Belle vs.
Fridays
See exactly where Belle pulls ahead, feature by feature.
Straight facts, no fine print: pricing, care and plan details, side by side.
| Compare the details |
The Belle approach
Belle ★ Compounded Tirzepatide & Semaglutide
4.5 ★★★★★1,367 Trustpilot reviews
Belle leads on 6 of 9 categories below |
Fridays Compounded semaglutide & tirzepatide
4.0 ★★★★☆4,772 Trustpilot reviews; 10% one-star
Good to knowBilled every 28 days, and refills are not automatic.
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| Pricing | ||
| Semaglutide |
$199/mo
All doses · flat rate
As low as $109/mo on an annual plan |
$249/mo
One price at every dose; charged every 28 days
As low as $150/mo on annual prepay ($1,800/yr); lower advertised rates require promo codes |
| Tirzepatide |
$249/mo
All doses · flat rate
As low as $179/mo on an annual plan |
$359/mo
One price at every dose; charged every 28 days
As low as $240/mo on annual prepay ($2,880/yr); lower advertised rates require promo codes |
| Multi-Month Plans |
1-, 2-, 6- & 12-month plans
Annual plans: $109/mo semaglutide or $179/mo tirzepatide |
Annual prepay; shorter plans via promo codes
Sema $1,800/yr and tirz $2,880/yr prepaid; 3- and 6-month supplies appear only through promo codes, without published standard prices |
| Membership Fee |
None, all-in pricing
No hidden fees on top of your medication |
None
No separate membership; billed every 28 days |
| Care Team & Support | ||
| Medical Team |
In-house doctors & staff
The medical team is employed directly by Belle, not contracted out to a third-party network |
OpenLoop and other networks
Operated by Thrive Health; clinical services provided by OpenLoop Healthcare Partners and other networks, not in-house Fridays physicians |
| Dietitian / Nutritionist |
Included in every plan
Dedicated dietitian and nutritionist access |
1:1 nutritionist/dietitian included
1:1 nutritionist/dietitian access plus weekly group coaching sessions covering nutrition, mindset, and movement; included at no extra charge |
| How You Reach the Care Team |
Clinical, provider & support calls
Easily accessible booking links, with same-day appointments available for all three call types. |
Monthly visits through a third-party network
Monthly visits with licensed clinician included; providers are third-party (OpenLoop); biweekly care coach meetings also included |
| Care Between Refills |
Optional welcome call, plus check-ins by call or text
Book an optional welcome call when you join. After that, request a check-in call anytime, and short check-in texts ask how things are going and watch for side effects. |
Monthly visits; refills are not automatic
Frequency adjusts to individual needs; NOTE: refills are NOT automatic; patients must actively request each refill after their 3rd dose |
| Pharmacy & Flexibility | ||
| Compounding Pharmacy |
Licensed 503A & 503B pharmacies
Both FDA-registered pharmacy types for quality and compliance |
Named pharmacies; 503A/503B not explicitly stated
Partners: RedRock Pharmacy, Health Warehouse, Precision Compounding, Triad Rx; "FDA-registered facilities" stated but 503A vs 503B not explicitly disclosed |
| Cancellation Policy |
Cancel anytime, no hassle
No long-term lock-in, no cancellation fees, no runaround |
Cancel or pause anytime; 72-hour notice required
Must cancel 72+ hours before next billing date; refunds very limited; binding arbitration clause in terms; prepaid plans have limited refund options |
| Shipment Control |
Full control: pause, delay, or cancel
Manage your shipments on your schedule, no questions asked |
Plan can be paused
Members can pause their plan; refills are NOT automatic (active request required after 3rd dose); medication non-refundable once dispensed |
Comparison notes
Cancel anytime. No membership fee. In-house doctors from day one.
Sources and review status
Provider sources reviewed . Pricing, membership, medical team, plan lengths and Trustpilot rechecked from public pricing, product, FAQ and terms pages; no checkout or independent service audit. Trustpilot rating checked on the same date.
Stay connected with the Belle Community.
Weekly groups, nutrition guidance and an active community to connect with between appointments.
Weekly support groups
Connect with others, share experiences and find encouragement each week.
Weekly dietitian sessions
Make time each week for nutrition education and practical questions with a dietitian.
An active community
Join conversations, ask questions and explore educational posts about GLP-1s, nutrition and healthy habits.
Belle clinicians participate weekly, sharing education and answering member questions.
Free to join. Open to anyone 18 and older.
An educational and peer-support space. For personal medical advice, contact your care team.
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