How the service works

  1. You complete an online medical intake covering symptoms, medical history and current medications.
  2. A licensed clinician reviews it — usually asynchronously rather than by video.
  3. If appropriate, a prescription is issued and sent to a partner pharmacy.
  4. Medication ships to you in discreet packaging, typically on a recurring subscription.
  5. Follow-up and dose changes are handled through the platform's messaging.

What to check before you sign up

  • The total monthly cost after any introductory discount ends.
  • Whether the product is an FDA-approved generic or a compounded formulation.
  • How to change dose, and whether that changes the price.
  • How to cancel, and whether it can be done without a phone call.
  • Which pharmacy dispenses, and whether it is accredited.
  • What the privacy policy says about sharing data with advertising platforms.

Who it suits — and who it does not

Good fitPoor fit
Otherwise healthy men who want fast, private accessMen with cardiac disease or on several medications
Men who want hair loss or mental health care in the same accountMen who want the lowest possible price for generic sildenafil
Men who would not otherwise see anyone about thisMen who need a physical examination or bloods

For price-focused buyers, compare against a retail pharmacy with a discount card — see our cost and insurance guide and the cost calculator.

Products

Reviewed individually

Hims sells several different things, and they are not equivalent — some are FDA-approved generics, some are brand-name originals, and some are compounded formulations that have not been through FDA review. Each is reviewed separately, with the retail price of the same molecule shown alongside.

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Check the current price for the specific medication and dose you need, and confirm the renewal rate before you commit.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Is Hims legitimate?
Yes. It is an established, publicly listed telehealth company that connects patients with licensed clinicians and licensed pharmacies. That is a different question from whether it is the cheapest or the most thorough option for you.
Do you speak to a doctor?
Usually the review is asynchronous — a clinician reads your intake rather than speaking to you. Requirements vary by state.
Is it cheaper than a pharmacy?
Often not for the medication itself. What you are buying is the consultation, convenience and delivery. Compare the all-in monthly cost against a discount-card price locally.
Can I cancel easily?
Check the current cancellation process before signing up — this is the most common complaint across every subscription telehealth service, not just this one.
Sources

What this is based on

We link to primary sources — clinical guidelines, regulator publications and peer-reviewed research — wherever possible. Links open on third-party sites we do not control.

  1. [01]U.S. Food and Drug Administration. BeSafeRx: Your Source for Online Pharmacy Information.
  2. [02]National Association of Boards of Pharmacy. Digital Pharmacy Accreditation and safe site listings.
  3. [03]Federal Trade Commission. FTC's Endorsement Guides: What People Are Asking.