Category-by-Category Comparison
Weight Loss
For weight loss treatment specifically, MyStart Health starts at $299/month (range: $299/month). 12 of our 12 alternatives also offer weight loss treatment. Pricing varies significantly: Sesame Care at $208/month all-in, Hims at $298/month all-in, Peter MD at $209/month. The highest-rated alternative here that covers weight loss is Hims at 9.4/10 in our provider database. If you have insurance, Ro and PlushCare accept health insurance for weight loss treatment, potentially reducing your costs significantly.
Key Differences Between MyStart Health and Its Alternatives
Understanding what separates MyStart Health from its competitors helps you make an informed decision. MyStart Health's core strengths -price lock guarantee at $299/month, all-inclusive clinician access, labs and bloodwork included -are not universally matched by alternatives. Here is how the market breaks down across the most important factors.
Insurance Acceptance: MyStart Health does not accept insurance. However, 2 of 12 alternatives do - making them potentially much cheaper if you have coverage. If you have no coverage, HSA/FSA accounts let you pay with pre-tax dollars, which lowers your effective cost by whatever your own marginal tax rate is.
Free Consultations: MyStart Health offers free consultations, as do 10 of 12 alternatives. A free consultation lets you evaluate a provider's medical team and platform before committing to treatment. Check that a telehealth provider uses physicians licensed in your state.
Mobile App: MyStart Health does not offer a mobile app. 6 alternatives do, which can make managing prescriptions, messaging providers, and tracking treatment progress more convenient.
Cancellation Policy: MyStart Health allows cancellation anytime with no fees - a standard matched by most alternatives in our comparison. Always verify the specific cancellation terms before subscribing to any telehealth service.
When to Stay with MyStart Health vs. When to Switch
Not everyone needs to switch providers. MyStart Health remains the best choice if you want price certainty, if you want lab work included, or if you prefer one all-inclusive package. MyStart Health's 1-category platform is also ideal if you want a single provider for multiple conditions.
Consider switching if the lack of insurance, the higher starting price, the shorter track record or the weight-loss-only scope matter to you. Insurance is usually what decides it: if your plan covers telehealth, you could save $50-200+ per month by choosing an insurance-friendly alternative. Additionally, if MyStart Health does not offer a specific treatment you need, a specialist provider may deliver better outcomes for that condition.
One important consideration: most telehealth providers require a new consultation when you switch, and your new provider will create their own treatment plan. This means there may be a brief transition period, but it also ensures your new provider evaluates your needs independently rather than inheriting a plan that may not be optimal.
How We Chose These Alternatives
Our ranking of MyStart Health alternatives is based on four key factors, weighted by their importance when you are deciding whether to switch:
Category Overlap (40% weight): We prioritize alternatives that cover the same treatment categories as MyStart Health. MyStart Health offers 1 categories (Weight Loss), so providers covering more of these categories rank higher. This ensures you can consolidate your care rather than using multiple platforms.
Ratings (25% weight): Ratings shown are ManyTreatments scores based on our own research into each provider, informed by publicly available feedback. They are our editorial assessments, not third-party review-site averages.
Pricing Competitiveness (20% weight): We compare starting prices across shared treatment categories. Providers offering lower entry points or better value (e.g., insurance acceptance, bundled services) score higher. Pricing reflects the rates last recorded in our provider database and can change; confirm current pricing at checkout.
Feature Set (15% weight): We evaluate practical features including free consultations, free shipping, insurance acceptance, HSA/FSA eligibility, mobile app availability, and cancellation flexibility. Telehealth providers are required to operate under state medical board telemedicine regulations. These features directly impact the day-to-day experience of using a telehealth platform.
