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Ro vs Shed: Which Is Better?

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

Our Verdict

Ro scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (77/100 vs 66.5/100), leading on trust & safety, experience, product range, reputation. Shed comes out ahead on value.

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77
Ro
Very Good

Vertically integrated private telehealth with its own pharmacy network and diagnostics, plus Eli Lilly and Novo Nordisk partnerships for branded GLP-1s.

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67
Shed
Good

Weight loss, hair loss, and longevity telehealth with multiple GLP-1 delivery formats including drops, lozenges, and oral tablets.

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Score Breakdown

DimensionRoShed
Overall Score77/100 ✓66.5/100
Trust & Safety30%85/100 ✓60/100
Value25%65/10070/100 ✓
Experience20%80/100 ✓70/100
Product Range15%75/100 ✓72/100
Reputation10%80/100 ✓62/100

At a Glance

Founded20172022
HeadquartersNew York, NYGilbert, AZ
Publicly tradedNoNo
Treatment categories53
Treatments listed913
Starting price$149/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.

CategoryRoShed
Weight Loss / GLP-1$149–$299
Branded Wegovy Pill (oral semaglutide)
$115
Naltrexone + Bupropion Capsules
Hair Loss$13–$16
Topical Minoxidil
$43–$76
Men's Hair Loss (Minoxidil + Finasteride)

Ro

+Direct Eli Lilly partnership for branded Zepbound
+Novo Nordisk partnership for the branded Wegovy pill at $149/mo, matching the lowest cash-pay price we track
+Own pharmacy network and diagnostics lab (branded GLP-1s ship via LillyDirect and NovoCare)
−Higher prices than competitors using compounded medications
−$149/mo membership fee on top of medication costs ($39 first month)
−Narrower treatment range than Hims & Hers
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Shed

+Widest variety of GLP-1 delivery formats: injections, drops, lozenges, and oral tablets
+Both compounded and brand-name GLP-1 options (Wegovy, Zepbound) available
+10% body weight loss guarantee or money back
−Two-month minimum commitment before cancellation allowed
−Cash-pay only — no insurance accepted
−BBB rating 2.87/5 (not accredited) with billing and cancellation complaints
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Ro vs Shed — FAQ

Is Ro better than Shed?

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Ro scores higher overall in our independent evaluation (77/100 vs 66.5/100), leading on trust & safety, experience, product range, reputation. Shed comes out ahead on value.

Is Ro or Shed cheaper?

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Their entry prices are similar — both start around $149/mo. Real cost depends on the specific treatment: compare the pricing tables on each review, since inclusions like consults, labs, and shipping differ.

What do Ro and Shed both offer?

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Both platforms treat Weight Loss / GLP-1, Hair Loss. Ro covers 5 treatment categories total and Shed covers 3.

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