Belle vs.
Hims
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 9 of 9 categories below |
Hims Brand-name medications only; exited all compounded GLP-1s in March 2026
2.9 ★★★☆☆9,488 Trustpilot reviews; 29% one-star
Good to knowBrand-name only now, and the reviews show it.
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| Pricing | ||
| Semaglutide |
$199/mo
All doses · flat rate
As low as $109/mo on an annual plan |
$298/mo total
$149 medication + $149 membership
All-in entry (brand-name Wegovy pill from $149/mo + $149/mo membership); Wegovy and Ozempic pens from $199/mo (~$348 all-in); price may vary by dose; no compounded semaglutide
First month ~$188 all-in with the $39 intro membership |
| Tirzepatide |
$249/mo
All doses · flat rate
As low as $179/mo on an annual plan |
$448/mo total
$299 medication + $149 membership
All-in entry (Zepbound vial or KwikPen from $299/mo + $149/mo membership); standard non-discounted pens still up to ~$2,048/mo all-in
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| Multi-Month Plans |
1-, 2-, 6- & 12-month plans
Annual plans: $109/mo semaglutide or $179/mo tirzepatide |
Upfront plans mentioned; terms not published
FAQ says medication is billed monthly or upfront depending on plan; no plan lengths or discounts are published |
| Membership Fee |
None, all-in pricing
No hidden fees on top of your medication |
$149/mo membership required
$39 first month then $149/mo ongoing; required on top of all medication costs |
| 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 |
Affiliated medical groups
Terms: Hims is not a healthcare provider; affiliated You Health medical groups provide care |
| Dietitian / Nutritionist |
Included in every plan
Dedicated dietitian and nutritionist access |
Not included
Multiple sources explicitly confirm no dietitian or nutritionist and no structured dietary guidance in the Hims program |
| How You Reach the Care Team |
Clinical, provider & support calls
Easily accessible booking links, with same-day appointments available for all three call types. |
Text only; no live calls with prescribers
All interactions are text-based; no real-time video or phone calls with prescribers unless state law requires it |
| 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. |
Reactive app check-ins, not scheduled
In-app weight tracking and side effect management through provider messaging; reactive and asynchronous rather than proactive scheduled check-ins |
| Pharmacy & Flexibility | ||
| Compounding Pharmacy |
Licensed 503A & 503B pharmacies
Both FDA-registered pharmacy types for quality and compliance |
Not applicable; brand-name only now
Hims exited compounded GLP-1s in March 2026 under a settlement with Novo Nordisk; now prescribes FDA-approved branded products only |
| Cancellation Policy |
Cancel anytime, no hassle
No long-term lock-in, no cancellation fees, no runaround |
Membership and medication are separate subscriptions
Cancellation is managed through account subscription settings; 48-hour notice required before the next processing date |
| Shipment Control |
Full control: pause, delay, or cancel
Manage your shipments on your schedule, no questions asked |
Not disclosed
No information found about pausing or delaying shipments; 48-hour cancellation notice required before next processing date |
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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Compare the same medication, formulation, dose, plan length and billing schedule. Introductory prices, annual monthly equivalents and brand-name medication plus membership are labeled separately. An unknown detail is not a missing service.
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