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Keeps vs Male Excel
True annual cost, labs inclusion, delivery methods, and verified reviews compared. Updated March 2026.
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Our pick: Male Excel — 9.2/10 vs 8.3/10, higher rated
Keeps
$25/mo — only clinic with ketoconazole shampoo
8.3/10
Monthly
$25/mo
True Annual
$300/yr
Labs
✗ Extra
States
All 50
Pros
✓Only provider offering ketoconazole shampoo
✓Good physician follow-up
✓Oral and topical options
Cons
✗Slightly more expensive than Hims
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★ Our Pick
Male Excel
Excel Advantage Program — personalized 60-day check-ins
9.2/10
Monthly
$99/mo
True Annual
$1,388/yr
Labs
✗ Extra
States
Most states
Pros
✓60-day health assessments included
✓1-on-1 support with personal medical provider
✓Money-back guarantee
Cons
✗Labs not included in base price
✗No HCG
Side-by-side comparison
| Feature | Keeps | Male Excel |
|---|---|---|
| Monthly price | $25/mo | $99/mo |
| True annual cost | $300/yr | $1,388/yr |
| Labs included | ✗ No | ✗ No |
| Delivery options | oral, topical | injection, cream |
| Editorial score | 8.3/10 | 9.2/10 |
| Trustpilot | 4.4★ | 4.5★ |
| State availability | All 50 states | Most US states |
Our verdict
Male Excel (9.2/10) is our pick over Keeps (8.3/10) for most patients.
Keeps may be a better fit if you prefer Keeps's specific protocol approach. Both clinics require a prescription and blood work before starting treatment.
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