Bottom Line
Generic tadalafil costs $4-6 per dose (as-needed) or $8-12/month (daily) at telehealth providers — 90%+ cheaper than brand Cialis ($70+/pill).
Best prices: Hims and Roman for both as-needed and daily options.
Tadalafil Price Comparison
| Provider | As-Needed | Daily |
|---|---|---|
| Hims | $4-6/dose | $8-12/mo |
| Roman | $4-6/dose | $8-11/mo |
| Rex MD | $2/dose | ~$30/mo |
| BlueChew | $3-5/chewable | N/A |
| Brand Cialis | $70+/pill | $400+/mo |
Daily vs As-Needed: Which Is Cheaper?
As-Needed (10-20mg)
$4-6 per dose. Best if you're active 1-2x/week or less.
Monthly cost: $16-48 (4-8 doses)
Daily (2.5-5mg)
$8-12/month flat. Best if you're active 2+ times/week.
Monthly cost: $8-12 (unlimited)
If you're sexually active 2+ times per week, daily is cheaper.
Why Tadalafil Over Sildenafil?
- Longer duration: Up to 36 hours vs 4-6 hours
- Daily option: Always ready, no planning needed
- Less food interaction: Works regardless of meals
- Also treats BPH: Helps with urinary symptoms