FX
FLUX
AI Image Generation
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Black Forest Labs · launched 2024 · Intermediate
Open-weight image models with exceptional prompt adherence and text rendering, available hosted or self-run on your own GPU.
Overall rating
4.5
Ease of use3.9
Value for money4.9
Performance4.7
Popularity4.4
Pricing
Open weights · hosted from $0.003/image
Free version
Yes
API
Available
Mobile app
No
Key features
- Open weights
- Strong text in images
- Inpainting & editing
- LoRA fine-tuning
- Cheap API
Pros
- Runs locally
- Very low cost per image
- Great fidelity
Cons
- Setup needed for local use
- No polished consumer app
Best use cases
Brand assets at scale
Product mockups
Fine-tuned styles
Platforms
API
Local
Web
Learning curve: Moderate
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