Hims vs Keeps
Hims and Keeps both target men dealing with hair loss, but they take different approaches. Hims is the larger platform with more medication choices, while Keeps is the budget-focused option that sticks to the proven basics.
Written and fact-checked by ClearlyMeds Editorial Team. Published April 6, 2026. Last updated April 6, 2026.
Provider prices last verified April 6, 2026.
This page has not been medically reviewed by a licensed clinician. It is educational content, not medical advice.
| Category | Hims | Keeps | Winner |
|---|---|---|---|
| Starting price (finasteride) | $26/mo | $24/mo | Keeps |
| Medication variety | Finasteride, minoxidil, topical combo, dutasteride | Finasteride, minoxidil, ketoconazole shampoo | Hims |
| Dutasteride available | Yes | No | Hims |
| Topical combo options | Compounded finasteride-minoxidil | Not available | Hims |
| Dermatologist access | No | Optional video consults | Keeps |
| Best for | Men wanting more treatment options | Budget-focused men wanting proven basics | Tie |
Hims
Largest hair loss platform with topical combos
Consultation: Asynchronous clinician review
Coaching: Not included
Keeps
Budget-friendly with dermatologist support
Consultation: Asynchronous clinician review with optional video
Coaching: Not included
Final verdict
Choose Keeps if you want the cheapest path to FDA-approved treatment with a simple subscription. Choose Hims if you want more medication options, including dutasteride and compounded topicals, and do not mind paying slightly more.
Frequently asked questions
Which wins for Starting price (finasteride): Hims or Keeps?
Keeps wins for Starting price (finasteride).
Which wins for Medication variety: Hims or Keeps?
Hims wins for Medication variety.
Which wins for Dutasteride available: Hims or Keeps?
Hims wins for Dutasteride available.
Which wins for Topical combo options: Hims or Keeps?
Hims wins for Topical combo options.
Which wins for Dermatologist access: Hims or Keeps?
Keeps wins for Dermatologist access.
Which wins for Best for: Hims or Keeps?
Hims and Keeps are effectively tied on Best for.