Mochi Health vs. Hims: At-a-Glance 

Unlike many telehealth programs that rely on automated check-ins or limited messaging, Mochi Health provides transparent, flat monthly pricing and 1-on-1 video visits with licensed medical providers and registered dietitians. Each membership includes personalized medical care, medication management, and continuous support.

By contrast, Hims relies heavily on an asynchronous model in many states, where most interactions occur through online questionnaires and message threads; video visits are required only in some states. Hims’ GLP-1 access and certain offerings are not available in all 50 states. Mochi’s model prioritizes consistent, relationship-based care designed for long-term success.

What are the differences between Mochi and Hims?

Both companies may prescribe GLP-1s like semaglutide and offer delivery. However, there are notable differences in clinical oversight, frequency of live care, pricing transparency, and plan flexibility.

• Care model and oversight: Hims is designed around asynchronous intake and messaging; a licensed provider reviews submissions and, if appropriate, prescribes medication, with live video generally limited to states that require it. Mochi schedules live video visits with a physician or nurse practitioner and provides ongoing support from registered dietitians for nutrition, lifestyle, and dose adjustments.
  
  

• Availability: Hims’ weight-loss program is not available in all 50 states. Mochi’s access extends to all 50 states; confirm your state during intake.
  
  

• Pricing and commitments: Mochi is transparent and pay-as-you-go: $79 monthly membership covers visits, messaging, and care coordination. Compounded GLP-1 options start at $99/month (semaglutide) or $199/month (tirzepatide), shipping included. Hims’ widely advertised pricing ties to multi-month, prepaid plans (e.g., $199/month for semaglutide only with a 6-month prepay; oral kits from $69/month with a 10-month prepay).
  
  

• Patient autonomy: Mochi uses shared decision-making: you and your provider consider the full range of clinically appropriate GLP-1 paths (including compounded options when appropriate) and adjust over time. Hims typically places patients into an oral-kit path or an injectable GLP-1 path within a predefined framework.

Bottom line: Mochi is built for hands-on clinical care and pricing flexibility; Hims favors asynchronous intake and prepaid plans that demand more up front and provide fewer routine live visits.

Already on Hims? Bring documentation of your last prescription and dose. A Mochi provider can continue appropriate therapy without forcing you to start over. Check your eligibility

What medications does Mochi offer vs. Hims

Patients with an active Mochi Membership can meet with their personal medical provider and may receive a prescription based on what the provider determines is appropriate for the patient's individualized medical needs. Every medication offered through Mochi requires a prescription from the patient's provider after a live video consultation. Mochi’s model emphasizes safe titration, close monitoring, dedicated support with insurance coverage, and access to the lowest-cost option. 

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Medications prescribed include (Mochi Health)

• GLP-1/GIP & GLP-1 injectables:
  Zepbound® / Mounjaro® (tirzepatide); Wegovy® / Ozempic® (semaglutide); Saxenda® / Victoza® (liraglutide); Trulicity® (dulaglutide). Mochi Health
  
  

• Non-GLP-1 options:
  Metformin; Topiramate (Topamax®/Qudexy®/Trokendi XR®); Bupropion (Zyban®/Aplenzin XR®; also in Contrave®); Naltrexone (Apo-Naltrexone®/ReVia®; includes Low-Dose Naltrexone); Orlistat (Xenical®/Alli®). Mochi Health
  
  

Treatments

Weight loss
GLP-1/GIP injectables (tirzepatide: Zepbound®/Mounjaro®), GLP-1 injectables (semaglutide: Wegovy®/Ozempic®; liraglutide: Saxenda®/Victoza®; dulaglutide: Trulicity®), oral GLP-1 (Rybelsus®), non-GLP-1 options (metformin, topiramate, bupropion, naltrexone, orlistat).
Supportive care: ondansetron/Zofran® for nausea when appropriate.

Anti-aging & wellness
NAD+, Vitamin B12, Vitamin D, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, Calcium citrate, Magnesium citrate, Iron (ferrous sulfate), Fish oil, Biotin.

Skin & hair
Acne/derm: benzoyl peroxide, clindamycin (± benzoyl peroxide), hydrocortisone, triamcinolone, betamethasone, ketoconazole, clotrimazole, fluconazole;
Topicals/compounds: azelaic acid (± niacinamide ± tranexamic acid), niacinamide + tretinoin, hydroquinone + kojic acid + tretinoin, dapsone + niacinamide;
Hair: minoxidil, finasteride, dutasteride, finasteride + minoxidil (± D3).

Hormonal
Estradiol, progesterone, spironolactone, finasteride, dutasteride, enclomiphene, anastrozole, raloxifene.

Mental health
SSRIs/SNRIs & others: sertraline, escitalopram, citalopram, fluoxetine, paroxetine, venlafaxine, bupropion, fluvoxamine, buspirone, trazodone.
Sleep support: melatonin.

Nausea & GI
Ondansetron/Zofran®, famotidine (Pepcid®), omeprazole (Prilosec®).

Hims 

• GLP-1/GIP injectables: Wegovy®/Ozempic® (semaglutide), Mounjaro®/Zepbound® (tirzepatide), plus generic liraglutide

• Compounded GLP-1: compounded semaglutide (state and pharmacy dependent)

• Oral (non-GLP-1) “kits”: combinations that may include bupropion, metformin, topiramate, naltrexone, and vitamin B12

Why this matters: Mochi provides broader flexibility within GLP-1 options through live, ongoing decision-making; Hims routes patients into a limited oral-vs-injectable framework with fewer opportunities for real-time adjustments.

What services do Mochi and Hims offer?

Both provide virtual evaluations and medication access. The service depth is different.

• Mochi: Unlimited video appointments, structured follow-ups, dose adjustments, side-effect management, nutrition guidance, and insurance coverage support to reduce avoidable out-of-pocket costs.
  
  

• Hims: Plan-based check-ins in a broader men’s-health ecosystem, but guidance is predominantly asynchronous with limited real-time titration.

  
  

How much weight can you lose with Mochi vs. Hims?

GLP-1 medications support meaningful weight loss when paired with provider-guided dosing, adherence, and behavior change. Outcomes vary by dose, duration, medical history, and follow-up. Mochi improves durability of results through frequent touchpoints, careful titration, and practical habit support—elements that are difficult to replicate in a mostly asynchronous model. Check your eligibility

What is the cost difference between Mochi and Hims?

Mochi offers month-to-month flexibility and lower compounded prices, supporting long-term affordability. Hims anchors headline pricing to prepaid, multi-month plans that require substantial payment up front.

Mochi Pricing

Membership

• 1 month: $79

• 3 months: $199

• 12 months: $589

Mail-Order Medications (Compounded)

• Semaglutide: $99/month

• Tirzepatide: $199/month

• Delivery via partner pharmacies; track orders in the Mochi platform

Hims Pricing 

Compounded Semaglutide

• $199/month with 12 months paid upfront (total $2,388).

• $599/month with 6 months paid upfront (total $3,594).

Other

• Oral “Weight Loss Kits” (non-GLP-1 medications): Starting at $69/month, also prepaid for 10 months

• Branded Medication

Mounjaro® and Zepbound®  are listed on the Hers website at $1,899/mo

Is Mochi or Hims easier to sign up for?

Mochi is optimized for speed and clinical clarity. After a concise form, eligible individuals proceed quickly to membership and book a first video visit with a licensed provider. The provider completes the assessment live and determines an appropriate plan during the visit—minimizing delays and paperwork.

Hims uses an asynchronous, form-heavy process. Because there is typically no live visit at the outset, the platform collects extensive medical and lifestyle information up front. A provider reviews the intake offline, which can lengthen time to decision and limit opportunities for immediate clarification. In some states, a video visit is required after intake; otherwise, the experience remains asynchronous.

Patient autonomy and plan choice

• Mochi: Shared decision-making with a provider on the specific GLP-1 path (including compounded options when appropriate), with room to adjust over time.

  
  

• Hims: An oral-kit path or an injectable GLP-1 path; patient choice is generally within that framework rather than selecting a detailed plan themselves.
  
  

Mochi vs. Hims: Which is right for you?

Choose Mochi if you want:

• Unlimited live video visits and hands-on clinical guidance
  
  

• Transparent, month-to-month pricing without long-term lock-ins
  
  

• Structured follow-ups, side-effect management, and sustainable habits
  
  

• Treatment options for teens with access to pediatric specialists

Choose Hims if you prefer:

• A general men’s telehealth platform with a weight-loss option
  
  

• Prepaid, multi-month plan structures
  
  

• Primarily asynchronous care with limited live guidance

Check your eligibility

Mochi Health vs. Hims FAQs

Are Mochi Health weight-loss programs covered by insurance? What about Hims?

Coverage depends on plan and medical history. Both allow FSA/HSA use in many cases. Mochi accepts insurance for brand GLP-1s and provides coverage education and prior-authorization support; providers can prescribe to pharmacies where patients may apply manufacturer savings programs if available. Hims emphasizes cash-pay pricing; confirm FSA/HSA eligibility and plan terms.

Do Mochi and Hims operate in all states?

Both operate broadly in the U.S., with state-by-state differences and changing pharmacy supply. Hims notes that its weight-loss program is not available in all 50 states; confirm availability during intake.

How can you switch from Hims to Mochi?

In the eligibility form, indicate whether weight-loss medication has been used in the last six months. If documentation of the last prescription and dose is available, the care team can transition the plan seamlessly. A Mochi provider will continue appropriate therapy, adjust dosing if needed, and schedule follow-ups to avoid gaps in care.

Do Mochi and Hims prescribe GLP-1 medications?

Both work with licensed providers who may prescribe GLP-1 medications when clinically appropriate. Mochi’s care model emphasizes safe titration, active monitoring, and clear guidance on pharmacy and coverage pathways to keep therapy sustainable. Learn more about medication options on the Medications page.