Werlabs vs Medichecks
Werlabs and Medichecks serve different markets – Werlabs is Sweden-only with 200+ sampling sites, while Medichecks ships home kits across the UK. Werlabs is significantly cheaper, especially for singl…
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How do Werlabs and Medichecks compare on price?
| Test | Werlabs | Medichecks |
|---|---|---|
| Basic health check | €€215 · SEK 2,395Hälsokontroll Man / Kvinna | €€105 · £89Health and Lifestyle Blood Test (19 biomarkers) |
| Advanced panel | €€358 · SEK 3,995Hälsokontroll Man Plus / Kvinna Plus | €€188 · £159Advanced Well Man Blood Test (44 biomarkers) |
| ApoB | – | €€105 · £89Apolipoprotein Profile Blood Test (9 markers incl. ApoB, ApoA1) |
| Lp(a) | – | €€70 · £59Lipoprotein (a) Blood Test |
| HbA1c | – | €€55 · £46Diabetes (HbA1c) Blood Test |
| Vitamin D | €€26 · SEK 295D-vitamintest | €€46 · £39Vitamin D (25 OH) Blood Test |
| Thyroid | €€31 · SEK 345Sköldkörtelprov | €€53 · £45Thyroid Function Blood Test (TSH, FT4, FT3) |
| Male hormones | €€22 · SEK 245Testosterontest (testosterone only) | €€94 · £79Male Hormone Blood Test (10 biomarkers) |
At a glance
| Werlabs | Medichecks | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | Online-ordered lab tests | Home test kits and venous testing |
| Countries | Sweden | United Kingdom |
| Sample method | Lab blood draw (200+ sites), Lab blood draw | Home finger-prick kit or venous, Venous, Home kit or venous |
| ApoB | No | Yes |
| Lp(a) | No | Yes |
| Referral needed | No | No |
Which is better: Werlabs or Medichecks?
Werlabs is best for
- Cheaper prices on single markers
- Venous blood draw at 200+ Swedish sites
- Swedish residents who want lab-quality results
Medichecks is best for
- UK residents (Werlabs doesn't ship to the UK)
- Finger-prick home kits without leaving home
- Broader range of panels including hormones and thyroid
Werlabs: pros and cons
Pros
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Medichecks: pros and cons
Pros
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Our verdict
Werlabs and Medichecks serve different markets – Werlabs is Sweden-only with 200+ sampling sites, while Medichecks ships home kits across the UK. Werlabs is significantly cheaper, especially for single markers like vitamin D. Medichecks is the only option if you're in the UK, and offers the convenience of finger-prick home kits alongside venous options.
Werlabs vs Medichecks: questions
Is Werlabs cheaper than Medichecks?
Werlabs's cheapest test starts at €21.96, while Medichecks starts at €46.22. But prices vary by test – check the comparison table above for the test you need.
Does Werlabs or Medichecks include ApoB and Lp(a)?
Werlabs does not list ApoB. Medichecks offers ApoB and Lp(a).
Can I use Werlabs or Medichecks without a doctor?
Werlabs does not require a referral. Medichecks does not require a referral.