Found's pricing model confused me initially. You pay $129/month for membership, but medication is billed separately. Depending on whether you choose brand-name or compounded tirzepatide, and whether insurance covers it, your total monthly cost could range from $160 to $600+.

This flexibility is both Found's strength and weakness. You have options—brand-name through insurance, compounded cash-pay, or various combinations—but you won't know your actual monthly cost until after approval. For me, the final cost was $129 membership + $199 compounded tirzepatide = $328/month.

What is Found?

Found is a weight loss membership program that combines GLP-1 medications with coaching, medical support, and a comprehensive tracking app. They've been operating since 2019 and position themselves as a flexible middle ground between prescription-only services and intensive coaching programs like Calibrate.

The membership model means you're paying $129/month for access to coaching, medical oversight, the Found app, and educational resources—regardless of medication costs. Medication is prescribed and billed separately based on what you choose and what your insurance covers.

Found offers both brand-name medications (Mounjaro, Zepbound) through insurance and compounded tirzepatide for cash-pay. This flexibility lets you choose based on budget and insurance situation.

What You Get with Found

Found's cost structure has two separate components:

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

Medication cost: Varies significantly
Brand-name through insurance: $25-$100 copay (if insurance covers)
Compounded tirzepatide: $199-$349/month
Brand-name without insurance: $1,000+/month

Total monthly cost: $154-$478+
The wide range makes budgeting difficult until you're approved and know your specific medication costs.

What the membership includes:

Initial medical evaluation and prescription. Monthly coaching sessions (not biweekly like Calibrate). Messaging access to medical team and coaches. Found app for tracking food, weight, exercise, sleep. Educational content on weight loss and metabolic health. Community access for peer support. Insurance navigation assistance when applicable.

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

My 3-Month Experience with Found Tirzepatide

Getting Started

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

Medical history and current health conditions. Weight history and previous weight loss attempts. Insurance information. Lifestyle assessment. Goals and expectations.

I had a video consultation with a nurse practitioner who reviewed my medical history and discussed medication options. She explained that my insurance likely wouldn't cover tirzepatide for weight loss (I didn't meet their diabetes criteria), so I'd probably need compounded medication.

We discussed two options: compounded tirzepatide at $199/month or brand-name Mounjaro at $1,000+/month if insurance denied. I chose compounded to keep costs manageable.

Total approved cost: $129/month membership + $199/month compounded tirzepatide = $328/month.

First Shipment

My compounded tirzepatide arrived 6 days after approval in discreet packaging:

Insulated box with cold packs. One vial of compounded tirzepatide with clear dose markings. Four syringes with needles. Alcohol wipes. Simple instruction sheet.

The vial was properly labeled with pharmacy information and expiration date. The instructions were clear on drawing doses and administration technique.

Month 1: Starting at 2.5mg

I took my first injection on a Saturday morning after reviewing the instructions. Drawing the dose from a vial requires a bit more technique than pre-filled pens, but Found's video tutorials made it straightforward.

Within 3-4 days, I noticed the appetite suppression beginning. The constant food thoughts quieted down, and portions at meals looked larger than I wanted. By week 2, the effect was strong: I was eating noticeably less without feeling deprived.

Side effects were mild: slight nausea for 2-3 days, some fatigue initially. Nothing that interfered with daily activities.

I had one coaching session during month 1—a 20-minute video call with a health coach. It was helpful but not as comprehensive as Calibrate's biweekly sessions. We discussed meal planning and managing side effects.

By the end of month 1: Down 6 pounds. Appetite significantly reduced. Medication working as expected.

Month 2: Increasing to 5mg

After messaging with Found's medical team about my progress, I was approved to increase to 5mg. My second shipment arrived on schedule—another vial, another $199 charge.

The 5mg dose brought stronger appetite suppression. I was satisfied with smaller portions, and the "food noise" decreased noticeably. Eating became less of a constant mental focus.

Brief nausea returned for 2 days after the first 5mg injection—typical with dose increases. After that, I felt fine.

I had another coaching session mid-month. We discussed maintaining protein intake with reduced appetite and strategies for social eating situations. The coaching is helpful but fairly basic—practical tips rather than deep behavior change work.

By the end of month 2: Down another 8 pounds (14 total). The medication continues to work reliably.

Month 3: Moving to 7.5mg

Month 3 brought another dose increase to 7.5mg after medical team approval. Another on-time shipment, another $199 medication charge plus $129 membership.

At 7.5mg, the appetite suppression is strong and consistent. I'm eating significantly smaller portions— maybe 60% of my pre-medication intake—and feeling satisfied. The medication continues to work without tolerance.

My third coaching session focused on long-term planning and strategies for maintaining weight loss. The coach emphasized building sustainable habits while medication provides appetite control.

By the end of month 3: Down 22 pounds total. Feeling good physically. The program is working, though I wish the coaching were more frequent.

Medication Quality and Effectiveness

Because I chose compounded tirzepatide, I'm receiving pharmacy-compounded medication rather than brand-name Mounjaro or Zepbound. Found sources from licensed 503A pharmacies that follow regulatory standards, though compounded medications aren't FDA-approved.

In my experience, the compounded tirzepatide has been effective:

Appetite suppression: Strong and consistent across all three months.
Weight loss: Steady at about 1.5-2 pounds weekly.
Side effects: Typical and manageable—mild nausea with dose increases.
Quality consistency: No noticeable variation between shipments.

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

The main differences are delivery method (vials vs pre-filled pens, slightly less convenient) and regulatory status (compounded vs FDA-approved). For me, the $800+ monthly savings makes the minor inconvenience worthwhile.

The Pricing: Is $328+/Month Good Value?

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

Best case (insurance covers brand-name): $129 membership + $25-$50 copay = $154-$179/month
Compounded option (my choice): $129 membership + $199 compounded = $328/month
Worst case (brand-name without insurance): $129 membership + $1,000+ = $1,129+/month

Compared to alternatives:

Found (compounded): $328/month (includes monthly coaching)
Direct compounded services: $199-$349/month (medication only, minimal support)
Budget compounded options: $149-$199/month (medication only)
Calibrate: $199 program + insurance medication (biweekly coaching)
Ro (brand-name): $444-$594/month (brand pens, basic support)

Found sits in the middle: more expensive than medication-only services, less expensive than brand-name options through telehealth, comparable to coaching programs if insurance cooperates.

The value proposition is moderate. You're getting coaching and support beyond just medication, but not as comprehensively as programs like Calibrate. The flexibility to choose medication type is valuable, but the unclear upfront costs are frustrating.

Coaching and Support Quality

Found provides monthly coaching sessions (not biweekly like Calibrate), which feels like a middle ground:

Monthly Coaching Sessions

I had three 20-minute sessions over three months with a health coach. The sessions provided practical guidance on meal planning, managing side effects, and building sustainable habits.

The coaching was helpful but fairly surface-level compared to working with Calibrate's registered dietitians. It's supportive and practical, but not intensive behavior change work.

Found App

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

The app is useful for accountability and tracking, though it doesn't feel essential—similar functionality exists in free apps like MyFitnessPal.

What Makes Found Different

1. Flexible Medication Options

Found offers genuine flexibility: brand-name through insurance, compounded cash-pay, or various combinations based on your budget and insurance situation. You're not locked into one approach.

This flexibility is valuable for people whose insurance situations change or who want to start with brand-name and switch to compounded later to save money.

2. Middle-Ground Approach

Found positions itself between medication-only services and intensive coaching programs. You get more support than simple prescription services but less intensive (and less expensive) than comprehensive programs like Calibrate.

For people who want some support but don't need biweekly coaching, this middle ground makes sense.

3. No Long-Term Commitments

Unlike Calibrate's three-month minimum, Found doesn't require long-term commitments. You can cancel anytime, which reduces risk if you're uncertain about GLP-1 treatment.

What Could Be Better

1. Unclear Upfront Costs

You don't know your total monthly cost until after approval and medication selection. This makes budgeting difficult and creates uncertainty during the signup process.

The wide range ($154-$1,129+/month) means you can't accurately assess affordability until you're already invested in the process.

2. Mandatory Membership Fee

The $129/month membership is required regardless of medication costs. If you're paying $199/month for compounded medication, the membership adds significantly to your total cost.

Some users would prefer to pay less and skip monthly coaching for a medication-only option.

3. Less Comprehensive Than Alternatives

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

Who Should Choose Found?

Found is ideal for:

People who want flexibility in medication choices (brand vs compounded). Those with insurance that may or may not cover GLP-1s. Anyone who wants some coaching support but not intensive programs. People uncomfortable with long-term commitments. Those who value having options based on budget changes.

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 upfront. Anyone seeking medication-only without membership fees. People who want 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 choose brand-name or compounded based on insurance and budget. The coaching provides helpful support without being overwhelming or overly expensive.

However, the unclear upfront costs are frustrating, and the $129/month membership adds significantly to total expenses. At $328/month for compounded tirzepatide, Found costs more than direct medication-only services while providing less support than comprehensive programs like Calibrate.

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 may serve you better.

Final Thoughts

Found represents a middle path in the GLP-1 telehealth space—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 committing to intensive coaching, Found delivers. The medication works, the coaching is helpful, and the flexibility is valuable.

But the unclear upfront costs and mandatory membership fees mean Found isn't the best value for everyone. Assess your priorities: if you want maximum flexibility, Found works. If you want lowest cost or most intensive coaching, look elsewhere.