Updated September 30, 2026 · ThriveCue Editorial Team
UPGUYS vs WeightWatchers
Where UPGUYS and WeightWatchers differ
| Compare |  UPGUYS |  WeightWatchers |
|---|---|---|
| Insurance accepted | No | YesHas it |
| Fastest appointment | Scheduled | 24 7 |
| Mobile app | No | YesHas it |
| Markets | CA | US |
| Consultation price | CA$0 | Not confirmed |
| Plan price per month | Not confirmed | $12 |
| Free delivery | Yes | Not confirmed |
| Money-back period | 0 days | Not confirmed |
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Key differences
- WeightWatchers scores higher overall: 9.6 vs 8.9.
- Insurance accepted: only WeightWatchers.
- Mobile app: only WeightWatchers.
- Support channels: only UPGUYS offers Phone, Help centre.
- Support channels: only WeightWatchers offers Community.
- Founded is lower at WeightWatchers: 1963 vs 2020.
- Services: only UPGUYS offers Sexual health, Hair loss.
- Services: only WeightWatchers offers Weight loss, Menopause.
- Clinicians: only UPGUYS offers Nurse practitioner, Pharmacist.
- Clinicians: only WeightWatchers offers Dietitian.
Our verdict on each
UPGUYS
UPGUYS is a Canadian telehealth service for people who want a consultation at CAD 0 and discreet delivery without leaving home. It runs in CA and support runs on email, phone and chat. The trade-off is scheduled appointments, and the mobile app is listed as no.
WeightWatchers
WeightWatchers suits US adults who want weight loss care, a mobile app and a doctor or dietitian on the same membership, with insurance accepted. It scores 9.6 overall, and the plan price of $12 a month keeps it in reach, though support runs on chat, email and community rather than a phone line.
Score breakdown
| Area | UPGUYS | WeightWatchers |
|---|---|---|
| Cost | 9.5A consultation costs CAD 0 with free delivery, against a site median plan price of €56.97 a month. | 9.8HigherMonthly plan price is $12, and the brand sits 8 of 37 on that measure. |
| Offer | 8.8Covers online gp, prescriptions and pharmacy and doctor, nurse practitioner and pharmacist with free delivery, though appointments are scheduled only. | 9.2HigherService list runs to online gp, prescriptions and pharmacy, with appointments available 24 7 and a mobile app in place. |
| Trust | 8.0Runs as Upguys Health Inc. in CA since 2020, serving CA only, with support on email, phone and chat. | 10.0HigherFounded in 1963 and run by WW International, Inc., with insurance accepted for visits. |
What we checked
UPGUYS
- upguys.com: 12 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- play.google.com: 1 fact, checked September 30, 2026
WeightWatchers
- weightwatchers.com: 10 facts, checked September 30, 2026
- ww.com: 1 fact, checked September 30, 2026
How they place
| Ranking | UPGUYS | WeightWatchers |
|---|---|---|
| Online doctors and telehealth | 17 of 82 | 7 of 82 |
| Online pharmacies | 4 of 109 | 2 of 109 |
Every fact side by side
| Fact | UPGUYS | WeightWatchers |
|---|---|---|
| Services | Online gp, Prescriptions, Pharmacy, Sexual health, Hair loss | Online gp, Prescriptions, Pharmacy, Weight loss, Menopause |
| Clinicians | Doctor, Nurse practitioner, Pharmacist | Doctor, Dietitian |
| Legal entity | Upguys Health Inc. | WW International, Inc. |
| Headquarters | Canada | United States |
| Founded | 2020 | 1963Lower |
| Support channels | Email, Phone, Chat, Help centre | Chat, Email, Community |
Where each stands against the rest
| Fact | UPGUYS | WeightWatchers | Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plan price per month | Not confirmed | $12lowest quarter | $49 |
| Money-back period | 0 daysbelow the median | Not confirmed | 7 days |
Median across 39 listed brands.
Pros and cons
UPGUYS
Pros
- A consultation costs CAD 0, with the site ranking UPGUYS 1 of 34 brands on that figure.
- Free delivery is listed as yes, so a medication order adds no shipping charge.
- Support runs on email, phone and chat, which puts phone and chat next to email.
Cons
- Availability is scheduled, so you wait for a booked slot rather than being seen on demand.
- A mobile app is listed as no, while 94.6% of the services on the site do offer one.
- Insurance accepted is listed as no, and 56.1% of the brands on the site also decline it.
WeightWatchers
Pros
- The care team covers doctor and dietitian, so clinical input sits next to the diet side rather than behind it.
- A mobile app comes with the membership, in line with 94.6% of the brands compared here.
- Insurance is accepted, while 43.9% of the brands listed can say the same, which matters when a plan covers weight loss visits.
Cons
- The plan price of $12 a month ranks 8 of 37 brands on that measure, so cheaper memberships exist.
- Support runs on chat, email and community only, with no phone line listed for members who prefer to talk.
- The service covers US alone, so anyone outside the US gets nothing from it.
Who each suits
UPGUYS
Who it suits
- Men in Canada who want a consultation at CAD 0 and discreet delivery to the door
- Anyone happy to book a scheduled appointment rather than ask for an immediate visit
- People who would rather talk to someone on phone or chat than write an email
Who should look elsewhere
- Anyone who needs round the clock or same day appointments, since availability is scheduled only
- Readers who want to claim costs through insurance, as insurance accepted is listed as no
- Shoppers who need a mobile app to order, message or track a repeat prescription
WeightWatchers
Who it suits
- US adults who want weight loss care under a single monthly membership, with doctor and dietitian on the team and insurance accepted.
- Members who would rather handle day to day questions in an app and a community than in a clinic appointment, since support runs on chat, email and community.
- Readers who want a broad weight loss list, with FeelGood GLP-1 worth a look for a service mix built around sexual health instead of menopause.
Who should look elsewhere
- Readers outside US, where the brand does not operate; DocMorris is the alternative for anyone weighing a wider service list.
- Anyone shopping mainly on the lowest monthly fee, since the plan price ranks 8 of 37 on the brands compared.
- People who want a phone line, since support runs on chat, email and community and DocMorris and FeelGood GLP-1 serve members who want a broader range of services.
Current offers
WeightWatchers
Current offer
First period offer
Save 66% on first month of Med+ membership: $25 for your first month
Requires a 12-month or 6-month Med+ membership; after the first month $74/mo (12-month plan) or $84/mo (6-month plan); cost of GLP-1 medications not included; medication requires eligibility and prescription.
Source, checked September 30, 2026
First period offer
Core membership $12/month for first 12 months: $12/month for first 12 months
12-month Weight Watchers Core membership; excludes all other Weight Watchers plans, packages and services; auto-renews at the regular price for another 12-month period unless cancelled.
Source, checked September 30, 2026
Country by country
| Country | UPGUYS | WeightWatchers |
|---|---|---|
| Canada | Yes | No |
| United States | No | Yes |
Questions about each
UPGUYS
How much does a consultation cost?+
A consultation costs CAD 0, and delivery is listed as free, so the entry point adds nothing to a first order. UPGUYS sits at 1 on the site's consultation price ranking across 34 brands, which puts entry cost at the front of that field.
What does the plan include?+
The service list covers online gp, prescriptions and pharmacy, so online GP visits, prescriptions, a pharmacy, sexual health and hair loss sit under one roof. Clinicians come from doctor, nurse practitioner and pharmacist, and free delivery means a prescription reaches you without a shipping charge on top.
WeightWatchers
How much is the WeightWatchers membership per month?+
The plan price is $12 a month, which is the figure to budget for. On that measure WeightWatchers ranks 8 of 37 brands, so it sits mid table rather than at the cheap end. Consults and any prescribed medication run through the clinical side of the service.
Is the monthly figure introductory or what I pay at renewal?+
The listed plan price is $12 a month and the membership runs under WW International, Inc. terms, so budget that same figure for every month the plan stays open. Treat it as a standing rate, and price any comparison against the monthly number.