Empirical Health vs Hims Labs
Complete Head-to-Head Comparison
Compare costs, biomarker coverage, and value to find the best blood testing service for your needs
Quick Comparison Summary
Best Value
Empirical Health
52.6 biomarkers per $100
Most Comprehensive
Empirical Health
100+ biomarkers tested
Most Tests Per Year
Hims Labs
2 tests/year
Cost & Value Comparison
Empirical Health
Annual Cost$190
Tests per Year1
Total Biomarkers100+
Cost per Test$190
Hims Labs
Not re-verified since Mar 2026Annual Cost$349
Tests per Year2
Total Biomarkers75+
Cost per Test$174
Service Details
| Feature | Empirical Health | Hims Labs |
|---|---|---|
| Lab Locations | 2200+ locations | 2000+ Quest locations |
| Key Features | Personalized MD video visit included, doctor messaging, custom nutrition plan, exercise routines, mobile app | Telehealth integration, biological age, inflammation markers, nutrient deficiency, Galleri cancer detection add-on ($699), in-person testing at Quest |
| Notes | $190 per test with MD video visit included. Single lab visit. HSA/FSA eligible | $349/yr single plan, 2 tests/year. First draw: 75+ biomarkers; 6-month follow-up retests 55+ biomarkers across 10 health categories. Hims markets the plan as 130+ biomarkers by adding the two draws together, which counts markers repeated on the follow-up twice; we list 75+, the first-draw panel. Personalized Action Plan included. Galleri multi-cancer early detection add-on $699 (exclusive subscriber discount). Acquiring YourBio Health for at-home capillary blood sampling. |
Biomarker Coverage Comparison
55
Tests in Common
30
Only in Empirical Health
23
Only in Hims Labs
Tests Only in Empirical Health
- Apolipoprotein A1 (ApoA1)(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- LDL/HDL Ratio(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- ApoB/ApoA1 Ratio(Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health)
- Urine Appearance(Urinalysis)
- Urine Color(Urinalysis)
- Urine pH(Urinalysis)
- Urine Specific Gravity(Urinalysis)
- Urine Protein(Urinalysis)
- Urine Glucose(Urinalysis)
- Urine Ketones(Urinalysis)
- Urine Bilirubin(Urinalysis)
- Urine Blood (Occult)(Urinalysis)
18 more
- Urine Nitrite(Urinalysis)
- Urine Leukocyte Esterase(Urinalysis)
- Urine WBC(Urinalysis)
- Urine RBC(Urinalysis)
- Urine Bacteria(Urinalysis)
- Squamous Epithelial Cells (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Transitional Epithelial Cells (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Renal Epithelial Cells (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Hyaline Casts (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Granular Casts (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Urine Crystals(Urinalysis)
- Calcium Oxalate Crystals (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Uric Acid Crystals (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Triple Phosphate Crystals (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Yeast (Urine)(Urinalysis)
- Band Neutrophils(Complete Blood Count (CBC))
- Reactive Lymphocytes(Complete Blood Count (CBC))
- Reducing Substances (Urine)(Urinalysis)
Tests Only in Hims Labs
- GGT (Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase)(Liver Function)
- Free T3 (Triiodothyronine)(Thyroid Function)
- TPO Antibodies (Thyroid Peroxidase)(Thyroid Function)
- Thyroglobulin Antibodies(Thyroid Function)
- Total Testosterone(Sex Hormones (Male))
- Free Testosterone(Sex Hormones (Male))
- SHBG (Sex Hormone Binding Globulin)(Sex Hormones (Male))
- PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)(Sex Hormones (Male))
- DHEA-S(Sex Hormones (Male))
- Estradiol (E2)(Sex Hormones (Female))
- Progesterone(Sex Hormones (Female))
- FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)(Sex Hormones (Female))
11 more
- LH (Luteinizing Hormone)(Sex Hormones (Female))
- Prolactin(Sex Hormones (Female))
- AMH (Anti-Mullerian Hormone)(Sex Hormones (Female))
- ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate)(Inflammation & Immune Markers)
- Homocysteine(Inflammation & Immune Markers)
- Cortisol(Stress & Adrenal Function)
- Creatine Kinase(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- IGF-1 (Insulin-like Growth Factor)(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- HOMA-IR (Insulin Resistance)(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
- Systemic Inflammation Index (SII)(Additional Specialized Tests)
- IGF-1 Z-Score(Advanced / Specialty Markers)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is cheaper, Empirical Health or Hims Labs?
Empirical Health is cheaper at $190/year, compared with $349/year for Hims Labs.
How much do Empirical Health and Hims Labs cost per year?
Empirical Health costs $190/year for 1 test ($190 per test). Hims Labs costs $349/year for 2 tests ($174 per test).
Which tests more biomarkers, Empirical Health or Hims Labs?
Empirical Health lists more biomarkers: 100+, compared with 75+ for Hims Labs. Of the markers in our database, 55 are in both panels.
Which gives more biomarkers per dollar, Empirical Health or Hims Labs?
Empirical Health gives more biomarkers per dollar: 52.6 per $100 of annual cost, compared with 21.5 for Hims Labs. Count alone does not decide it; check whether the markers you need are included.
What does Empirical Health test that Hims Labs doesn't?
30 markers in our database are in Empirical Health's panel but not Hims Labs', including Apolipoprotein A1 (ApoA1), LDL/HDL Ratio, ApoB/ApoA1 Ratio, and 27 more.
What does Hims Labs test that Empirical Health doesn't?
23 markers in our database are in Hims Labs' panel but not Empirical Health's, including GGT (Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase), Free T3 (Triiodothyronine), TPO Antibodies (Thyroid Peroxidase), and 20 more.
How many tests per year do Empirical Health and Hims Labs include?
Empirical Health includes 1 test per year. Hims Labs includes 2 tests per year.
Where do Empirical Health and Hims Labs draw blood?
Empirical Health: 2200+ locations. Hims Labs: 2000+ Quest locations.
Can I use insurance with Empirical Health or Hims Labs?
Both are direct-to-consumer services paid out of pocket. Some buyers pay with HSA/FSA funds or submit receipts for out-of-network reimbursement; check with your plan and the provider.