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Short answer: for a ready-made subscription Hims and Keeps are usually the cheapest and most widely used; for the absolute lowest out‑of‑pocket cost, buying generic finasteride at a local pharmacy with a GoodRx/SingleCare coupon or via Costco is often cheapest.
Details and why:
- Keeps — often the lowest advertised subscription price for generic finasteride. Simple subscription model, telehealth consult included, and frequent discounts for new customers.
- Hims — very similar to Keeps in price and convenience; large scale means regular promotions and reliable shipping/telehealth follow‑ups.
- Roman (Ro) and Nurx — slightly higher monthly price in many cases but good if you prefer their platform or customer service.
- Lemonaid Health — lower consultation fee model; can be cheaper if you don’t want a recurring “subscription” fee beyond the medication.
- Local pharmacy + GoodRx/SingleCare or Costco — often the absolute cheapest route. GoodRx coupons can drop a 30–90 day supply of generic finasteride to single‑digit or low‑teens monthly equivalent without a subscription. Purchasing 5 mg tablets and splitting (with physician/pharmacist approval) can also lower per‑month cost.
Caveats:
- Prices change by dose, quantity, shipping and state. Many services advertise low monthly prices but require an annual/quarterly charge or add shipping/consult fees.
- You must complete a legitimate telehealth consult/prescription. Don’t use unverified international sellers.
- Talk to a clinician first — finasteride has side effects and contraindications.
If you’d like, tell me your country/ZIP code and whether you want strict subscription convenience or the absolute cheapest per‑month price, and I’ll compare current options for you.