Which provider is better:Life Extension or Hims Labs Advanced?
Hims Labs Advanced provides better value with 24.0 biomarkers per $100 spent, offering more comprehensive coverage for your investment.
However, the best choice depends on your specific health goals, budget, and which biomarkers are most important for your situation.
How much do Life Extension and Hims Labs Advanced cost per year?
Life Extension costs $486 per year for 2,
while Hims Labs Advanced costs $499 per year for 2.
The cost per test is $243
for Life Extension and $250
for Hims Labs Advanced.
What biomarkers does Life Extension test that Hims Labs Advanced doesn't?
Life Extension includes 1 unique biomarkers not found in Hims Labs Advanced's panel.
These include UIBC (Unsaturated Iron Binding Capacity).
Can I use insurance with Life Extension or Hims Labs Advanced?
Both Life Extension and Hims Labs Advanced are direct-to-consumer services that typically don't accept insurance.
However, you may be able to submit receipts to your insurance for reimbursement if you have out-of-network benefits,
or use HSA/FSA funds for payment. Check with your insurance provider and the testing companies for specific policies.
How often should I get blood work done?
Most health optimization experts recommend testing 2-4 times per year to establish baselines and track trends.
Life Extension includes 2 in their annual membership,
while Hims Labs Advanced includes 2.
More frequent testing allows you to track the effectiveness of interventions and catch changes early.
Where can I get blood drawn for these tests?
Life Extension uses Quest locations,
while Hims Labs Advanced uses 2500+ locations + at-home.
Both typically have thousands of collection centers nationwide. You'll schedule your blood draw through their platform after ordering.
