External models

External models let you utilize top AI models directly in Recraft Studio, so you can generate and edit images without switching tools.

Model	Creator	Description	Time	Credits
Flux 2 Max	Black Forest Labs	Maximum consistency for complex, multi-image workflows	20s	18
Flux 2 Dev	Black Forest Labs	Open-weight model for fast experimentation and pipelines	6s	3
Flux 2 Pro	Black Forest Labs	Production-grade realism with strong prompt alignment	10s	10
Flux 2 Flex	Black Forest Labs	Configurable quality, speed, and typography control	20s	13
Flux 1 Dev	Black Forest Labs	Developer-focused version for experimentation	9s	7
Flux 1.1 Pro	Black Forest Labs	Refined Flux model with high-fidelity rendering	6s	8
Flux 1 Kontext Pro*	Black Forest Labs	Context-aware Flux variant preserving semantic alignment in scenes	7s	8
Flux 1 Kontext Max*	Black Forest Labs	Advanced Kontext version with enhanced resolution and cinematic detail	12s	15
GTP Image 1.5 Low*	OpenAI	Fast, lightweight layout-aware image generation	15s	2
GTP Image 1.5 Medium*	OpenAI	Balanced quality and consistency for general use	25s	5
GTP Image 1.5 High*	OpenAI	High-detail images with precise layout control	50s	24
GPT Image 1 Low*	OpenAI	Lightweight GPT-4o variant for text-to-image tasks, multi image editing	15s	2
GPT Image 1 Medium*	OpenAI	Balanced GPT-4o variant with improved detail and realism, multi image editing	35s	8
GPT Image High*	OpenAI	High-quality GPT-4o setting delivering photorealistic outputs, multi image editing	60s	30
HiDream I1 Dev	HiDream AI	Experimental diffusion model optimized for artistic compositions	12s	6
Ideogram V3 Turbo	Ideogram AI	Fast inference mode optimized for speed	9s	6
Ideogram V3 Default	Ideogram AI	Standard setting balancing speed and quality	12s	11
Ideogram V3 Quality	Ideogram AI	Highest-fidelity Ideogram variant	12s	17
Imagen 4	Google DeepMind	Advanced Imagen with higher realism	8s	8
Imagen 4 Ultra	Google DeepMind	Top-tier Imagen for ultra-photorealistic rendering	10s	13
Nano Banana*	Google Gemini	Standard-resolution outputs, reliable generation, and foundational editing.	12s	7
Nano Banana Pro*	Google Gemini	Faster generation, higher fidelity, accurate multilingual text, and advanced creative controls	15s	32
Nano Banana Pro 4K*	Google Gemini	High-resolution variant delivering sharper detail and 4K-grade image outputs.	30s	63
Seedream V4.5*	ByteDance	Structured, reference-driven high-fidelity image generation	30s	8
Seedream V4*	ByteDance	Next-gen diffusion model delivering vivid colors, fine detail, and artistic realism	20s	7
Qwen-Image*	Alibaba	Multimodal model built for high-fidelity image generation and text–image alignment	7s	4
Z-Image Turbo	Alibaba	Ultra-fast photorealism with strong bilingual (English/Chinese) text rendering and solid prompt adherence	3	1

*Used for editing images with natural language within Recraft.

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Why do different models have different credit prices? Different models have different credit prices because each model has unique capabilities and API costs. More advanced or higher-quality models require more credits per use. For example, Nano Banana Pro 4K costs more credits than basic raster generation. The credit cost reflects the model’s complexity and external API pricing. You can find more details about how credits work here.

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