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Rivo Health vs Zappy Health

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.

Rivo Health

Provider comparison

Patients willing to commit to a 12-month prepay plan to reach the advertised $149-199/mo rate, who also want dietitian and coaching support bundled in.

Semaglutide / month
$149/moStarting dose, annual plan, compounded injection or oral
Tirzepatide / month
$199/moStarting dose, annual plan, compounded injection or oral
Index 71/100 · Grade CChecked October 2026

Zappy Health

Provider comparison

Shoppers who want both compounded and brand GLP-1 options on one platform and are comfortable weighing a recent FDA misbranding finding.

Semaglutide / month
$249/moAll doses, month to month, compounded; $229/mo on a 3-month plan, $209/mo on 6 months, paid up front; new-user starter pack $159/mo for 3 months up front in select states
Tirzepatide / month
$349/moAll doses, month to month, compounded; $329/mo on a 3-month plan, $299/mo on 6 months, paid up front; new-user starter pack $279/mo for 3 months up front in select states
Index 70/100 · Grade CChecked October 2026

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The comparison in brief

Rivo Health has the higher Cost-Efficiency Index: 71/100 versus 70/100. That is a value comparison under our published methodology, not a measure of medical suitability or a guarantee of results.

Check the difference in state access

Rivo Health
All 50 states
Zappy Health
42 states

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.

Rivo Health

Zappy Health

Semaglutide / month
Rivo Health: $149/moStarting dose, annual plan, compounded injection or oral
Zappy Health: $249/moAll doses, month to month, compounded; $229/mo on a 3-month plan, $209/mo on 6 months, paid up front; new-user starter pack $159/mo for 3 months up front in select states
Tirzepatide / month
Rivo Health: $199/moStarting dose, annual plan, compounded injection or oral
Zappy Health: $349/moAll doses, month to month, compounded; $329/mo on a 3-month plan, $299/mo on 6 months, paid up front; new-user starter pack $279/mo for 3 months up front in select states
Semaglutide / year (modeled)
Rivo Health: $1,788
Zappy Health: $2,988
Tirzepatide / year (modeled)
Rivo Health: $2,388
Zappy Health: $4,188
State availability
Rivo Health: All 50 states
Zappy Health: 42 states
Oral / sublingual option listed
Rivo Health: Yes
Zappy Health: Not listed
Brand-name access listed
Rivo Health: Not confirmed
Zappy Health: Yes
Provider facts checked
Rivo Health: October 2026
Zappy Health: 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.

Rivo Health

Patients willing to commit to a 12-month prepay plan to reach the advertised $149-199/mo rate, who also want dietitian and coaching support bundled in.

Reasons to consider it

  • Bundles a membership (unlimited provider visits, dietitian, coaching) into the plan at no separately-billed cost
  • Large, established program with a stated 115,000+ member base and 4.7 Trustpilot rating
  • Both injectable and oral compounded options for semaglutide and tirzepatide

What to weigh up

  • The headline $149/$199 prices require a 12-month annual-plan commitment — the genuine month-to-month rate, shown crossed out on the same page, is $279/mo and $389/mo, 87-95% higher
  • The site doesn't name its compounding pharmacy partner
  • No LegitScript certification shown on the site

Zappy Health

Shoppers who want both compounded and brand GLP-1 options on one platform and are comfortable weighing a recent FDA misbranding finding.

Reasons to consider it

  • Both compounded semaglutide/tirzepatide and brand Wegovy/Zepbound pathways offered on one platform
  • No insurance or membership required; the full price ladder, the same at every dose, is displayed before intake
  • LegitScript badge displayed on the site

What to weigh up

  • Does not name its dispensing pharmacy
  • No named medical director or prescriber
  • The 'as low as' $159 and $279 rates are a 3-month starter pack for new GLP-1 users, paid up front and sold only in select states; month to month is $249 and $349

Regulatory note: the FDA issued a warning letter to Kare Solutions, LLC dba Zappy in February 2026. We still list and link to Zappy Health; you should know the letter is on the public record before you decide.

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.

Rivo HealthZappy Health
Normalized Cost/Month
Rivo Health:
62/100
Zappy Health:
62/100
Price Transparency
Rivo Health:
78/100
Zappy Health:
94/100
Nationwide Access
Rivo Health:
86/100
Zappy Health:
66/100
Formulation Options
Rivo Health:
77/100
Zappy Health:
79/100
Clinical Oversight
Rivo Health:
79/100
Zappy Health:
55/100
Contract Flexibility
Rivo Health:
33/100
Zappy Health:
61/100

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.