These 19 Online Pharmacies Can Make Getting Your Prescription So Much Easier

The Ro Body membership costs $45 for the first month and $145 per month after that — though the membership price does not include the cost of the medication itself. The fee goes toward virtual visits with a healthcare provider, assistance with insurance coverage, and health coaching to support your weight loss journey. The cost of GLP-1s varies by the specific medication, your insurance coverage, and the dosage.

According to the company, single-dose vials of Zepbound cost between $349 and $499 per month, depending on the dose. Compounded semaglutide costs around $254, while the cash price of Ozempic is $900 or more. The only way to get exact price estimates is to complete the short questionnaire on the company’s website and go through the onboarding process to get a personalized treatment plan with estimated costs, which means you’ll be out the $45 consultation fee in any case. Also be aware that compounded GLP-1s are not approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and may have potential risks.

Onboarding involves verifying insurance coverage and messaging a provider about your goals and health status. If you’re a candidate for GLP-1 therapy, the provider will then prescribe your medication. However, in many cases people need a prior authorization from their insurance company before they can fill the prescription. While Ro has a dedicated team to help you through this process, there’s no guarantee that your insurance will cover the cost of GLP-1 therapy. If this happens, you will have the option to pay cash or cancel your membership with Ro. As noted above, the initial $45 consultation fee is nonrefundable.

While having more convenient access to GLP-1 medication is useful, Henry Cohen, PharmD, FCCM, a pharmacist and the dean at Touro College of Pharmacy, emphasizes the importance of seeing your doctor in person before beginning weight loss therapy. “A patient should have a thorough examination for cardiovascular diseases, diabetes, thyroid disease, and behavioral disorders,” he says. Blood tests, psychiatric screening, and physical exams are all vital components of determining whether weight loss medication is appropriate for you.

Blink Health is an online pharmacy that delivers low-cost generic medications to fill valid prescriptions from your existing doctor. If you order your prescription from Blink Health and find a lower cost at a competing U.S. online pharmacy for the same drug and dosage, you can submit a claim for a refund of the difference, which is why it’s our pick for the best online pharmacy for price matching.

Blink Health offers free home delivery or local pickup through more than 35,000 participating pharmacies. If you opt for retail pickup, the pharmacy you choose will need a copy of your prescription. For home delivery, your doctor can send a copy of your prescription directly to Blink Health via phone, fax, or e-Rx. Once your prescription is in place, Blink Health’s website enables you to search generic medications and compare prices. Once you complete your purchase through the site, the pharmacy team at Blink Health handles the rest. Most home-delivery items are delivered within three to seven business days.

Through our research we found that customers generally appreciate Blink Health for its cost savings. However, you may find yourself waiting a week or longer to receive medications when shipped. But depending on the savings, it may be worth planning ahead to utilize this service.

It’s also worth noting that although Blink Health doesn’t take insurance and dispenses only generic medications, its separate digital pharmacy, BlinkRx, accepts insurance and prescribes certain brand-name specialty medications — including those that require special handling, administration, or monitoring.

PlushCare may be a good option if you’re in need of same-day antibiotics or other acute treatments, such as Tamiflu for influenza or Paxlovid for COVID-19. The process is simple: You book a virtual appointment with one of the licensed healthcare providers in your state, discuss your symptoms and medical history, and, if appropriate, the provider will send a prescription to your local pharmacy.

To use this service, you must sign up for a membership, which costs $19.99 per month or $99 annually (but you can add your family to your membership for free). Telehealth appointments with a board-certified provider cost $129 without insurance or for your copay fee if you have in-network insurance. You can choose your provider based on available appointment times, specialties, and previous patient reviews.

If the provider decides to prescribe a medication, they will send your prescription to the local pharmacy of your choice. Shipping and delivery are not available unless the pharmacy you pick has delivery services. The provider may recommend other medications or treatments, which you can discuss during your appointment.

Our research found that most customers are impressed by PlushCare’s convenience and fast service, though some report having to wait days for an appointment, difficulty with providers, and occasional technical issues with the website. That said, it may be a good option if you need antibiotics or another acute treatment quickly.

Nurx has the most birth control options (over 50) of any online pharmacy we reviewed. Since finding the right birth control can take some trial and error, this wide variety of options should help you find a method of birth control that works for you. The company offers brand-name and generic options, including oral contraceptives, the ring, and the patch. There are also three emergency contraception options available. Shipping is free and discreet and typically takes between two and five business days to arrive. Emergency contraception arrives even faster; if you request it between Monday and Friday before 2 p.m. EST, it will be delivered the next day. If you miss the 2 p.m. cutoff, Nurx can request that the medication be filled at your local pharmacy.

While many online pharmacies require you to provide an email address or phone number to access pricing information, Nurx clearly lists the prices (with and without insurance) for every medication offered. Medications start at as little as $15 a month without insurance. It also accepts insurance.

Nurx has an extremely comprehensive FAQ section about birth control on its website. It covers many common questions about birth control, but if you can’t find the answer to your question there, the initial consultation fee of $28 includes unlimited messaging with a clinician for a year. There are no recurring membership fees, and you only pay for your initial consultation, plus the cost of your medication if it’s not covered by your insurance.

Wisp also offers birth control, including the pill, ring, the patch, and emergency contraception starting at $12.50 for generic PLAN B. The company recommends ordering PLAN B ahead of time, but if that’s not possible, Ella Emergency Contraception is also available for pickup at your local pharmacy. If you’re looking for an at-home test for STIs, including chlamydia, gonorrhea, trichomoniasis, syphilis, and hepatitis C, Wisp’s got you covered there, too. It’s a discreet, comfortable way to take charge of your sexual health. A consultation with a licensed clinician is included in the test price if deemed necessary. While Wisp doesn’t currently offer treatment for syphilis or hepatitis C, if your screening test comes back positive for these infections, a clinician will walk you through how to get the care you need.

Wisp does not require a membership to access its prescription medications. However, signing up for a membership can help you save up to 30 percent and give you access to savings on partner products, including 15 percent off at Daye Period Care. There are two membership options: a quarterly subscription ($30 per quarter), with automatic renewal after three months, or an annual subscription ($84 per year), with automatic renewal after 12 months.

One of the things we loved most about Winona is that it provides significant support beyond prescriptions. You get access to a dedicated patient portal where you can see your physician visits and treatment timeline. The portal includes 24/7 messaging with your physician. You’ll also get access to the Winona community, where you can find support and answers from other people going through similar experiences. Finally, Winona provides a wealth of resources about perimenopause, menopause, and postmenopause, including a detailed FAQ section, a free downloadable menopause guide, monthly live Q&A sessions with a physician, and access to the Winona Medical Journal. In all, the company provides a holistic care plan aimed at educating and empowering people navigating hormonal changes.

Unfortunately, Winona does not currently accept insurance. Some private or employer-designated providers may cover medications provided by Winona, but it depends on your plan. You may also pay for your prescription out-of-pocket and submit your receipts to your insurance provider for possible reimbursement. However, it does accept HSA and FSA cards. Additionally, the progesterone and DHEA capsules contain gelatin, so they’re not suitable for people following a plant-based diet. And while Winona does require a subscription to access medications, this fee (which starts at $49 for pills) includes unlimited physician messaging, medication, and shipping. You can cancel your membership at any time.

Winona’s medications are compounded (personalized medications made by a pharmacist), so the company strongly advises against sending your prescription to a local pharmacy, as most retail pharmacies cannot fulfill orders for personalized, compounded medications. If you do choose to send your prescription to a local pharmacy, there’s a monthly fee of $50 in addition to your medication cost.

ED medications from Hims include generic chewable and oral versions of popular drugs like Viagra and Cialis. Its Sex Rx + Climax Control pills can also help prolong sexual activity and prevent premature ejaculation. These products are prescribed by licensed physicians and delivered to your home for free. You can also add other non-Rx goods to your order, such as condoms and lubricants, and Hims offers treatments for hair loss, skin care, and mental health as well.

Like Hers, its women’s wellness counterpart, Hims uses a subscription model for sexual health treatment. Depending on the medication, you could pay as little as $1.30 per mint-flavored chewable or more than $33 per pill for name-brand Cialis. Tadalafil, the active ingredient in Cialis, is also available as a generic option through Hims for $49 per month. You can take a quick assessment on the website to see if you’re a candidate for any of the products and, if so, schedule a consultation with a licensed physician.

The platform does not accept insurance, so if you have health coverage that covers ED treatment, Hims may be more expensive than it would be to get it elsewhere.

We really appreciate Hone Health’s transparent pricing structure. Many online TRT providers require you to provide an email address and phone number to access pricing information. Hone Health clearly states on the website that TRT starts at $28 per month for injectable testosterone, plus a $149-per-month membership fee. Unfortunately, the initial biomarker testing and consultation are not included in the membership fee. However, the one-time fee of $65 is less than some other online TRT providers we’ve reviewed. Like most other online TRT providers, Hone Health does not accept insurance, but it does accept FSA and HSA cards, which may provide some cost savings.

If you take brand-name medications and have an Amazon Prime membership, we recommend Amazon Pharmacy. With a wide selection of brand-name and generic drugs, discounts for Prime members, and in-network status with most commercial insurance plans, the platform offers the convenience we know and love from its retail counterpart. Plus, same-day delivery is available in some areas for $2.99.

Other perks include automatic refills, 24/7 on-call support from U.S.-licensed pharmacists, and the option to have your medications sorted into PillPacks with the date and time for easy dispensing. You must have three or more eligible daily medications filled through Amazon to take advantage of the PillPacks, but the service itself is free.

Amazon also offers an RxPass membership, which gives Prime members unlimited access to medications and refills of certain prescription drugs. At the time of writing, there were 53 eligible medications. RxPass costs $5 per month in addition to the $139 annual cost of a Prime membership.

Those without a Prime membership still get free standard shipping but do not get discounted prices on medications. Non-Prime members can expect to pay the listed retail price if paying out of pocket. Both prices are listed on the product page for each medication along with an estimated insurance price based on what customers have paid for the medication when using insurance at the Amazon Pharmacy.

Honeybee Health is an online pharmacy with up-front pricing on generic medications from different manufacturers. We like that it lists the available manufacturers alongside specific dietary tags like “contains no gluten” or “contains no dyes,” so you can choose the option that best suits your needs. The site offers a wide range of generic medications for conditions like anxiety, depression, hypothyroidism, migraine, high blood pressure, and more.

Honeybee Health doesn’t accept insurance, and you have to pay for shipping on orders less than $40. The standard USPS rate is $5, but you can upgrade to FedEx Priority (two to three days) for $15 or Express (one to two days) for $35.

Our research found that customer feedback is fairly positive. Many reviewers mention the service being more affordable than their local pharmacy. On the downside, there are some complaints about delayed deliveries, high prices on certain drugs, and issues with refunds or missed shipments.

DiRx is an online pharmacy that sells discounted generic prescription medications. Its Annual Savings Plan, which is similar to Amazon RxPass, covers the cost of unlimited prescriptions and refills on select medicines. This membership starts at $180 annually and covers up to 500 eligible medications. It’s an affordable way to order and refill multiple prescriptions if you take more than one type of medication.

There are two DiRx savings plans. The $180-per-year Annual Savings Plan has 500 eligible medications, while the $360-per-year Annual Savings Plus Plan has 1,000 eligible medications. If your medications are eligible for either plan, you’ll pay one flat fee for the year. People with several eligible medications benefit more from it, so it’s important to price out your medications and compare your options before committing to a membership. Without a savings plans, you’ll pay the DiRx everyday low price. Standard shipping is free, with the option to upgrade to second-day or overnight shipping at an additional cost.

While this service has many pros, it is worth noting that customer reviews are mixed. Some users have reported long wait times and problems transferring prescriptions from other pharmacies. If you take multiple eligible prescriptions, though, the potential price savings may make it a worthwhile option for you.

Express Scripts is an online home-delivery pharmacy that works with your insurance company to deliver 90-day supplies of generic and name-brand medications with current prescription orders from your doctor. The company is one of the largest pharmacy benefit management organizations in the United States.

One of the most significant advantages of Express Scripts is that it accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna, UnitedHealthcare, and Cigna. However, you must check with your pharmacist and health plan to ensure that they are in-network with Express Scripts because the service isn’t available to customers with out-of-network plans. Additionally, some medications don’t qualify for home delivery in 90-day supplies, so you won’t be able to use the service in those cases.

If your medication qualifies, you can easily sign up for the service online and manage your prescriptions. Three-month supplies are often less expensive than a month’s supply at a time, but you’ll want to compare pricing to make sure it’s worth it.

The downsides to Express Scripts are that the service is limited to select medications, and sometimes the savings aren’t very significant. Our research also found quite a few complaints about customer service quality and delivery delays, so don’t use this service without doing your research first. Still, if your health plan partners with Express Scripts for 90-day drug supplies, it’s worth considering because you could save a lot of money under the right circumstances.

Unlike the mental health platforms that require a monthly subscription or membership fee to access medication, RedBox Rx offers flexible medication management and therapy. You can purchase anxiety medication after a $35 virtual consultation with a licensed medical professional, as long as the provider agrees that medication is appropriate.

Medication options include buspirone, citalopram, duloxetine, hydroxyzine (for anxiety-related insomnia), paroxetine, venlafaxine ER, and others. A 90-day supply of each of these costs $25 per month (with the exception of hydroxyzine, which costs $16.66 per month for 90 tablets). Medications are also available for adult attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, depression, and performance anxiety.

To use the service, you’ll need to fill out the request form with your preferred medication, strength, quantity, and refill preferences. The tool will display the cost of one fill, not including the $35 consultation fee. After reviewing the cost and confirming your selection, you’ll be directed to create an account and request an appointment with a doctor.

RedBox Rx isn’t a replacement for a professional psychiatrist or mental health provider. You shouldn’t use services like this if you have any severe mental health concerns. However, those who have been diagnosed with a mild form of anxiety may find this platform more affordable and convenient than brick-and-mortar options.

If you don’t have insurance, self-pay options start at $95 per month for psychiatry and $299 per month for therapy (which includes four 55-minute video sessions and unlimited messaging with your provider for questions and support between sessions). Additional sessions are available for $59 per session. The psychiatry with therapy plan costs $349 per month and provides the most cost savings. You’re required to sign up for a monthly membership to access Brightside Health’s services, but you can cancel your plan at any time.

You’ll check in weekly via the Brightside Health app to keep track of symptoms and medication side effects. This gives your provider the data needed to adjust your treatment plan if necessary. Brightside Health also offers self-guided lessons through its app, which can support you between sessions and help you incorporate the skills you’re learning through therapy into your everyday life. We appreciate that Brightside Health offers interpretation services for those who do not speak English or would prefer to receive treatment in their native language. While using an interpreter is not exactly the same as having a provider who speaks your language, it’s a useful option for people seeking care in their native language.

One drawback of Brightside Health is that it doesn’t currently send medication directly to your door. Instead, medication is sent to your local pharmacy for pickup. This could present a barrier for people with severe mental illness, who may struggle to leave the house or be in social situations when they’re not doing well. Additionally, they don’t prescribe controlled substances like Xanax, Ativan, and Adderall.

If you’re looking for an online pharmacy with great prices and an extensive selection of prescription and over-the-counter meds, HealthWarehouse is a solid choice. It offers more than 3,000 name-brand and generic prescription medications, including options for high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and diabetes (even insulin). The company does not accept insurance, so it can keep costs as low as possible for those who pay out of pocket.

Compared with the cash price at traditional pharmacies, HealthWarehouse’s prices are often significantly lower. For example, a 30-day supply of generic 10-milligram (mg) lisinopril costs $9 at HealthWarehouse, compared with an average of $16.63 at local pharmacies, per the GoodRx pricing tool. Savings vary depending on the medication and your local pharmacy’s pricing, but you save even more when purchasing larger quantities.

To order through HealthWarehouse, you need a valid prescription from your doctor. Add the medications you wish to purchase to your cart (make sure the dosage and quantity match your prescription), and proceed to checkout. HealthWarehouse will contact your prescriber to verify your prescription, and once it’s approved your order is shipped to your door. Prescription orders ship for free, as do over-the-counter orders of more than $15. For over-the-counter orders of less than $15, the shipping fee is $5 for standard delivery within the United States. You can also upgrade to expedited shipping for an additional fee. Refrigerated items and insulin are shipped via overnight air, which is included in the pricing.

Through our research, we found that it’s easy to see how much your medication will cost before making any commitments, and many reviewers praise the platform’s customer service and fast delivery. However, there were a few complaints about delayed shipments from the postal service and technical issues with the website. Still, HealthWarehouse has some of the most positive reviews we’ve seen.

Eden is a particularly good choice for those seeking support with weight management. In addition to GLP-1 medications, the Eden community app provides access to on-demand workouts and fitness coaching, coaching with board-certified nutritionists, and community events, recipes, and chat forums. Unlike many other companies, which increase the price of medication as your dose goes up, Eden’s GLP-1 medications are the same price no matter the dose. There are two plan options: The 3-month plan starts at $129 for the first month ($80 off), then $209 per month thereafter. The monthly plan is $149 for the first month and $229 per month thereafter. These prices include a personalized treatment plan from a licensed medical provider, the medication cost, shipping, and 24/7 messaging with your dedicated care team. You can cancel your medication anytime, and there are no cancellation fees.

Eden does not currently accept insurance, but it does accept FSA and HSA cards. Additionally, it does not offer pickup at your local pharmacy. Because it can take anywhere from 7 to 10 days to compound and ship your medication, this could be a drawback if you need your prescription urgently.

Tuyo Health was one of the only online pharmacies we reviewed that offers services in both English and Spanish. You can get a variety of medications, including weight management, erectile dysfunction, TRT, and birth control. It also offers same-day primary care visits, which could be particularly helpful for people unable to access primary care visits in Spanish in their local community.

In addition to medications, your monthly membership includes 24/7 messaging with your healthcare provider and the Tuyo support team, ensuring you can have questions answered or dosages adjusted quickly. While the medication fee includes free, discreet shipping, you have the option to pick up your prescription at a local pharmacy if you’d prefer.

Like many online pharmacies, Tuyo Health does not currently accept insurance. However, it offers generic versions of many medications, which can provide significant cost savings. For example, generic birth control medications start at just $15 per month. Unfortunately, for some medications, such as TRT, a long-term commitment is needed to access cost savings. While a 12-month commitment for TRT starts at $99 per month, it increases to $179 on a month-to-month plan. Additionally, some treatments (like TRT) require initial lab screening, which is not included in the membership fee.

Strut offers a wide variety of medications for hair loss in people assigned male at birth, including dutasteride (oral and topical), finasteride (oral and topical), minoxidil (oral and topical), and ketoconazole 2-percent shampoo. While you need to sign up for automatic monthly refills to access medications, you can cancel, pause, or delay your plan without incurring any additional fees.

Strut has a transparent pricing structure, starting at just $25 per month for oral finasteride. This includes your initial doctor consultation, follow-up visits, and shipping (which typically takes about two business days). You can pick up your prescription at a local pharmacy if you’d prefer, but this may incur additional charges, and your pharmacy must be part of the Surescript pharmacy network.

Strut does not accept insurance. However, given that the initial consultation and follow-up visits are included in the cost of your medication, the services may end up being less expensive than many copays.

Sometimes you need a prescription right away, and Sesame can help. Offering same-day prescriptions for pickup at your local pharmacy, this option is particularly beneficial if you’re dealing with a condition that needs immediate treatment, such as a poison ivy rash, or if your prescription has run out and you need more ASAP. ADHD medication is also available, which is a significant advantage because it often isn’t through telehealth platforms.

Sesame also offers video appointments for urgent care that don’t require a membership. Prices start as low as $34. You will meet with your provider face-to-face (video call), and they will provide medical advice and, if necessary, prescription medication that can be sent to your door or to your local pharmacy for pickup. Services are available in several languages, including English, French, Portuguese, Spanish, and Mandarin. The provider specialties include dermatology, emergency medicine, family medicine, psychiatry, and urgent care.

Conditions eligible for Sesame’s urgent care visits include the common cold, the flu, COVID-19, UTIs, sinus infections, skin infections or rashes, vaginal infections, back pain, asthma, allergies, migraines, and STI screenings. If you have a nonemergent condition, there is a good chance that one of Sesame’s providers can help address it.

Although the monthly membership includes video visits, messaging, and your prescription, it does not include the actual medications for certain types of prescriptions, such as prescription skin care. Instead, you will receive a prescription savings card to save up to 80 percent on your medications. While this card cannot be used in conjunction with your insurance, many Sesame skin-care treatments are eligible for HSA and FSA reimbursement. Additionally, if you sign up for the ongoing care subscription annually, medication costs $1 per month when included in Sesame’s Everyday Rx service.