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Published 01/30/2025
Updated 05/10/2025
Hers and Mochi Health are two telehealth companies that offer access to weight loss medication and additional support to help you achieve your health and weight goals.
Below, we’ll dive into everything you need to know about the two companies to help you decide which one is best for you.
Quick disclaimer: This article is intended for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice or an endorsement of one brand over another.
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Want all the facts upfront? You got ‘em. Here’s a side-by-side comparison chart for Hers versus Mochi.
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Weight loss medications | GLP-1 injections:
Oral medication kits that can include a combination of:
Anti-nausea medication:
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Comprehensive treatment programs | At no extra cost, you’ll get access to:
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How to get treatment |
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Cost |
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Oral medication kits are compounded drugs and have not been FDA-approved. FDA does not evaluate compounded drugs for safety, efficacy, or quality.
*Paid upfront in full. Actual price to customer will depend on product and subscription plan purchased.
**Hers vs. retail price. Not including insurance coverage. Actual savings may vary.
***FSA/HSA eligibility and coverage vary by plan provider.
Let’s start with medications. Through both Hers and Mochi, you can connect with healthcare providers online and get prescription weight loss medications, if appropriate for you.
Here’s what the platforms offer access to and a little about the medications themselves.
Hers offers access to both weight loss injections or oral medication kits that help promote weight loss.
GLP-1 injections available through Hers include:
Wegovy®. Wegovy® is a once-weekly injection with the active ingredient semaglutide that promotes sustained weight loss. It’s approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) for people with a body mass index (BMI) of 30 or more or 27 or more with a weight-related condition like obstructive sleep apnea or high cholesterol.
Ozempic. Ozempic is FDA-approved as a type 2 diabetes medication, but it’s often prescribed off-label for weight loss. It also contains the active ingredient semaglutide and works in the same way as Wegovy®, but at a lower dose. It’s also a weekly injection.
Mounjaro. Mounjaro is another diabetes medication prescribed off-label for weight loss. It’s a weekly injection with the active ingredient tirzepatide. This medication can suppress appetite and increase fullness levels.
Zepbound. Zepbound is also a weekly injection with the active ingredient tirzepatide. The only difference is it’s FDA-approved for weight loss in those with a BMI of 30 or more or 27 or more with a weight-related condition like cardiovascular disease, hypertension (high blood pressure), or type 2 diabetes.
Generic liraglutide. Liraglutide is the active ingredient in Saxenda, which is FDA-approved for weight loss.
Hers offers access to personalized oral medication kits that include various combinations of daily medications. Medications that could be included in your kit include:
Bupropion. Bupropion is an antidepressant that can be prescribed off-label in combination with other medications to help support weight loss.
Metformin. Metformin is FDA-approved as a diabetes drug and sometimes prescribed off-label for weight loss. The daily pill can suppress appetite and promote insulin sensitivity.
Topiramate. Topiramate (or the brand-name version, Topamax®) is an antiseizure drug that’s prescribed off-label for weight loss. It suppresses appetite, which can help you feel fuller for longer
Naltrexone. Naltrexone reduces cravings for alcohol and opioids.
If eligible, your prescriber may also include vitamin B12 in your medication kit, a nutrient essential for overall health
Learn more: What Is the Strongest Weight Loss Pill?
Digestive side effects (like mild nausea) are pretty typical when beginning weight loss medications. To help ease these effects, your licensed provider may recommend starting at a lower dose and slowly increasing it over time.
A licensed provider may also recommend prescription anti-nausea medication, like ondansetron (generic for Zofran®). If prescribed, you can take it as directed to ease nausea and help you stick with your plan. Ondansetron may even be available to you at no additional cost.
Mochi is not transparent about which medications it offers access to or the cost of those medications.
Mochi implies that its affiliated providers may prescribe any weight loss medication. But it’s unclear whether they are brand-name medications, compounded medications, or generics.
FYI: Mochi’s Pediatric program is available for people under 18 who have a BMI greater than the 95th percentile. If eligible, teens can access weight loss medication and support through this program.
Weight loss meds are just one part of the equation. For the best results — and to help you maintain your weight long-term — you’ll want to make some lifestyle changes, like eating healthy and moving your body more.
Some telehealth companies offer support to help you make those changes. Here’s how Hers and Mochi compare.
If you get weight loss treatment through Hers, you’ll get prescribed a personalized weight loss plan from a healthcare provider trained in weight management. You’ll also get access to the Hers app.
The mobile app includes:
Dynamic protocols designed to build lasting habits around nutrition, physical activity, and sleep
Unlimited 24/7 messaging with your healthcare provider
100+ meal plans and nutritious recipes created with input from registered nutritionists
Protein guidance to support muscle maintenance while taking weight loss medication
Daily movement targets to encourage consistent physical activity throughout treatment
Nutrition strategies tailored to your eating patterns — whether you eat from stress, habit, or schedule
Psychologist-developed tools to support better sleep and a healthier mindset
You can also purchase meal replacement bars and shakes through the app. These doctor-recommended bars and shakes are designed to fit into your weight loss plan and are packed with protein, vitamins, and minerals.
Adding extra protein to your diet can help you hold onto muscle as you lose fat, feel fuller for longer, and stay well-nourished while your appetite is suppressed.
With Mochi, there are different plans available with varying levels of care. At the time of writing, you can get:
Health + Medication Plan. You get access to video visits with a healthcare provider and a dietitian, along with ongoing care and monitoring. You have the option to order lab work and genetic testing, presumably at extra cost.
Nutrition Only Plan. You’ll get video calls with a registered dietitian for personalized nutrition advice.
Wellness Plus Plan. With insurance coverage (which isn’t very common), you’ll get medication, video check-ups, options to book tests, a custom diet plan, and other services covered by insurance.
Wellness Plus Nutrition Plan. With eligible insurance (again, not very common), you’ll get medication, video calls with a dietitian, and personalized diet support and planning.
Mochi has a web-browser app where you can request lab tests and medication refills, message a care team, and track your weight, mood, and medication. There’s also a mobile app to request refills, schedule appointments, and message a care team.
Both Hers and Mochi offer access to weight loss treatments online. Here’s what the process looks like for each company.
Here’s how Hers weight loss program works:
Online assessment. You’ll start with an online assessment to answer a few questions about your weight, goals, lifestyle, and medical history.
Healthcare provider evaluation. A licensed provider will review your answers and let you know if weight loss medications are right for you. There’s typically no need for a call or video consultation, though some states might require it.
Prescription and treatment plan. If eligible, a provider will write you a prescription, and you’ll get a personalized weight loss treatment plan.
Medication shipped to your door. Medication is shipped to your door in discreet, temperature-controlled packaging at no extra cost. You’ll get all the instructions you need to get started. You’ll also get immediate access to the Hers app for guidance and support.
Ongoing care. You’ll have regular check-ins and 24/7 ongoing access to licensed healthcare providers. Message them through the Hers app with questions about your medication, concerns about side effects, or dose adjustments if you need them.
With Mochi, you’ll share information about your medical history, weight, and lifestyle in intake forms. You’ll then have a video call with a healthcare provider to go over your answers and create a custom treatment plan.
If suitable, a healthcare provider will write you a prescription for weight loss medication. Some medications are delivered to your door, and others you can pick up from your local pharmacy.
After that, you’ll have the ability to schedule video check-ins with providers. According to Mochi’s website, it can take about a week to get an appointment with a healthcare provider. If you request an appointment and don’t hear back from their scheduler, they encourage you to reach out again after 48 hours.
With Hers, you can contact licensed providers trained in weight management any time, day or night, to get your questions answered.
Hers and Mochi differ in cost. Here’s what to expect.
With Hers, pricing is straightforward — there’s no fee for your initial provider consultation, and oral medication plans start at $69 per month with a 10-month plan, paid upfront in full.
Through Hers, a Wegovy® treatment plan is available starting at $599 per month (for a six-month plan, paid upfront in full).
The full scope of treatment includes: medication, provider access, prescription updates, the app, regular check-ins, and shipping.
While insurance isn’t needed to access weight loss treatment through Hers, Hers programs are eligible for health savings account (HSA) or flexible spending account (FSA) reimbursement. You can save around 30 percent this way.*
The cost of Hers treatment includes:
Shipping
Any tweaks you need to your medication dose
Ongoing 24/7 access to healthcare providers
The Hers app, including habit trackers, videos, and recipes
Prescription anti-nausea medication (if eligible)
There’s no additional membership fee for Hers.
*FSA/HSA eligibility and coverage vary by plan provider. Actual savings depend on your tax rate.
You’ll need to pay for a Mochi membership in addition to the cost of medication.
The cost of Mochi memberships varies depending on which plan you go for, how long you subscribe, and the cost of medications.
For example, the Mochi Health subscription is:
$79 for one month
$199 for three months
$399 for six months
$799 for 12 months
You may be able to use funds from your HSA or FSA account to pay for a Mochi membership.
You don’t need insurance to access weight loss treatment through Mochi. But if you have it, the platform offers support for navigating insurance coverage.
The price includes video calls with providers.
Weight loss is, of course, highly individual. But here are some reported results.
According to a Hers survey, women lost an average of 15 pounds after six months of personalized treatment through Hers.
The survey is based on self-reported data as of March 2025 from approximately 1,172 Hers customers on a personalized treatment plan including oral medication kits, along with a reduced-calorie diet and exercise.
Separately, clinical trials for Wegovy® have shown that participants lost an average of 20 percent of their body weight approximately 68 weeks, with longer studies supporting its effectiveness for long-term use.
On the Mochi website, it states that customers lose an average of about 15 percent of their initial body weight. It’s unclear which medication they’re taking or how long it takes to see these results.
If you’re looking to start a weight loss journey, Hers and Mochi are two platforms that can connect you with healthcare providers online to access weight loss medication, if appropriate for you.
Here’s a final rundown of how the companies stack up against each other:
Medications available. Both Hers and Mochi offer access to GLP-1 injections and weight loss pills. Hers offers access to prescription anti-nausea medication and personalized oral weight loss kits starting at $69 per month for a 10-month plan, paid upfront in full, along with GLP-1s, including Wegovy® at 50% off retail price.
Other weight loss services. The Hers app offers a comprehensive suite of features designed to support your weight loss journey, including tips from psychologists to improve sleep quality, as well as dynamic trackers and protocols to enhance nutrition, movement, and sleep habits for long-term weight management. You’ll also find over 100 nutritionist-approved recipes, personalized protein recommendations to help preserve muscle mass while using medication, and daily activity goals to ensure consistent movement.
The process. Through Hers, you’ll complete an online assessment and a licensed healthcare provider trained in weight management will review your answers. If eligible, you’ll get a prescription, and medication is delivered to your door at no extra cost. You’ll have ongoing, unlimited access to providers for questions and advice.
Cost. Hers has clear and simple pricing with no hidden fees. Oral weight loss kits are available starting at $69 per month for a 10-month plan. A comprehensive weight loss program that includes all doses of Wegovy® starts at $599 per month for a six-month plan, paid upfront in full. With Mochi, you need to pay for a membership plan, which doesn’t include the cost of medication. It is unclear how much medications through Mochi cost.
There you have it — everything you need to know about Hers versus Mochi for weight loss. We hope this makes your decision-making process a little easier.
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