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Arc-1 vs HelloWellness

Compare the prices, treatment options and tradeoffs that matter before you choose a GLP-1 program.

By The WeighLab Bench. Provider verification dates appear below.

Arc-1

Provider comparison

Shoppers starting on a low dose who are comfortable with a price that rises as the dose goes up.

Semaglutide / month
$199.99/mo0.5 mg starting dose, compounded; $249.99 at 1 mg, $549.99 at 2.5 mg
Tirzepatide / month
$199.99/mo2.5 mg starting dose, compounded; $249.99 at 5 mg, $399.99 at 7.5 mg
Index 57/100 · Grade CChecked October 2026

Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved. Understand the medication options.

Check Arc-1 pricing Read review

HelloWellness

Provider comparison

Patients comfortable paying for a supply up front who will verify the renewal date and cancellation rules before ordering.

Semaglutide / month
~$157.18/mo equivalent average ($399 upfront, then every 11 weeks; compounded)
Tirzepatide / month
~$196.58/mo equivalent average ($499 upfront, then every 11 weeks; compounded; cadence conflict)
Index 56/100 · Grade CChecked October 2026

Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved. Understand the medication options.

Check HelloWellness pricing Read review

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The comparison in brief

Arc-1 has the higher Cost-Efficiency Index: 57/100 versus 56/100. That is a value comparison under our published methodology, not a measure of medical suitability or a guarantee of results.

The better fit depends on what is included in your quote. A lower advertised price can require prepayment, apply to a starting dose or leave out a separate fee.

How the comparison is scored

Costs & coverage

Published prices with their terms intact. Annual estimates account for billing frequency and known fixed required fees; they are not a treatment quote.

Arc-1

HelloWellness

Semaglutide / month
Arc-1: $199.99/mo0.5 mg starting dose, compounded; $249.99 at 1 mg, $549.99 at 2.5 mg
HelloWellness: ~$157.18/mo equivalent average ($399 upfront, then every 11 weeks; compounded)
Tirzepatide / month
Arc-1: $199.99/mo2.5 mg starting dose, compounded; $249.99 at 5 mg, $399.99 at 7.5 mg
HelloWellness: ~$196.58/mo equivalent average ($499 upfront, then every 11 weeks; compounded; cadence conflict)
Semaglutide / year (modeled)
Arc-1: $2,400
HelloWellness: $1,886
Tirzepatide / year (modeled)
Arc-1: $2,400
HelloWellness: $2,359
State availability
Arc-1: Coverage not published
HelloWellness: Coverage not published
Oral / sublingual option listed
Arc-1: Not listed
HelloWellness: Not listed
Brand-name access listed
Arc-1: Not confirmed
HelloWellness: Not confirmed
Provider facts checked
Arc-1: October 2026
HelloWellness: October 2026

Comparing different billing plans? See what a GLP-1 monthly price can leave out, or calculate the monthly cost.

Which program fits your priorities?

The strengths and limitations behind each provider's score. Read the full review before deciding.

Arc-1

Shoppers starting on a low dose who are comfortable with a price that rises as the dose goes up.

Reasons to consider it

  • Each dose has its own price in the cart, so you can see what moving up will cost
  • Free consultation and free shipping, with no separate visit fee
  • Named founder physician (Dr. Todd Stearns)

What to weigh up

  • Prices rise steeply with the dose: semaglutide goes from $199.99 to $549.99 a month
  • The tirzepatide product page says 'starting at $149/month', but the lowest dose in the cart is $199.99
  • No compounding pharmacy is named and no state list is published

Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved. Understand the medication options.

Check Arc-1 pricing Read the full Arc-1 review

HelloWellness

Patients comfortable paying for a supply up front who will verify the renewal date and cancellation rules before ordering.

Reasons to consider it

  • Publishes the upfront totals and renewal interval before intake
  • Promises a full refund if the provider does not approve treatment
  • Includes medication, injection supplies, shipping and provider messaging

What to weigh up

  • The $133/$166 advertised figures divide the upfront charge by three; charges actually repeat every 11 weeks
  • A tirzepatide footer says every 10 weeks, which would average about $216.23 per calendar month; confirm the interval
  • The initial plan is paid at once, with refunds generally unavailable after dispensing

Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved. Understand the medication options.

Check HelloWellness pricing Read the full HelloWellness review

Explore the six scoring factors

Scores run from 0 to 100. A higher factor score reflects our published value criteria; it is not a clinical endorsement.

Arc-1HelloWellness
Normalized Cost/Month
Arc-1:
48/100
HelloWellness:
53/100
Price Transparency
Arc-1:
78/100
HelloWellness:
78/100
Nationwide Access
Arc-1:
24/100
HelloWellness:
24/100
Formulation Options
Arc-1:
66/100
HelloWellness:
66/100
Clinical Oversight
Arc-1:
72/100
HelloWellness:
69/100
Contract Flexibility
Arc-1:
61/100
HelloWellness:
43/100

Before you sign up

  • Confirm your totalAsk about dose changes, membership, labs, shipping and cancellation terms.
  • Check treatment accessState coverage and medical eligibility can differ by medication and formulation.
  • Understand the medicationCompare compounded and brand-name options. Compounded drugs are not FDA-approved.

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Provider information reflects public disclosures at the verification dates shown. Prices and availability change; confirm current terms before paying. This comparison is for information, not medical advice. A licensed clinician determines whether treatment is appropriate.