Viome

At-home gut microbiome test using RNA sequencing, with personalized food scores and custom supplement formulas.

Paid Lifestyle

What is Viome?

Viome is an at-home gut microbiome testing service that uses RNA metatranscriptomic sequencing to measure what your microbes are actually doing, not just what is there. The $279 Gut Intelligence Test generates 20+ health scores and 370+ personalized food recommendations, with optional custom probiotic and supplement formulas. Results are delivered through the Viome app.

Key features

  • At-home stool test using RNA metatranscriptomic sequencing
  • 25+ personalized gut health scores (inflammation, metabolic health, diversity)
  • 370+ personalized food recommendations
  • Custom-formulated probiotic and supplement blends matched to your microbiome
  • Retesting and plan updates every 6 months
  • Viome app dashboard with recipes matched to your results
  • AI Health Agent for support questions

Pros

  • RNA-based testing is technically deeper than DNA-only competitors
  • End-to-end system: testing plus personalized supplements
  • BBB-accredited business with A+ score
  • Company reports 90% of members see measurable improvement within 90 days

Cons

  • Among the most expensive at-home microbiome tests and supplement subscriptions
  • Test results take 2-4 weeks and retesting is recommended every 6 months
  • Not diagnostic and does not replace medical testing
  • Trustpilot rating is low (2.4/5) with complaints about delays and weak results

Viome at a glance

PricingPaid
CategoryLifestyle
Platformsweb, ios, android
CompanyViome
Official websitewww.viome.com
gut-healthmicrobiomedna-testpersonalized-nutritionsupplementsprobioticsat-home-testinflammation

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Viome FAQs

What is Viome?

Viome is an at-home gut microbiome testing service that uses RNA metatranscriptomic sequencing to measure what your microbes are actually doing, not just what is there. The $279 Gut Intelligence Test generates 20+ health scores and 370+ personalized food recommendations, with optional custom probiotic and supplement formulas. Results are delivered through the Viome app.

What are the main features of Viome?

Viome offers At-home stool test using RNA metatranscriptomic sequencing, 25+ personalized gut health scores (inflammation, metabolic health, diversity), 370+ personalized food recommendations, Custom-formulated probiotic and supplement blends matched to your microbiome, Retesting and plan updates every 6 months, Viome app dashboard with recipes matched to your results and AI Health Agent for support questions.

How much does Viome cost?

Viome is a paid product. Prices and plans change over time, so check its official website for the current pricing before you buy.

What are the pros and cons of Viome?

Strengths of Viome include RNA-based testing is technically deeper than DNA-only competitors; End-to-end system: testing plus personalized supplements; BBB-accredited business with A+ score. On the downside, Among the most expensive at-home microbiome tests and supplement subscriptions; Test results take 2-4 weeks and retesting is recommended every 6 months; Not diagnostic and does not replace medical testing.