19 AI Image Models - Pick the Best One for Your Project
GPT Image 2, FLUX.1, Recraft V4 Pro, Ideogram 3, Nano Banana and 14 more - all accessible from one account. Pick the right model for every creative task.
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OpenAI
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GPT Image 2
New
OpenAI's flagship image model. Exceptional prompt understanding, polished composition, and photo-realistic output from natural language alone.
GPT Image-1.5
Previous generation GPT Image with superior editing control - great at preserving image detail when making targeted changes to existing images.
Google
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Nano Banana 2
New
Google's latest image model. Faster generation, sharper details and cleaner text rendering than its predecessor - built on Gemini 3 architecture.
Nano Banana Pro
Premium
Maximum quality Nano Banana. Powered by Gemini 3 Pro for consistent multi-image outputs and complex infographic generation.
Nano Banana
Smart, context-aware edits with consistent visual output. Strong at maintaining style coherence across a series of generated images.
Black Forest Labs
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FLUX.2 Pro
BFL's most advanced model. Best-in-class prompt adherence with high-fidelity results. The go-to for demanding creative briefs.
FLUX.1 Kontext Max
Enhanced Kontext built for maximum quality. Keeps characters and objects consistent across a series of edits without drift.
FLUX.1 Kontext
Precise, controllable image generation and editing with context-awareness. Ideal for iterative workflows where each step builds on the last.
FLUX Dev
Flexible open-weight model for detailed, realistic images. Popular with developers for fine-tuning and custom workflow integration.
FLUX Schnell
Fastest
BFL's speed-optimised model. Generates quality images in seconds - perfect for rapid iteration, prototyping, and A/B testing creative concepts.
Recraft
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Recraft V4
New
Polished, production-ready visuals with precise text rendering. Leads benchmark rankings for typography accuracy inside generated images.
Recraft V4 Pro
Premium
High-resolution output for demanding production use. Tops leaderboards for text rendering accuracy and detailed vector-like illustration output.
Bytedance
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Seedream 4.5
New
Best model for posters, social graphics, and text-heavy designs. Seedream 4.5 handles complex typography layouts better than almost any other model.
Seedream 4.0
Ultra-high quality for consistent image generation. Strong on realistic scenes with detailed backgrounds, textures, and accurate colour reproduction.
ImagineArt
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Ideogram 3.0
Precise, controllable image generation with strong text-in-image accuracy. A reliable choice for logos, labels, and graphic design that requires readable text.
Phoenix 1.0
Exceptional prompt adherence and clean text rendering. A solid all-rounder that handles portraits, landscapes, and concept art with equal confidence.
Phoenix 0.9
Preview of the foundational Phoenix architecture. Slightly faster at lower credit cost - useful as a draft pass before finalising with Phoenix 1.0.
Lucid Origin
Excellent prompt adherence and text rendering for HD output. Optimised for clarity - clean, sharp images with minimal artefacts.
Lucid Realism
Purpose-built for cinematic shots and lifelike photography-style outputs. Best for product photography, fashion, and environment shots.
What Will You Create?
Different models shine in different scenarios - here's where to start.
Marketing Visuals
Ads, social posts, and hero images that grab attention without expensive photographers.
Best: GPT Image 2, Recraft V4
Concept Art
Rapid iteration on creative concepts for games, film, animation, and product design.
Best: FLUX.2 Pro, Phoenix 1.0
Logo and Brand Design
Logos, icons, and brand assets with clean text and crisp vector-like output.
Best: Recraft V4 Pro, Ideogram 3.0
Product Photography
Studio-quality product shots on any background without a camera or set.
Best: Lucid Realism, GPT Image 2
Poster and Print
Event posters, book covers, and print-ready layouts with accurate text placement.
Best: Seedream 4.5, Recraft V4 Pro
Rapid Prototyping
Fast iteration on visual ideas, moodboards, and client drafts before committing to a direction.
Best: FLUX Schnell, Phoenix 0.9
One Plan. Every AI Model.
Your subscription covers both image generation credits and access to every text AI model on the platform.
19 AI image models
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25M
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Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about AI image models on AskAI.free.
Which model should I start with?
Start with FLUX Schnell for fast, cheap iterations. Once you have a direction, switch to GPT Image 2, Recraft V4, or Seedream 4.5 depending on the type of output you need.
How does the token system work?
Everything runs on one shared token pool - Image generation, chat, video, face swap. Each model deducts a different number of tokens based on its compute cost. FLUX Schnell costs 16,000 tokens ($0.006) while premium models like Recraft V4 cost 320,000 tokens ($0.12).
Which model is best for text inside images?
Recraft V4 Pro and Seedream 4.5 lead the field for accurate, legible text inside generated images. Ideogram 3.0 is also very strong for logo and label work.
Can I use generated images commercially?
Generally yes - images generated via API are yours to use commercially, subject to each model provider's terms. Check the individual model pages for specifics on commercial licensing.
Does the Pro plan include both image and text AI?
Yes. The $9.99 Pro plan gives you 25M tokens per month - Enough for ~78 premium Recraft V4 images or thousands of FLUX Schnell generations - Plus unlimited access to ChatGPT 5, Claude Opus 4.7, Gemini, and DeepSeek R1.
Do unused tokens roll over?
No - Tokens reset at the start of each billing cycle. This keeps subscription pricing predictable for everyone. Upgrade to a higher plan if you regularly need more.
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