Best Telehealth Services Compared 2026
HSChange Editorial Team
Health Policy Research Team, Consumer Health Guidance
Reviewed by Dr. Sarah Mitchell, MD, MPH, Board-Certified Internal Medicine
Last updated: April 4, 2026
Telehealth has settled into a steady state. Primary care telehealth sits at 6 to 7% utilization, while mental health telehealth is at 28%. The platforms have matured, and the differences between them are clearer than they were during the pandemic scramble. Here's how the major services compare for 2026.
Teladoc
The biggest name in telehealth. Available in all 50 states with 24/7 access. Covers urgent care, primary care, mental health, dermatology, and more. $75 to $99 per urgent care visit without insurance. Many insurance plans include Teladoc at $0 copay. Matches you with local, licensed doctors. Best for: people who want broad specialist access and round-the-clock availability.
Amwell
Rated 4.9/5 on app stores. Offers urgent care, therapy, psychiatry, and specialty consultations. Similar pricing to Teladoc ($75 to $99 without insurance). Strong user experience. Best for: people who value a polished app and high patient ratings.
MDLIVE
$89 per urgent care visit without insurance. Known for fast psychiatric appointment availability. Covers urgent care, dermatology, and behavioral health. Now owned by Evernorth (Cigna's health services company). Best for: people who need psychiatric care quickly.
Doctor On Demand
A covered benefit for over 98 million Americans through employer plans. $99 for medical visits, $134 for therapy without insurance. Focuses on primary care, urgent care, behavioral health, and chronic condition management. Best for: people whose employer already includes it as a benefit.
GoodRx Care
$19 with Gold membership, $49 without. The cheapest option for uninsured patients. Pairs with GoodRx prescription discounts for additional savings. More limited in scope than Teladoc or Amwell. Has a privacy history worth knowing about (FTC fine for sharing health data). Best for: uninsured patients who want the lowest possible cost for basic urgent care.
How to Choose
Check what your insurance covers first. Many plans include one of these services at no extra cost. If you're paying out of pocket, GoodRx Care is cheapest for basic visits. For mental health, MDLIVE or Amwell have faster availability. For the broadest coverage and 24/7 access, Teladoc is the default choice.