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Head-to-head · The Match Score

CoreAge Rx vs Direct Meds

Both scored on the same six-factor Match Score. CoreAge Rx wins this matchup with a 91 to 82 edge.

Higher Match Score

CoreAge Rx

#1 · Grade A−

Anyone who wants transparent flat pricing, fast nationwide access, and no teaser-rate bait-and-switch.

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Direct Meds

#20 · Grade B−

Patients who want to try a sublingual GLP-1 or keep both routes open, and can accept company-stated pricing that isn't independently confirmed.

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Factor by factor

The six sub-scores behind each Match Score. The quiz reweights these to your priorities — one provider can pull ahead for you on the factors you care about.

Budget Fit
82
86
Speed to Start
97
78
Formulary Match
80
90
Support Level
93
78
Flexibility
97
88
Transparency
95
74

Price, coverage & formulary

DetailCoreAge RxDirect Meds
Semaglutide$149/mo$179/mo
Tirzepatide$349/mo$224/mo
CoverageAll 50 statesAll 50 states
Brand-name accessCompounded onlyCompounded only
Oral / sublingualInjectable onlyYes
Match Score91 · A−82 · B−
Winner: CoreAge Rx

CoreAge Rx is our #1-ranked provider overall, and it takes this matchup too — a 91 Match Score to Direct Meds's 82. The best all-around match: nationwide access, both molecules at one flat, no-surprise price, and an easy exit.

Direct Meds is still a fair pick if its strengths line up with yours — best for: Patients who want to try a sublingual GLP-1 or keep both routes open, and can accept company-stated pricing that isn't independently confirmed.

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Pricing, states and verification reflect each provider's public disclosures at last review; the Match Score and its sub-scores are our editorial judgment per the methodology. Prices change — confirm on each provider's site. Not medical advice; see our disclosure.