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Actin vs Velvet Rx

Actin
Graded #349

Higher grade

vs+1
Velvet Rx
Graded #381

Lower grade

The verdict

Actin takes it — 59.1/100 to 58.1/100, but only just.

Actin grades higher on WeighScore, our editorial score across cost value, dose & formulation, clinical oversight, labs & monitoring, fulfillment and contract terms. Actin offers compounded semaglutide with B12 for weight loss. Velvet Rx is close behind and may still be the better fit — see the factor split below.

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Factor by factor

The same six graded dimensions, side by side. See the methodology.

Cost valueActin +18
60
42
Dose & formulationVelvet Rx +23
52
75
Clinical oversightActin +12
79
67
Labs & monitoringVelvet Rx +1
52
53
FulfillmentActin +5
62
57
Contract termsVelvet Rx +22
33
55
Actin · left barVelvet Rx · right bar

The numbers

MetricActinVelvet Rx
WeighScore59.1/10058.1/100
GradeCC
Scorecard rank#349#381
Semaglutide$169/mo (compounded)$299/mo (compounded)
TirzepatideNot disclosed$359/mo (compounded)
CoverageCoverage not publishedCoverage not published
Brand-name accessCompounded onlyCompounded only
Oral / sublingualInjection onlyYes
Actin

Graded #349 · C

Strengths

  • Semaglutide paired with B12 for added energy support
  • Transparent pricing — exact cost shown upfront with no hidden fees
  • Competitive pricing from $116/mo on the 6-month plan ($169/mo month-to-month)

Where it loses points

  • Semaglutide only — no tirzepatide or liraglutide
  • No visible LegitScript or PCAB accreditation
  • States served not disclosed
  • Broad platform spanning hormones, sexual wellness, and hair health
Velvet Rx

Graded #381 · C

Strengths

  • Public pricing across 3 SKUs (semaglutide $299, tirzepatide $359, oral GLP-1 $349) — uncommon in compounded telehealth
  • First-month promo pricing shown upfront ($139 sema / $199 tirz / $189 oral)
  • Single monthly price includes consult, prescription, 4 weeks of medication, and free 1–2 day shipping
  • FSA/HSA eligible
  • Three options under one roof: injectable sema, injectable tirz, and an oral GLP-1

Where it loses points

  • Oral GLP-1 SKU doesn't name the specific drug — a real gap given Rybelsus, Foundayo, and compounded oral semaglutide differ clinically
  • No LegitScript or NABP .pharmacy seal displayed
  • No legal entity name disclosed
  • No physical address disclosed
  • Compounding pharmacy partner not named

Also worth a look

Neither is our top-graded pick — CoreAge Rx leads the scorecard

Across all 499 providers, CoreAge Rx grades highest at 91.8/100 (A−). Top of the scorecard: flat transparent pricing, both molecules, nationwide — no teaser-rate games.

Pricing/verification reflect each provider's public disclosures at last grading; the WeighScore is our editorial judgment per the methodology. Prices change — confirm on each provider's site. Not medical advice; see our disclosure.

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