IGF-1 DES vs MGF
Which should you choose? Here's what you need to know.
The short answer
IGF-1 DES and MGF are both growth hormone peptides, but they work differently. A truncated form of IGF-1 missing the first three amino acids. Has a shorter half-life but higher potency than standard IGF-1. Mechano Growth Factor, a splice variant of IGF-1 produced in response to muscle damage. Studied for muscle repair and growth. Compare vendor pricing and availability below.
On 20 Sep 2026 Peptide Compare tracked 3 vendors selling IGF-1 DES, cheapest in stock $28.00 per mg at Ruo Bio, and 22 selling MGF, cheapest $11.80 per mg at Biotech Peptides.
IGF-1 DES
Growth HormoneA truncated form of IGF-1 missing the first three amino acids. Has a shorter half-life but higher potency than standard IGF-1.
MGF
Growth HormoneMechano Growth Factor, a splice variant of IGF-1 produced in response to muscle damage. Studied for muscle repair and growth.
Price & availability
Once you've decided which peptide fits your needs, here's how they compare on price and vendor options. Prices verified Sep 20, 2026.
IGF-1 DES
MGF
$28.00
Starting from
$28.99
$93.33
Avg. price per mg
$18.48
3
Vendors selling it
22
1 options
In stock now
19 options
4.0/10
Top trust score
9.1/10
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