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Short answer: Many DTC hair-loss services compete on price, but Keeps is often the cheapest legitimate subscription for generic finasteride (advertised around $8–$10/month on a recurring plan). However, the absolute lowest cost can sometimes be obtained by getting a prescription and using GoodRx/Blink Health at a local pharmacy (Walmart, Costco, Walgreens), where a generic 1 mg supply can run as low as single‑digit dollars per month.
Reliable services to compare (why I’m listing them):
- Keeps — commonly the lowest advertised subscription price for generic finasteride, simple monthly delivery and targeted to hair loss.
- Hims — widely used, straightforward subscription, transparent pricing and refill/shipping options.
- Roman (Ro) — good customer support and subscription flexibility; competitive prices.
- Lemonaid Health — licensed telemedicine visits + pharmacy fulfillment; often lower total cost because of low consult fees and generic pricing.
- Nurx — reputable telemedicine platform with subscription options in some states.
- Honeybee Health / GoodRx Pharmacy / Blink Health — not DTC branding for hair loss but low-cost generics fulfilled through legitimate pharmacies (good if you already have a prescription).
Things to watch and compare:
- Advertised price vs. final price (consult/telehealth fee, shipping, taxes).
- Dose and tablet count (most shows are for 1 mg daily, 30 tablets).
- Whether the service requires a membership fee.
- State availability (telemedicine prescribing rules differ).
- Ability to get a paper/electronic prescription to use at a local pharmacy (this is often the cheapest long-term option).
If you want, tell me your state (or whether you prefer mail delivery vs. local pickup) and the dose (usually 1 mg), and I’ll pull current advertised prices and compare the cheapest legit subscription and the cheapest local-pharmacy option for you.