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eMed vs Sesame Care: Which Is Better?

Head-to-head comparison of eMed and Sesame Care based on our independent scoring across trust, value, experience, product range, and reputation — plus real pricing for the treatments they both offer.

Our Verdict

Sesame Care scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (74/100 vs 62.7/100), leading on trust & safety, value, product range, reputation. eMed comes out ahead on experience.

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eMed
Fair

Employer-focused GLP-1 weight management platform using branded FDA-approved medications with 24/7 clinician support and included lab work.

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Pay-per-visit marketplace connecting patients with licensed providers — no subscription needed for visits, with transparent per-visit pricing and optional memberships.

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Score Breakdown

DimensioneMedSesame Care
Overall Score62.7/10074/100 ✓
Trust & Safety30%72/10075/100 ✓
Value25%50/10080/100 ✓
Experience20%75/100 ✓70/100
Product Range15%45/10070/100 ✓
Reputation10%68/10070/100 ✓

At a Glance

Founded20202019
HeadquartersMiami, FLNew York, NY
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories16
Treatments listed17
Starting price$300/mo$149/mo

Pricing Where They Compete

Prices shown are based on our most recent research and may not reflect current pricing. Telehealth providers update their pricing frequently. Always verify pricing directly with the provider before purchasing.

CategoryeMedSesame Care
Weight Loss / GLP-1$300–$450
GLP-1 Weight Management Program
$59–$99
Weight Loss Program (subscription)

eMed

+Dispenses only branded FDA-approved GLP-1s as a Novo Nordisk NovoCare Recognized Care Provider, with no compounded product
+24/7 clinician support without appointment scheduling
+Annual blood work (32 biomarkers) included in program fee
−Shipping is not included in the published price and is reported separately at about $10 a month
−Primarily an employer and labor-union benefits business; the direct-to-consumer programme is a secondary channel
−Medication is billed separately (from $149.99/mo for Wegovy) on top of the $149.99/mo membership and a $49 screening fee
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Sesame Care

+No subscription required — pay-per-visit model
+Transparent pricing shown before booking
+Wide range of specialties available
−No integrated pharmacy
−Less continuity of care than subscriptions
−Provider quality varies in marketplace model
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eMed vs Sesame Care — FAQ

Is eMed better than Sesame Care?

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Sesame Care scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (74/100 vs 62.7/100), leading on trust & safety, value, product range, reputation. eMed comes out ahead on experience.

Is eMed or Sesame Care cheaper?

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Sesame Care has the lower starting price (from $149/mo vs $300/mo for eMed). Starting prices are for the cheapest treatment each offers — compare the specific treatment you need, and check what each price includes.

What do eMed and Sesame Care both offer?

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Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1. eMed covers 1 treatment category total and Sesame Care covers 6.

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