we found.
| Drug and dose | What Hims publicly lists | Drugmaker's current cash price | What we could verify |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wegovy pill 1.5 mg starting option | From $149 | $149 | Starting-price match |
| Wegovy pill 4 mg | Current dose-specific Hims quote not checked | $199 | Manufacturer price only |
| Wegovy pill 9 mg / 25 mg | Current dose-specific Hims quote not checked | $299 | Manufacturer price only |
| Wegovy pen 0.25 / 0.5 mg, eligible first two fills | From $199 | $199 with offer | Starting-price match; offer rules apply |
| Wegovy pen 1–2.4 mg | Current dose-specific Hims quote not checked | $349 | Manufacturer price only |
| Wegovy HD 7.2 mg | Current dose-specific Hims quote not checked | $399 | Manufacturer price only |
| Zepbound vial / KwikPen | From $299; LillyDirect route announced | $299 / $399 / $449 with offers; higher regular prices can apply | Starting-price match and published access route—not a completed order |
| Foundayo starting option | From $149 | $149 | Starting-price match; higher doses have separate offer rules |
| Ozempic pill starting option | From $149 | $149 | Starting-price match |
| Mounjaro / plain "Zepbound" listing | $1,899 | Not established as the same product presentation and offer | Not an apples-to-apples match |
NovoCare® and LillyDirect are the drugmakers' access programs. Prices come from the linked Hims menu, NovoCare Wegovy page, Ozempic price guide, LillyDirect Zepbound page and Foundayo savings terms. Checked September 23, 2026.
What this means for you: a matching starting price is useful, but it does not prove every future Hims quote has no markup. The separate membership is a known cost: $39 to start, then $149 a month on the monthly plan. Compare the same drug, dose, offer and supply period.
The insurance catch
Hims does not take insurance. Not commercial plans, not Medicare, not Medicaid—Hims says it does not bill insurance. If your commercial plan covers Wegovy and you qualify for its savings card, you could pay as little as $25 for the medicine elsewhere; the card's savings are capped at $100 per monthly fill. That is not a guaranteed price for every insured patient.
In that case, Ro is worth comparing: it has an insurance team that handles prior authorization—the paperwork insurers require before they'll pay. Compare Ro vs Hims →
Sources: Hims insurance policy; Wegovy savings-card rules; Ro insurance support.
But on a cash-pay route, there's no insurer approval step. A licensed provider still reviews you, and pharmacy fulfillment still takes time. If you're paying cash anyway and want ongoing online care, the decision is whether the membership is worth the separate fee.
Review what Hims membership includes → See the care fee and what comes with it. Medicine is billed separately.
Do you have to pay Hims before you see your price?
Partly. Hims's starting prices are public, but your prescribed dose and final medication quote follow the clinical review and plan selection. Hims lists a $39 first-month membership to start that process. Its terms say this first membership payment is non-refundable, and membership doesn't guarantee a prescription.
This is the question behind the search. One person put it plainly in the r/HimsWeightloss community on Reddit: "So I have to pay just to see what the pricing is?" Read the discussion.
Here's the honest answer, straight from Hims's terms (last updated August 31, 2026):
| What happens | What it costs you |
|---|---|
| You join the advertised monthly Weight Loss Membership | $39 for the first month. Non-refundable. |
| A licensed provider reviews your health history | Included. Depending on your state, you may not need a video visit. |
| If prescribed, you choose a medication plan | Medicine is billed separately—monthly or upfront, based on the plan. |
| You change your mind about an initial Hims Medication Plan order | The terms require cancellation within 48 hours of submitting payment information; shipped medicine is not refundable. |
| Medicine has shipped | No refund on that medication under Hims's terms. |
| Gifthealth bills the medicine | Gifthealth's own cancellation and refund terms apply. |
The good news: you do not have to go in blind. Use the dose tables above to check the price you're shown. They give you a reference point—not a promise that your quote will be within $50.
4 things to confirm on the checkout screen
- What's charged today? Look for the membership charge and any separate medication payment.
- What renews next month? The advertised monthly membership goes to $149.
- Is the medicine billed monthly or prepaid? Look at the total due, not just the "per month" number. A shipped multi-month plan can also extend the membership commitment.
- Who bills the medicine—Hims or an outside pharmacy? It matters when you cancel. See below.
What does the $149 Hims membership get you?
The Hims Weight Loss Membership covers your provider care, not your medicine. Per Hims's terms, it includes an initial telehealth evaluation, a clinical check-in once a month, dose-change visits as needed, unlimited messaging with providers, care-team support and a private online community. Medicine is always billed on top. Hims membership terms.
Think of the $149 as the price of ongoing access to a prescriber. Here's the full list.
| Included in the membership | Not included |
|---|---|
| First telehealth evaluation | Any medication |
| Clinical check-in once a month | A guaranteed prescription |
| Dose-change visits as needed | Insurance billing |
| Unlimited provider messaging; reply times vary | HSA/FSA eligibility for the membership fee itself |
| Care-team help with treatment questions | Standard shipping on Hims-shipped orders ($5) |
| In-app weight tracking + private Facebook community | Emergency care or a replacement for your usual primary care |
| Hims smart scale (opt-in; Hims lists a $55 retail value) | |
| Partner discounts (HelloFresh, MyFitnessPal, Ladder) |
Sources: Hims membership benefits; HSA/FSA and messaging details; Hims shipping.
Two honest notes. First, "24/7 messaging" means you can send a message any time — not that a provider answers instantly. Second, the scale and discounts are nice, but don't count them as savings. Your card still gets charged $149.
How big a slice is the membership? Twelve monthly membership payments add up to $1,678. That's about 24%–42% of the combined totals in our 12-fill examples below, depending on the drug and plan. It is not a small add-on.
What Hims members say
"My experience—the consultation, ordering, check-ins, and customer service—have all been very positive!" — Roland, 43, published by Hims on hims.com/weight-loss. Hims notes that customers may have been compensated and that results have not been independently verified.
This is one person's reported service experience. It isn't proof of typical results, and it doesn't establish what your bill will be.
How much will Hims cost in your first year?
Twelve monthly membership payments cost $1,678 before medicine. Our examples below combine that fee with 12 medication fills, but 12 fills are not always a full year of treatment. A real first-year budget must count the refill dates and prices that apply to you.
We followed clearly stated dose paths and added the membership. Your provider decides your real doses, so treat these as budget examples—not a treatment plan or a verified Hims annual quote.
Each example assumes one fill at each listed starting dose, then the remaining fills at the final listed dose. The Foundayo example uses all six doses. Membership stays at $39 for payment one and $149 for the next eleven. Prices are held at today's published drugmaker rates except for the offer scenarios stated below.
| Drug and example dose path | Medicine: 12 fills | Membership: 12 monthly payments | Combined 12-fill budget | Total divided by 12—not a monthly quote |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wegovy pill: 1.5 → 4 → 9 → 25 mg | $3,338 | $1,678 | $5,016 | $418 |
| Wegovy pen: 0.25 → 0.5 → 1 → 1.7 → 2.4 mg | $3,888 | $1,678 | $5,566 | About $464 |
| Foundayo: 0.8 → 2.5 → 5.5 → 9 → 14.5 → 17.2 mg | $3,188–$3,738 | $1,678 | $4,866–$5,416 | About $406–$451 |
| Zepbound: 2.5 → 5 mg, then stays at 5 mg | $4,688 | $1,678 | $6,366 | About $531 |
| Zepbound: 2.5 → 5 → 7.5 → 10 mg | $5,188 | $1,678 | $6,866 | About $572 |
| Wegovy Pill Microdosing Plan: 1.5 → 4 mg; off-label | $2,338 | $1,678 | $4,016 | About $335 |
Before shipping, supplies, visits outside the membership and any applicable tax. These are manufacturer-price calculations plus Hims membership, not six verified Hims checkout quotes.
Offer assumptions: The Wegovy pen example uses two eligible $199 starter fills, then $349 fills. The higher-dose Zepbound example keeps the $449 refill offer. Foundayo's lower total uses the temporary $149 price at 2.5 mg, $199 at 5.5 mg and the $299 higher-dose refill offer; its upper total uses regular prices. Those two early-dose discounts must apply when you purchase them, and the refill offer must remain available. Do not extend an expiring offer into a future year by default.
The calendar catch: Twelve 28-day fills cover 336 days, not a year. Thirteen cover 364 days, so a 365-day budget can include another purchase near the end, depending on when refills are billed. Twelve 30-day pill bottles cover 360 days. Count actual charges within your chosen dates rather than calling every 12-fill total a first-year price.
Sources: Wegovy prices and supply sizes; Zepbound offer and supply size; Foundayo offers and supply size; Membership fee.
Why your bill can more than double by month 3
| Example | First fill + first membership payment | Second fill + ongoing membership | Third fill + ongoing membership |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wegovy pill: 1.5 → 4 → 9 mg | $188 | $348 | $448 |
| Wegovy pen: 0.25 → 0.5 → 1 mg, starter offer applies | $238 | $348 | $498 |
| Foundayo: 0.8 → 2.5 → 5.5 mg, temporary offers apply | $188 | $298 | $348 |
| Zepbound: 2.5 → 5 → 7.5 mg, higher-dose offer applies | $338 | $548 | $598 |
Two things can happen at once. The membership jumps $110 after month one. And a change in dose can raise the medicine price. For the Wegovy pill and pen examples, the third combined subtotal is more than twice the first. Budget for month 3, not month 1.
These examples pair one medicine fill with one membership payment. Their billing dates may not line up. Your clinician may also keep you at a dose longer; the table is not a reason to move up.
What the membership alone adds up to
| Months of membership | Membership fees only |
|---|---|
| 1 | $39 |
| 3 | $337 |
| 6 | $784 |
| 12 | $1,678 |
Work it out: the Hims True-Cost Worksheet
| Copy this from your quote | Your number or date |
|---|---|
| Drug, dose and supply length | __________ |
| Membership charge due now | __________ |
| Medicine charge due now, including any prepayment | __________ |
| Shipping, supplies and any applicable tax | __________ |
| Total due now: add the three charges above | __________ |
| Next membership charge and date | __________ |
| Next medication charge and date | __________ |
| Confirmed refill price, or Not confirmed | __________ |
| Pharmacy that bills the medicine | __________ |
| Date any offer ends | __________ |
| Date cancellation would actually take effect | __________ |
Already have a quote from Hims? Copy your real numbers into this worksheet. Add the charges due now. Then count the membership payments and medication orders due in the next 3, 6 or 12 months.
No refill quote yet? Mark it "not confirmed"—don't turn an unknown into zero or assume the starter offer repeats. Keep medication, membership and pharmacy charges separate. Use the HSA example below only for eligible medicine costs, and compare the same drug and supply period in the alternatives table.
Save or print the worksheet before you pay. The next step is simple: confirm any blank that could change your bill. Your provider decides your drug and dose.
See the Wegovy pill's current Hims starting offer → Compare the offer with your worksheet. The clinical review and your final quote still come next.
How do you avoid surprise Hims charges?
Hims bills your membership and your medication as two separate subscriptions. Canceling the medication does not cancel the $149 membership, and Hims's terms require you to cancel at least 2 days before your originally scheduled billing date. Renewals can be charged up to 2 days early, and your first renewal may be charged early too. Hims weight-loss billing terms.
We read Hims's weight-loss terms and help-center rules to put the billing checks in one place. Keep your own order summary too—it shows the plan you actually chose.
1. Canceling the medicine keeps the membership running
Hims's help center says it directly: if you cancel only the medication, your membership stays active and keeps billing. Canceling the membership also cancels an active Hims Medication Plan. Medication billed by an outside pharmacy needs a separate check with that pharmacy. Hims cancellation instructions.
Here's what that can cost. Say you stop your medication after month 3 but forget the membership. Nine more months at $149 is $1,341 — for care you aren't using. This is a billing example, not advice to stop treatment; discuss medicine changes with your clinician.
2. The cancel deadline is based on your original billing date
- Cancel at least 2 days before your next billing date for the membership or the medication.
- Your first renewal may be charged early "to prevent any discontinuity in treatment."
- Later renewals may be charged or shipped up to 2 days early.
- The 2-day deadline is counted from your originally scheduled billing date — even if the charge comes early.
Translation: don't wait until the last minute. Set a reminder a few days before each renewal.
3. Your medicine may be billed by a different company
For some drugs, Hims can't fill the prescription through its own pharmacies. Hims's terms say those prescriptions — for drugmaker self-pay programs like Lilly's — may go to Gifthealth, an outside pharmacy. If that happens:
| Charge | Who bills you | Where you manage cancellation |
|---|---|---|
| Hims membership ($149 on the ongoing monthly plan) | Hims | Hims app or account ("My Subscriptions") |
| Medicine filled and billed by Gifthealth | Gifthealth | Directly with Gifthealth, under its own terms |
Canceling with Gifthealth doesn't cancel your Hims membership. And you must keep your membership active (and do your monthly check-ins) to keep that prescription active. Hims terms: Gifthealth.
4. Dose changes can change your price
A higher dose can raise your medicine bill, but not every dose increase changes the price. Here's a calculated example—not a customer report: a $349 Wegovy pen quote plus the $39 first membership payment is $388; the same medicine with the ongoing membership is $498.
Someone starting above an offer's eligible doses may not get the $199 medicine price. If you're switching from another GLP-1, ask what drug and dose the clinician recommends, then confirm the matching price before buying the medication. Wegovy offer doses and prices.
5. The $39 is gone once you join
Hims's terms say the first-month membership fee is non-refundable. Treat it as a payment for the membership and review process—not a refundable hold while you shop. Know this going in. Hims membership cancellation terms.
6. A prepaid medicine plan can keep the membership running longer
Hims's terms say that, if medication has already been pre-shipped on a prepaid multi-month plan, membership cancellation does not take effect until the medication supply period ends. Refunds for partially used periods are not guaranteed, and shipped medication is not refundable.
Before prepaying, ask for the total commitment: medicine already purchased, membership charges through that supply period, and the date cancellation would take effect. A lower monthly-looking medicine price can come with a longer commitment. Read the prepaid-plan cancellation clause.
The FTC lawsuit — what it is, and what it isn't
On July 29, 2026, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Utah and California—acting through Los Angeles County Counsel—sued Hims & Hers. The complaint alleges problems with subscription disclosures, cancellation, early refill charges and sharing health information with advertising platforms. These are allegations, not court findings. The FTC lists the case as pending as of this check.
Hims disputes the claims and says it will defend the case. Its current terms also say it will give advance notice before subscription price changes. The checklist below helps you track your charges; it does not guarantee a refund or resolve the privacy allegations.
Sources: FTC case page and filings; Hims's response; Current subscription terms.
Do these 5 things the day you join
- Screenshot your order summary—drug, dose, supply length, both prices and any upfront payment.
- Open "My Subscriptions" and write down both renewal dates: membership and medication. Check the pharmacy's account too if it bills you separately.
- Set a phone reminder several days before each one. The first renewal may be charged early, so check its timing rather than relying on one reminder.
- Ask your provider what dose you might use next, then get the actual refill quote. Do not treat our reference tables as your prescription.
- If Gifthealth bills your medicine, save its contact information. Manage that bill with Gifthealth, and your membership with Hims. If you prepaid, also record when cancellation can take effect.
To cancel at Hims: go to My Subscriptions → Manage subscription → turn off auto-renew for the medication, the membership, or both, and finish the confirmation steps. You can also call Hims at 1-800-368-0038. Check the effective date, especially for a prepaid plan. If canceling easily is your top priority, see our list of GLP-1 providers with easy cancellation.
Sources: Hims cancellation instructions; Timing and phone number.
Check Hims' membership terms before joining → Confirm the payment schedule and cancellation date before you commit. Canceling future renewals does not guarantee a refund.
Can you use insurance, HSA/FSA, or Klarna at Hims?
Hims is cash-pay only and does not bill insurance, Medicare or Medicaid. Hims says medication fees are HSA/FSA eligible, but its membership fee is not. Klarna monthly financing is offered on eligible treatment plans, subject to approval and the terms shown at checkout.
| Payment option | At Hims? | What to know |
|---|---|---|
| Commercial insurance | No | Hims does not bill it. Elsewhere, eligible commercially insured patients whose plan covers Wegovy may pay as little as $25 with the savings card; maximum savings are $100 per monthly fill. |
| Medicare or Medicaid | No insurance billing | The Medicare option below is a separate route, not Hims coverage. |
| HSA / FSA (tax-free health accounts) | Medicine only, per Hims | The membership fee is not eligible, per Hims. HSA/FSA cards cannot be the saved Hims payment method; Hims describes paying with a regular card and seeking reimbursement. Follow your account administrator's rules. |
| Klarna | Eligible plans | Hims documents monthly financing through WebBank. Check interest, fees and total repayment—not just the installment. See Does Hims accept Klarna? |
| Affirm | Not named in the Hims payment documents we checked | Do not assume direct checkout support. See Does Hims accept Affirm? |
Sources: Hims insurance policy; HSA/FSA rules; Klarna plans; Accepted payments; Wegovy savings conditions.
What an HSA can save you: as a simple federal income-tax example, an eligible $349 HSA contribution that reduces taxable income at a 22% rate would save $76.78. A later qualified reimbursement from that HSA does not create a second tax deduction. The $149 membership is excluded under Hims's stated policy. Your actual tax result and reimbursement depend on your eligibility and account rules. IRS HSA guidance.
On Medicare Part D? Don't pay Hims's cash price before checking the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge, which runs July 1, 2026 through December 31, 2027. Eligible members can get Wegovy tablets or injections, Zepbound KwikPen or Foundayo for $50 per month's supply through this separate program.
Part D enrollment alone is not enough. You must meet the program's clinical rules and have a provider submit the required prior authorization. The rules include BMI thresholds and, for some thresholds, specific health conditions. The $50 drug copay is not a promise that medical visits or every other cost is covered. See GLP-1 options that work with Medicare →
Sources: Medicare eligibility and covered drug forms; CMS Bridge dates and rules.
Is there a cheaper way to get the same GLP-1?
Sometimes. A matching medicine price does not make the full bill the same. You may pay less through covered insurance, the Medicare Bridge if you qualify, a lower-fee care plan, or your own doctor. Hims and Ro both advertise $39 for the first membership month and $149 for an ongoing monthly plan, but compare the same prescription and offer.
Here's the same reference case—the Wegovy pen with two eligible $199 fills and ten $349 fills—compared across the routes below. The medicine totals $3,888 for 12 fills. This is a common-price model, not a checked personal quote from every provider.
| Route | One $349 medicine fill + ongoing care fee | 12-fill comparison | Best fit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hims (monthly membership) | $498, if the medicine quote matches | $5,566 with 12 membership payments | Cash pay and ongoing online care; check prepayment terms |
| Hers (Hims's sister brand) | $498, if the medicine quote matches | $5,566 under the same assumptions | Women-focused brand; confirm your own quote |
| Ro (monthly membership) | $498 at the listed medicine and membership rates | $5,566 under the same assumptions | Cash pay or help seeking insurance coverage |
| Ro (yearly membership, paid upfront) | $349 + the quoted annual membership's monthly equivalent; advertised as low as $74/month | $3,888 + the actual prepaid care charge, with any introductory payment counted once | Comparing a longer upfront commitment with monthly care |
| Your own doctor → NovoCare | $349 + visit costs | $3,888 + visits | Already have a prescriber |
| Insurance that covers Wegovy + savings card | Medicine as low as $25 for eligible patients; care fees extra | Depends on coverage, card limits, fills and visits | Qualifying commercially insured patients |
| Medicare GLP-1 Bridge | $50 medicine copay if eligible; other costs separate | $600 for 12 copays, not a guaranteed full-year total | Part D members meeting the Bridge rules |
Ro: "Get started for $39, then as low as $74/month with annual plan paid upfront." Do not multiply a rounded monthly headline and assume it is the exact checkout charge, or add the introductory month twice. Medicine and any care outside the membership are separate. Visit costs with your own doctor vary.
Sources: Hims fees; Hers public offer; Ro membership and dose prices; NovoCare prices; Medicare costs.
The fair trade-off: monthly billing can limit how much you pay upfront, but Hims also has prepaid plans and related cancellation conditions. A yearly plan elsewhere can lower the monthly equivalent while putting more cash at risk if you leave early. Compare the amount due now and the refund terms—not just the monthly headline.
One more to ask about: Novo Nordisk announced 12-month Wegovy subscriptions at $249 per month through selected telehealth partners in March 2026. The announcement covered Wegovy pens, excluding Wegovy HD at launch, and 9 mg/25 mg pills. It named Ro, WeightWatchers and LifeMD at launch, with Hims & Hers planned later.
That announcement is not proof that the offer is available in your Hims checkout today. Ask whether your drug and dose qualify, what must be prepaid, whether care fees are extra and whether another discount can be combined. Hims's general multi-month terms do not by themselves confirm this specific offer. Read Novo Nordisk’s announcement.
Check your GLP-1 insurance coverage free with Ro → For readers whose commercial plan might cover a supported medication. Ro's insurance team handles prior authorization; the insurer decides coverage.
Is Hims worth the cost for you?
Hims can be worth the cost for cash-pay adults who want brand-name, FDA-approved GLP-1 medicine and want their provider, refills and tracking in one app. It is less compelling when covered insurance, a qualifying Medicare Bridge route or an existing prescriber can meet the same need at a lower total cost. Check the actual commitment before choosing a prepaid plan.
This is our editorial take, based on the prices and terms above. Find yourself below.
| If you are… | Your best move |
|---|---|
| Paying cash and want a daily pill | Ask about Hims Wegovy pill or Foundayo—advertised starting medicine + membership totals $188 before other charges. |
| Paying cash and want a weekly shot | Compare Hims Wegovy pen or Zepbound—your provider helps choose. |
| Hoping to lose just a few pounds | Ask a clinician whether medication is appropriate. A small weight-loss goal alone does not establish eligibility, and Hims's microdose plan is off-label. |
| A woman who wants a women-focused brand | Hers has the same published starting membership rate; compare the quote and terms for your plan. |
| Covered by commercial insurance, or want prior-authorization help | Ro is an option to compare for supported medications. |
| On Medicare Part D | Check the Medicare GLP-1 Bridge clinical and authorization rules before assuming the $50 copay applies. |
| Already have a doctor who'll prescribe | Ask about NovoCare or LillyDirect. Those medicine routes do not require Hims membership, but your doctor's care can still cost money. |
| Hate paying any membership fee | Compare GLP-1 programs without a membership fee, including the medication type and full cost. |
Choosing Hims means paying a separate fee for a prescriber and support. If that's what gets you started—and keeps you going—that can be a fair trade. Just start with the real number: the medicine quote, the care fee and the commitment you've chosen.
Review Hims' GLP-1 options and starting prices → Compare the pill and injection options, then confirm your prescribed dose, state availability and total charge.
Women: See Hers weight-loss options →
Why do other sites say Hims costs $199, $69, or $1,899?
Many Hims prices online describe older offers or different medicines. Hims advertised compounded semaglutide—a pharmacy-made drug that is not FDA-approved—from $199 a month before its March 2026 shift toward branded GLP-1s. The current branded program separates medicine from membership, but the company has described limited compounded access rather than a complete end to it.
If a page shows a price that doesn't match our tables, check its date. Here's what each old number was.
| Price you may see | What it refers to | How to read it now |
|---|---|---|
| $199/month | Historical compounded semaglutide advertising, launched in May 2024 | Not a current all-in quote for the branded program. Some current branded starter offers also use $199, so check the product. |
| $49 first month | A brief compounded semaglutide pill introductory offer in February 2026 | Not today's FDA-approved Wegovy or Foundayo pill offer. The compounded-pill offer was withdrawn in February, not at the March branded launch. |
| $69–$79/month | Older advertising for oral weight-loss kits of non-GLP-1 medicines | Not a GLP-1 price. Compare the actual medicine and plan. |
| $1,899/month | Separate current Mounjaro and "Zepbound" listings on Hims's menu | Not the $299-starting vial/KwikPen offer; ask which presentation and route you are being quoted. |
| $149 + $149 | A $149 starting medicine price plus ongoing monthly membership | A conditional subtotal, not a guaranteed maintenance-dose price. |
Sources: Historical oral-kit pricing. The February withdrawal was announced in Hims's February 7 statement, reproduced in Pharmaceutical Executive.
The timeline: On March 9, 2026, Hims announced its Novo Nordisk collaboration and a shift away from advertising compounded GLP-1s. It described limited compounded access for patients whose clinical needs cannot be met by available FDA-approved options. On March 26, it launched the new branded Wegovy/Ozempic access and separate membership. On April 23, it announced Zepbound and Foundayo access through Lilly's self-pay route.
Sources: May 2024 $199 launch; March 9 strategy; March 26 branded launch; April 23 Lilly access.
A regulatory fact worth keeping with the old prices: In a September 9, 2025 warning letter, FDA objected to Hims's compounded-semaglutide advertising, including claims that implied equivalence to approved drugs. That letter concerned compounded-product marketing; it is not a finding that branded Wegovy or Zepbound lacks FDA approval. Read the FDA warning letter.
Were you a Hims compounded customer? Your account's renewal notice shows your actual terms. Compounded GLP-1s are not FDA-approved, and they aren't the same as Wegovy or Zepbound. If you're weighing that trade-off, our Hims GLP-1 reviews and Is Hims GLP-1 FDA-approved? pages cover it. FDA on unapproved GLP-1 drugs.
How we checked these prices
We checked Hims's public starting prices, membership details and billing policies on September 23, 2026. We then assembled separate drugmaker price tables and added Hims's membership to create labeled budget examples. A public starting-price match is not verification of every dose at Hims checkout.
Weight Loss Provider Guide is an independent comparison resource for GLP-1 telehealth providers. This page exists to make the cost and commitment easier to check before you pay. It is not medical advice; your prescribing clinician decides whether a medicine and dose are appropriate.
What we actually verified
| Checked at the source on September 23, 2026 | Where | What the check establishes |
|---|---|---|
| Hims's current menu and advertised starting prices | Hims weight loss | Public listings—not an individual checkout quote |
| Membership: $39 first month, then $149 on the monthly plan | Hims membership | Separate care fee; no prescription guarantee |
| Nonrefundable first membership month, refund conditions, two-day cutoff, early renewals, prepaid-plan restriction and Gifthealth billing | Hims Terms, updated August 31, 2026 | Published contract terms—not a tested cancellation |
| $5 standard shipping; injectable products cannot ship to P.O. boxes | Hims shipping policy | General Hims shipping policy; outside-pharmacy terms differ |
| Canceling medicine alone leaves membership active | Hims cancellation instructions | Documented account process |
| HSA/FSA treatment of medicine and membership | Hims FAQ | Hims's stated reimbursement rules |
| Microdosing stops at 4 mg and is off-label | Hims microdosing plan | Provider's description and limitations—not proof of effectiveness |
| Zepbound and Foundayo access through LillyDirect | Hims April 23 announcement | An announced prescribing route—not a completed pharmacy order |
| Wegovy and Ozempic manufacturer prices | NovoCare Wegovy; Ozempic price guide | Drugmaker price references, supply sizes and offer conditions |
| Zepbound offers, regular prices and 45-day condition | LillyDirect Zepbound | Current self-pay program terms |
| Foundayo dose prices and temporary discounts | Lilly Foundayo savings terms | Current manufacturer ladder, not the draft's older July summary |
| FTC lawsuit and company response | FTC case page; Hims response | Pending allegations and the company's position |
| FDA's 2025 compounded-marketing warning | FDA warning letter | Historical regulatory action about the advertising described in the letter |
| Ro membership and medicine prices | Ro pricing | Public rates and prepayment language, not a personal annual checkout |
| Medicare Bridge dates and eligibility | CMS; Medicare | Program rules—not automatic approval for every Part D member |
What we did not verify
- Hims's price at every dose. Its public starting prices were checked. The remaining dose references come from current manufacturer lists, not a completed Hims checkout.
- Your exact offer or plan. We did not confirm which prepaid offer, shipping fee, pharmacy or dose price an individual patient will see.
- Your final 12-month cost. Future prescriptions, refill timing, price changes and discount eligibility can change it.
- Delivery speed or customer support performance. We did not buy medication, time a response or test a cancellation.
- A complete state-by-state list. Hims says GLP-1s are not available in all 50 states. Confirm your location during intake.
- Current availability of Novo Nordisk's $249 subscription through Hims. The older launch announcement is not a current patient quote.
How we did the math
- One-fill subtotal = medicine quote + $149 membership, or $39 for the first membership payment. Add the shipping, supplies and applicable tax shown for your order.
- 12-fill model = the sum of 12 stated medicine prices + $1,678 for 12 monthly membership payments. It is not automatically a 365-day budget.
- Actual date-based budget = all membership charges and medicine purchases falling within your chosen dates, with prepaid charges counted when due. Missing future prices stay "not confirmed."
- HSA illustration = an eligible contribution × the assumed marginal tax rate. Do not count the same tax benefit again when reimbursing yourself. Membership is excluded under Hims's policy.
- Shipping, supplies, outside visits and applicable tax are excluded from model tables unless a row says otherwise.
Spot something out of date? Tell us through our editorial standards page. We update the "Last verified" date only when we actually re-check.
Hims GLP-1 cost FAQ
The key is to separate the medicine quote from the care fee. Starting prices, refill offers and cancellation dates can each change what you pay, so compare all three before joining.
How much does Hims GLP-1 cost per month?
Hims GLP-1 cost starts at $188 for a $149 medicine option plus the $39 first membership month, before other charges. Membership then becomes $149 a month. A $149 medicine quote would total $298; higher doses, expired offers or different listings can cost more. Hims prices.
Is the Hims membership $149 a month, and does it include medication?
Yes, it's $39 for the first month and $149 a month after that. No, it doesn't include medication — the medicine is always billed separately. Hims membership pricing.
How much is the Wegovy pill at Hims?
Hims advertises the Wegovy pill from $149, plus membership. NovoCare's current reference prices are $149 at 1.5 mg, $199 at 4 mg and $299 at 9 mg or 25 mg. Confirm your prescribed-dose price with Hims. Hims pill offer; NovoCare dose prices.
How much is Zepbound at Hims?
Hims advertises Zepbound vial or KwikPen from $299. LillyDirect lists $299 at 2.5 mg, $399 at 5 mg and $449 at higher doses with its refill offer; regular higher-dose prices can be $499 or $699. Add Hims membership and any supplies. Do not confuse that route with the separate $1,899 listing. Hims menu; LillyDirect terms.
How much is Foundayo at Hims?
Hims advertises Foundayo from $149, plus membership. Lilly temporarily lists 2.5 mg at $149 and 5.5 mg at $199 through December 31, 2026; 9 mg is $299, and 14.5/17.2 mg are $349 or $299 with the refill offer. Your final pharmacy quote must confirm eligibility. Hims Foundayo; Lilly terms.
How much is the Hims GLP-1 microdose plan?
Hims advertises the plan from $149 for medicine. It stops at 4 mg; at NovoCare's current $199 price for that dose, medicine plus ongoing Hims membership would be $348 before other charges. Confirm the Hims quote. The microdose plan is off-label, and Hims says the lower doses are unstudied for weight loss. Hims plan disclosures; NovoCare prices.
Does Hims still sell compounded semaglutide?
Hims shifted its advertised program toward FDA-approved branded drugs in March 2026, but described limited compounded access when a patient's clinical needs cannot be met by available approved options. That is not the same as saying it stopped all compounding. Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved. Hims March announcement.
Does Hims take insurance?
No. Hims is cash-pay only and doesn't bill commercial insurance, Medicare or Medicaid. If your plan covers a GLP-1, you may pay far less through a route that bills insurance. Hims insurance policy.
Can I use my HSA or FSA at Hims?
Yes for the medicine, no for the membership. Pay with a regular card and submit your receipt for reimbursement — Hims says HSA/FSA cards can't be saved as your payment method. Follow your account administrator's reimbursement rules. Hims HSA/FSA FAQ.
Is the $39 first month refundable?
No. Hims's terms say the first month's membership fee is non-refundable, even if you aren't prescribed medication. Hims terms.
How do I cancel Hims weight loss?
Go to My Subscriptions → Manage subscription → turn off auto-renew and finish the prompts, or call 1-800-368-0038. Check both membership and medication. Hims's two-day deadline uses the originally scheduled billing date; a pre-shipped multi-month plan can delay when cancellation takes effect. Manage outside-pharmacy billing separately. Cancellation instructions; Hims terms.
Does Hims charge shipping?
Yes. Hims lists a $5 standard shipping fee. If an outside pharmacy like Gifthealth fills your medicine, its own shipping terms apply. Hims shipping policy.
Is Hims cheaper than Ro?
Their advertised monthly membership rates match: $39 first month, then $149. That does not prove every medicine quote or offer matches. Ro advertises ongoing membership as low as $74/month with an annual plan paid upfront and helps seek coverage for supported medicines. Compare the actual upfront charge and prescription. Ro prices and terms.
Is Hers the same price as Hims?
Hers is Hims's sister brand and advertises the same starting membership fee and several matching medicine starting prices. That does not guarantee identical dose quotes, discounts or payment schedules for every patient. Hers public prices; Hims public prices.
Is Hims legit?
Hims & Hers Health is a publicly traded company (NYSE: HIMS) that connects patients with licensed providers and offers access to branded medicines. That does not settle every question about billing, care or a specific compounded product. This page includes the pending FTC case and FDA's historical compounded-marketing warning; for broader experiences, see our Hims GLP-1 reviews. Company announcement.
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