Dermatology & Skin

The Best Curology Alternatives

6 Curology alternatives, ranked on our independent 6-factor score with pricing, insurance and public sentiment.

Quick answer

The best-rated alternative to Curology is Honeydew (4.5/5), which is cash-pay from $25/mo. Below are 6 dermatology & skin alternatives ranked by our independent 6-factor score.

Editorially independent: Our rankings and ratings are decided by our editors and are never for sale. Clinics can claim and manage their profile, but cannot pay to change their position or score. See our methodology.

Honeydew

★★★★★4.5

Best for a cash-pay budget from $25/mo

Rated 4.5/5, higher than Curology's 4.2/5. Cash pay, from $25/mo. Trustpilot: 4.6/5 from several hundred reviews.

Read our Honeydew review

Agency

★★★★★4.2

Best for a cash-pay budget from ~$40 per month (billed bimonthly)

Rated 4.2/5, matching Curology. Cash pay, from ~$40 per month (billed bimonthly). Trustpilot: 4.7/5 from ~140 reviews.

Read our Agency review

Hims & Hers

★★★★★4.1

Best for a cash-pay budget from $79/mo

Rated 4.1/5. Cash pay, from $79/mo. Trustpilot: 3.0/5 from ~7,000 reviews.

Read our Hims & Hers review

Happy Head

★★★★★4.0

Best for a cash-pay budget from From $59/mo

Rated 4/5. Cash pay, from From $59/mo. Trustpilot: 4.5/5 from ~1,700 reviews.

Read our Happy Head review

First Derm

★★★★★3.8

Best for a cash-pay budget from From $34.95 per consult

Rated 3.8/5. Cash pay, from From $34.95 per consult. Trustpilot: 3/5 from a very small review count.

Read our First Derm review

MDLIVE

★★★★★3.7

Best for patients who want to use insurance

Rated 3.7/5. Unlike Curology, it accepts insurance (Commercial), with cash pricing from $0–$108/visit. Trustpilot: 1.5/5 ('Bad') from ~12,100 reviews (BBB F; Sitejabber 1.1/5).

Read our MDLIVE review

Why people look for Curology alternatives

•Subscription model
•Not a full dermatology workup

See the full picture in our Curology review.

Curology alternatives: FAQ

What is the best alternative to Curology?+

Honeydew is the best-rated alternative, scoring 4.5/5 on our independent 6-factor rubric. Pricing starts at $25/mo.

Is there a cheaper alternative to Curology?+

MDLIVE is among the lowest-priced options here, starting at $0–$108/visit. Compare total cost, since add-ons and lab fees vary by provider.

Curology vs Honeydew: which is better?+

Honeydew rates 4.5/5 versus Curology. The right pick depends on whether you want insurance, the lowest price, or a specific treatment.