When I signed up for Found, I thought I understood the pricing: $129/month membership. Simple enough. Then I learned medication is billed separately, and depending on insurance and whether you choose brand-name or compounded semaglutide, your total monthly cost could range from $150 to $500+.

This flexibility turned out to be both useful and frustrating. Useful because I had options based on my insurance situation. Frustrating because I couldn't budget accurately until after approval. My final cost: $129 membership + $149 compounded semaglutide = $278/month.

What is Found?

Found is a weight loss membership program launched in 2019 that combines GLP-1 medications with coaching, medical oversight, and a tracking app. They position themselves as a flexible option between simple prescription services and intensive coaching programs.

The membership model means you pay $129/month for coaching access, medical support, the Found app, and educational resources. Medication is prescribed and billed separately based on what you choose (brand-name or compounded) and what your insurance covers.

Found offers both brand-name medications (Wegovy, Ozempic) through insurance and compounded semaglutide for cash-pay. This flexibility lets you adjust based on budget and insurance changes.

What You Get with Found

Found's pricing has two separate components:

Membership: $129/month
This mandatory fee covers coaching, medical oversight, the Found app, educational content, and support services. You pay this regardless of medication costs.

Medication cost: Varies widely
Brand-name through insurance: $25-$75 copay (if insurance covers)
Compounded semaglutide: $149-$297/month
Brand-name without insurance: $1,300+/month

Total monthly cost: $154-$426+
The wide range makes it difficult to budget until you know your specific medication costs.

What the membership includes:

Initial medical evaluation and prescription. Monthly coaching sessions (20-30 minutes). Messaging access to medical team and coaches. Found app for tracking food, weight, activity, sleep. Educational content on weight loss and health. Community features for peer support. Insurance assistance when applicable.

It's more comprehensive than medication-only services but less intensive than programs like Calibrate with biweekly coaching.

My 3-Month Experience with Found Semaglutide

Getting Started

I signed up through Found's website and completed a thorough intake questionnaire (approximately 30 minutes):

Complete medical history and current conditions. Weight history and previous attempts. Insurance information for verification. Lifestyle assessment and habits. Goals and timeline expectations.

I had a video consultation with a nurse practitioner who reviewed my information and discussed medication options. She explained my insurance likely wouldn't cover semaglutide for weight loss (I didn't meet their diabetes requirements), so compounded medication would be my best option.

We discussed options: compounded semaglutide at $149/month or brand-name Wegovy at $1,300+/month without insurance. I chose compounded to keep costs reasonable.

Total approved cost: $129/month membership + $149/month compounded semaglutide = $278/month.

First Shipment

My compounded semaglutide arrived 5 days after approval in professional packaging:

Insulated shipping box with cold packs. One vial of compounded semaglutide with clear labeling. Four syringes with needles. Alcohol wipes for injection site prep. Clear instruction guide for drawing doses and injecting.

The vial included proper pharmacy labeling with expiration date and lot number. The instructions were straightforward for someone new to self-injections.

Month 1: Starting at 0.25mg

I took my first injection on a Monday evening after reviewing Found's video tutorials. Drawing the dose from a vial requires more technique than pre-filled pens, but the videos made it manageable.

Semaglutide's effects build gradually over several days. By day 3-4, I noticed subtle appetite changes— portions looked too large, snacking felt less necessary. By day 6-7, the appetite suppression was clear: I was eating smaller amounts and feeling satisfied earlier.

Side effects were manageable: mild nausea on days 3-6, some fatigue during the first week. Nothing severe, just my body adjusting to the medication.

I had my first coaching session mid-month—a 25-minute video call with a health coach. We discussed meal planning with reduced appetite, managing side effects, and establishing tracking habits. It was helpful though not as in-depth as Calibrate's biweekly sessions with dietitians.

By the end of month 1: Down 5 pounds. Appetite noticeably reduced. Side effects had resolved. Medication working as expected.

Month 2: Increasing to 0.5mg

After messaging Found's medical team about my progress and lack of significant side effects, I was approved to increase to 0.5mg. My second shipment arrived on schedule—another vial, another $149 charge.

The 0.5mg dose brought stronger appetite suppression. I was satisfied with smaller portions at meals, and the constant "food noise"—mental chatter about eating—diminished significantly.

Brief nausea returned for 2-3 days after the first 0.5mg injection—this is normal with semaglutide dose increases. My body adjusted quickly, and I felt fine after the initial days.

My second coaching session focused on maintaining adequate protein intake with reduced appetite and strategies for eating out with smaller portions. The coaching is practical and supportive, though fairly surface-level compared to intensive programs.

By the end of month 2: Down another 7 pounds (12 total). Eating patterns felt sustainable. The medication continued to work reliably.

Month 3: Moving to 1mg

Month 3 brought another dose increase to 1mg after medical team approval. Another on-time shipment, another $149 medication charge plus $129 membership.

At 1mg, semaglutide's appetite suppression is strong and consistent. I'm eating significantly smaller portions—maybe 50-60% of what I consumed before starting—and feeling satisfied. The medication continues to work without developing tolerance.

My third coaching session addressed long-term habits and maintenance strategies. The coach emphasized building sustainable patterns while medication provides appetite control.

By the end of month 3: Down 18 pounds total. Feeling good physically and mentally. The program is delivering results, though I wish coaching were more frequent.

Medication Quality and Effectiveness

Because I chose compounded semaglutide, I'm receiving pharmacy-compounded medication rather than brand-name Wegovy or Ozempic. Found sources from licensed 503A compounding pharmacies that follow regulatory guidelines, though compounded medications aren't FDA-approved like brand-name products.

In my three-month experience, the compounded semaglutide has been effective:

Appetite suppression: Strong and reliable across all three months.
Weight loss: Consistent at about 1.5 pounds weekly.
Side effects: Typical and manageable—mild nausea with dose increases.
Quality consistency: No noticeable variation between monthly shipments.

I've previously used brand-name Wegovy through traditional healthcare, and I honestly can't detect a meaningful difference in effectiveness. The active ingredient is the same, and my body responds the same way.

The main differences are delivery method (vials requiring dose drawing vs pre-filled pens, slightly less convenient) and regulatory status (compounded vs FDA-approved). For me, the $1,150+ monthly savings makes the minor inconvenience worthwhile.

The Pricing: Is $278+/Month Good Value?

Found's value depends heavily on medication choice and insurance:

Best case (insurance covers brand): $129 membership + $25-$50 copay = $154-$179/month
Compounded option (my choice): $129 membership + $149 compounded = $278/month
Worst case (brand without insurance): $129 membership + $1,300+ = $1,429+/month

Compared to alternatives:

Found (compounded): $278/month (includes monthly coaching)
Direct compounded services: $149-$297/month (medication only, minimal support)
Budget compounded options: $99-$149/month (medication only)
Calibrate: $199 program + insurance medication (biweekly coaching)
Ro (brand-name): $344-$494/month (brand pens, basic support)

Found sits in the middle tier: more expensive than medication-only services due to the mandatory membership, less expensive than brand-name telehealth options, comparable to other coaching programs if you have insurance.

The value is moderate. You're getting more support than medication-only services, but not as comprehensive as intensive coaching programs. The flexibility to choose medication type is valuable, but the unclear upfront costs create budgeting challenges.

Coaching and Support Quality

Found provides monthly coaching sessions, positioning itself between medication-only services and intensive programs:

Monthly Coaching Sessions

I had three 25-minute sessions over three months with a health coach. The sessions provided practical guidance on meal planning, managing side effects, and building sustainable eating habits.

The coaching was helpful and supportive but fairly basic compared to working with Calibrate's registered dietitians in biweekly sessions. It's practical advice rather than deep behavior change work.

Found App

The Found app is well-designed with tracking for food intake, weight, exercise, and sleep. It provides educational articles and connects you to coaches via messaging.

The app is useful for accountability, though similar functionality exists in free alternatives like MyFitnessPal or Lose It. The integration with coaching is convenient but not revolutionary.

What Makes Found Different

1. Medication Flexibility

Found offers genuine flexibility: brand-name through insurance, compounded cash-pay, or combinations based on your situation. You're not locked into one medication type or pricing structure.

This flexibility is valuable if your insurance coverage changes or if you want to start with brand-name and later switch to compounded to save money.

2. Middle-Ground Support Level

Found positions itself between simple prescription services and intensive coaching programs. You get monthly coaching and app access without paying for biweekly sessions you might not want or need.

For people who want some guidance but don't need intensive support, this middle ground is sensible.

3. No Long-Term Commitment

Unlike some programs requiring 3-6 month commitments, Found allows month-to-month cancellation. This reduces risk if you're uncertain about GLP-1 treatment or want to try without long-term obligation.

What Could Be Better

1. Unclear Total Costs Upfront

You don't know your actual monthly cost until after approval and medication selection. The potential range ($154-$1,429+/month) makes budgeting impossible during signup.

This uncertainty creates anxiety about whether you can afford the program once you're approved.

2. Mandatory Membership Fee

The $129/month membership is required even if you primarily want medication. If you're paying $149/month for compounded semaglutide, the membership adds 87% to your medication cost.

Some users would prefer a medication-only option at lower cost without mandatory coaching.

3. Less Comprehensive Than Intensive Programs

Found's monthly coaching is half as frequent as Calibrate's biweekly sessions, and the support feels less comprehensive. You're paying $129/month for support that doesn't match intensive programs.

Who Should Choose Found?

Found is ideal for:

People who want flexibility choosing between brand-name and compounded medication. Those with insurance that may or may not cover semaglutide. Anyone who wants moderate coaching without intensive programs. People who prefer month-to-month flexibility without long-term commitments. Those who value having options if insurance or budget situations change.

Found might not be right for:

Budget-conscious users (direct compounded services cost less). People who want intensive biweekly coaching. Those who prefer knowing exact costs before signing up. Anyone seeking medication-only without membership fees. People looking for the absolute cheapest option.

My Verdict

After three months with Found, I give them 4.1 out of 5 stars. They deliver a flexible middle-ground approach between medication-only services and intensive coaching programs.

The flexibility in medication options is genuinely valuable—you can adapt based on insurance changes and budget constraints. The monthly coaching provides helpful support without overwhelming commitment or cost.

However, the unclear upfront costs are frustrating, and the mandatory $129/month membership significantly increases total expenses. At $278/month for compounded semaglutide, Found costs more than direct medication services while providing less support than comprehensive programs.

Rating: 4.1/5 stars

Found works well for people who want flexibility and moderate support. But if you want the cheapest option or the most comprehensive coaching, other services will serve you better.

Final Thoughts

Found represents a middle path in GLP-1 telehealth—more support than medication-only services, less intensive than comprehensive coaching programs, with flexibility to choose medication type based on budget and insurance.

If you want options and moderate support without intensive coaching commitments, Found delivers. The medication works, the coaching is helpful, and the flexibility to adjust based on changing circumstances is valuable.

But the unclear upfront costs and mandatory membership fees mean Found isn't optimal for everyone. Consider your priorities: if flexibility matters most, Found works. If you want lowest cost or most intensive coaching, explore alternatives.