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Hello Alpha vs Actin

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

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Hello Alpha

Provider comparison

Women who are already Hello Alpha patients, or plan to be, and want brand-name GLP-1 prescribing on the same platform.

Semaglutide / month
$79/moBrand Wegovy, plus a separate fee
Tirzepatide / month
$79/moBrand Mounjaro, plus a separate fee
Index 67/100 · Grade CChecked October 2026
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Actin

Provider comparison

Shoppers who want compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide at a price shown before the questionnaire, with weight, hormone and longevity care on one account.

Semaglutide / month
$169/moMonth-to-month (compounded; $143/mo on a 3-month plan, $116/mo on a 6-month plan; no membership fee)
Tirzepatide / month
$269/moMonth-to-month (compounded; $209/mo on a 3-month plan, $166/mo on a 6-month plan; no membership fee)
Index 67/100 · Grade CChecked October 2026

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

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The comparison in brief

Both score 67/100 on the Cost-Efficiency Index. There is no score winner; compare the treatment you need, billing terms and state availability.

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.

Hello Alpha

Actin

Semaglutide / month
Hello Alpha: $79/moBrand Wegovy, plus a separate fee
Actin: $169/moMonth-to-month (compounded; $143/mo on a 3-month plan, $116/mo on a 6-month plan; no membership fee)
Tirzepatide / month
Hello Alpha: $79/moBrand Mounjaro, plus a separate fee
Actin: $269/moMonth-to-month (compounded; $209/mo on a 3-month plan, $166/mo on a 6-month plan; no membership fee)
Semaglutide / year (modeled)
Hello Alpha: $948
Actin: $2,028
Tirzepatide / year (modeled)
Hello Alpha: $948
Actin: $3,228
State availability
Hello Alpha: Coverage not published
Actin: Coverage not published
Oral / sublingual option listed
Hello Alpha: Yes
Actin: Not listed
Brand-name access listed
Hello Alpha: Yes
Actin: Not confirmed
Provider facts checked
Hello Alpha: October 2026
Actin: 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?

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Hello Alpha

Women who are already Hello Alpha patients, or plan to be, and want brand-name GLP-1 prescribing on the same platform.

Reasons to consider it

  • Only prescribes FDA-approved branded GLP-1s (no compounding risk/variability)
  • Established, well-known women's telehealth brand with a named Chief Medical Officer (Dr. Loni Belyea)
  • Broad medication menu includes newer options like oral orforglipron (Foundayo)

What to weigh up

  • The $79/mo on the weight-loss page is the Plus+ membership fee, not the drug price, and the $29 Basic membership does not cover weight loss
  • Site explicitly states a prescription is not guaranteed by membership
  • No compounded/lower-cost generic-equivalent option for patients without insurance coverage
Check Hello Alpha pricing Read the full Hello Alpha review

Actin

Shoppers who want compounded semaglutide or tirzepatide at a price shown before the questionnaire, with weight, hormone and longevity care on one account.

Reasons to consider it

  • Prices published on each product page before you start: semaglutide $169/mo month-to-month, tirzepatide $269/mo
  • No membership fee; supplies, dose adjustments and shipping are included
  • Names its pharmacies (The Pharmacy Hub, GreenwichRX, Hallandale Pharmacy) and its medical group (Beluga Health, P.A.)

What to weigh up

  • The 'starting at' prices ($116 and $166) are six-month plan rates
  • All compounded; no brand-name Wegovy or Zepbound
  • All sales are final and fees aren't refunded

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

Check Actin pricing Read the full Actin 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.

Hello AlphaActin
Normalized Cost/Month
Hello Alpha:
85/100
Actin:
72/100
Price Transparency
Hello Alpha:
72/100
Actin:
92/100
Nationwide Access
Hello Alpha:
24/100
Actin:
24/100
Formulation Options
Hello Alpha:
95/100
Actin:
66/100
Clinical Oversight
Hello Alpha:
77/100
Actin:
79/100
Contract Flexibility
Hello Alpha:
41/100
Actin:
67/100

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.