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Mirena starts at $300/mo, while Nexplanon starts at $300/mo in Canada. Mirena contains levonorgestrel IUD (Mirena, Kyleena, Jaydess), while Nexplanon contains etonogestrel implant. Last updated: 2026-02-26.

Head-to-Head Comparison

Mirena Nexplanon
Price Range $300–$400/mo $300–$400/mo
Cheapest Pharmacy Costco ($290.00/mo) Costco ($290.00/mo)
Generic Name levonorgestrel IUD (Mirena, Kyleena, Jaydess) etonogestrel implant
Route Intrauterine device Implant
Category Birth Control Birth Control

Pharmacy Price Breakdown

Pharmacy Mirena Nexplanon
Costco $290.00/mo $290.00/mo
Walmart $340.00/mo $340.00/mo
Rexall $360.00/mo $360.00/mo
Shoppers Drug Mart $385.00/mo $385.00/mo

Frequently Asked Questions

Which is cheaper, Mirena or Nexplanon?
Mirena is generally cheaper, starting at $300.00/mo compared to $300.00/mo for Nexplanon. The lowest price is at Costco ($290.00/mo).
What is the difference between Mirena and Nexplanon?
Mirena (levonorgestrel IUD (Mirena, Kyleena, Jaydess)) and Nexplanon (etonogestrel implant) are different medications in the birth control category. Mirena is a intrauterine device, while Nexplanon is a implant.

Last updated: 2026-02-26

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