MDLive vs Pomegranate Health
A detailed head-to-head comparison of MDLive and Pomegranate Health — pricing, peptides, consultation models, and patient reviews.
At a Glance
RatingNo reviews
Starting PriceN/A
Peptides2
ConsultationHybrid
Lab TestingNo
Shipping3-5 business days
Pros
- All 50 states
- Insurance integration is deep: most employer plans include MDLive, reducing or eliminating out-of-pocket costs
- Backed by Evernorth/Cigna
- Covers primary care, urgent care, dermatology, and behavioral health in one platform
- On-demand availability for urgent visits
- Video visits provide real-time interaction; not async-only care
Cons
- Not a GLP-1 specialist: patients seeking structured weight loss programs, dedicated titration coaching, or compounded semaglutide should look at specialist platforms
- Pricing is opaque for cash-pay patients; strongly optimized for the insured population
- Individual access (without employer benefits) is less seamless than using it through your employer plan
- No weight loss program structure comparable to Found, Calibrate, or Sequence
- No labs ordered or drawn through the platform (patients need to go to external lab)
RatingNo reviews
Starting PriceN/A
Peptides4
ConsultationHybrid
Lab TestingNo
Shipping3-5 business days
Pros
- Pay-per-service model with no monthly membership
- Board-certified obesity medicine specialists (not general practitioners)
- B6-enhanced tirzepatide option, which some patients report helps with nausea
- Non-GLP-1 alternatives (metformin, naltrexone/bupropion) for patients who don't qualify or prefer non-injectable options
- FSA/HSA eligible for medications
- Optional nutrition counseling available ($50/session)
Cons
- $75 non-refundable consultation fee even if denied
- $75 refill consultation fee each time adds meaningful ongoing cost
- Labs required but not included or arranged
- No brand-name GLP-1 options for new patients
- Semaglutide unavailable in California, Iowa, Wisconsin
- Trustpilot rating 3.4/5
Pros & Cons
Peptide Pricing Comparison
| Peptide | MDLive | Pomegranate Health |
|---|---|---|
| NAD+ | Not offered | Price unavailable |
| Semaglutide | Price unavailable | Price unavailable |
| Sermorelin | Not offered | Price unavailable |
| Tirzepatide | Price unavailable | Price unavailable |
Frequently Asked Questions
Is MDLive or Pomegranate Health better?
MDLive offers 2 peptides and hybrid consultations. Pomegranate Health offers 4 peptides and hybrid consultations. The best choice depends on which peptides you need, your budget, and preferred consultation model.
Which is cheaper, MDLive or Pomegranate Health?
See the pricing table above for a detailed comparison.