Superpower vs WHOOP Advanced Labs

Complete Head-to-Head Comparison

Compare costs, biomarker coverage, and value to find the best blood testing service for your needs

$199
Superpower
$349
WHOOP Advanced Labs
✓ Independent Analysis✓ 2025 Updated Pricing✓ Complete Biomarker Coverage

Quick Comparison Summary

Best Value
WHOOP Advanced Labs
18.6 biomarkers per $100
Most Comprehensive
WHOOP Advanced Labs
65 biomarkers tested
Most Tests Per Year
WHOOP Advanced Labs
2 tests/year

Cost & Value Comparison

Superpower

Superpower

Annual Cost$199
Tests per Year1
Total Biomarkers100+ (150 with ratios)
Cost per Test$199
WHOOP Advanced Labs

WHOOP Advanced Labs

Annual Cost$349
Tests per Year2
Total Biomarkers65
Cost per Test$174

Service Details

FeatureSuperpowerWHOOP Advanced Labs
Lab Locations2000+ locationsQuest locations
Key FeaturesAdvanced lipid panel with LDL-P, inflammation ratios, fatty acid analysis, comprehensive autoimmune panel, at-home draw ($99)Integrates with WHOOP wearable, clinician-reviewed reports, upload existing results free, correlates labs to daily behaviors
Notes$199/year or $17/month. 100+ directly measured biomarkers plus 50+ calculated ratios (Castelli Risk Index, TG/HDL, NLR, SII). HSA/FSA eligible$349 for 2 tests/year. Launched Sept 2025. Requires WHOOP membership ($200-350/yr separately). Tiers:$199 (1 test), $349 (2 tests), $599 (4 tests), $899 (6 tests). Not available in AZ, HI, WY, ND, SD.

Biomarker Coverage Comparison

52
Tests in Common
38
Only in Superpower
0
Only in WHOOP Advanced Labs

Tests Only in Superpower

Complete Biomarker Comparison by Category

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BiomarkerSuperpowerWHOOP Advanced Labs
Complete Blood Count (CBC)
Hemoglobin✓✓
Hematocrit✓✓
Red Blood Cell Count (RBC)✓✓
White Blood Cell Count (WBC)✓✓
Platelet Count✓✓
MCV, MCH, MCHC✓✓
RDW (Red Cell Distribution Width)✓✓
Neutrophils✓✓
Lymphocytes✓✓
Monocytes✓✓
Eosinophils✓✓
Basophils✓✓
Lipid Panel / Cardiovascular Health
Total Cholesterol✓✓
LDL Cholesterol✓✓
HDL Cholesterol✓✓
Triglycerides✓✓
VLDL Cholesterol✓—
Apolipoprotein B (ApoB)✓✓
Lipoprotein (a)✓✓
LDL Particle Number✓—
LDL Particle Size✓—
Metabolic Health / Glucose
Fasting Glucose✓✓
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c)✓✓
Insulin✓✓
Uric Acid✓✓
Fructosamine✓—
Liver Function
ALT (Alanine Aminotransferase)✓✓
AST (Aspartate Aminotransferase)✓✓
ALP (Alkaline Phosphatase)✓✓
GGT (Gamma-Glutamyl Transferase)✓—
Bilirubin (Total)✓✓
Albumin✓✓
Total Protein✓✓
Globulin✓✓
Kidney Function
Creatinine✓✓
BUN (Blood Urea Nitrogen)✓✓
eGFR (Estimated Glomerular Filtration Rate)✓✓
BUN/Creatinine Ratio✓✓
Electrolytes &Minerals
Sodium✓✓
Potassium✓✓
Chloride✓✓
Carbon Dioxide (CO2)✓✓
Calcium✓✓
Magnesium✓—
Phosphorus✓—
Anion Gap✓—
Thyroid Function
TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)✓✓
Free T4 (Thyroxine)✓—
Free T3 (Triiodothyronine)✓—
TPO Antibodies (Thyroid Peroxidase)✓—
Thyroglobulin Antibodies✓—
T3 Uptake✓—
Total T4✓—
Sex Hormones (Male)
Total Testosterone✓—
Free Testosterone✓✓
SHBG (Sex Hormone Binding Globulin)✓✓
Estradiol (E2)✓—
PSA (Prostate Specific Antigen)✓—
DHEA-S✓✓
Sex Hormones (Female)
Estradiol (E2)✓✓
Progesterone✓—
FSH (Follicle Stimulating Hormone)✓✓
LH (Luteinizing Hormone)✓✓
Prolactin✓—
Inflammation &Immune Markers
hs-CRP (High Sensitivity C-Reactive Protein)✓—
ESR (Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate)✓—
Homocysteine✓✓
Vitamins &Nutrients
Vitamin D (25-Hydroxy)✓✓
Vitamin B12✓✓
Folate✓—
Ferritin✓✓
Iron (Serum)✓✓
TIBC (Total Iron Binding Capacity)✓✓
Stress &Adrenal Function
Cortisol✓✓
Advanced / Specialty Markers
Omega-3 Index / Fatty Acids✓—
EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid)✓—
DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid)✓—
Arachidonic Acid / EPA Ratio✓—
Heavy Metals - Mercury✓—
Creatine Kinase✓—
IGF-1 (Insulin-like Growth Factor)✓—
Autoimmune Markers
Cancer Screening Markers
PSA Free (Prostate Cancer)✓—
Additional Specialized Tests
Neutrophil/Lymphocyte Ratio✓—
Platelet/Lymphocyte Ratio✓—
Monocyte/HDL Ratio✓—
Transferrin Saturation✓—
GGT/HDL Ratio✓—
Systemic Inflammation Index (SII)✓—
Free Androgen Index (FAI)✓—
Testosterone/Estradiol Ratio✓—
Urinalysis

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which provider is better:Superpower or WHOOP Advanced Labs?
WHOOP Advanced Labs provides better value with 18.6 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 Superpower and WHOOP Advanced Labs cost per year?
Superpower costs $199 per year for 1, while WHOOP Advanced Labs costs $349 per year for 2. The cost per test is $199 for Superpower and $174 for WHOOP Advanced Labs.
What biomarkers does Superpower test that WHOOP Advanced Labs doesn't?
Superpower includes 38 unique biomarkers not found in WHOOP Advanced Labs's panel. These include VLDL Cholesterol, LDL Particle Number, LDL Particle Size, and others.
Can I use insurance with Superpower or WHOOP Advanced Labs?
Both Superpower and WHOOP Advanced Labs 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. Superpower includes 1 in their annual membership, while WHOOP Advanced Labs 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?
Superpower uses 2000+ locations, while WHOOP Advanced Labs uses Quest locations. Both typically have thousands of collection centers nationwide. You'll schedule your blood draw through their platform after ordering.

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