AI Image Generation Cost Calculator
Planning a large AI art project? Estimate your costs across different models and resolutions.
How much does DALL-E 3 cost per image?
DALL-E 3 typically costs $0.04 per image for Standard quality and $0.08 per image for HD quality when using the OpenAI API. In ChatGPT Plus, it is included in the $20/month subscription.
Is Midjourney cheaper than DALL-E?
Midjourney is subscription-based starting at $10/month. For heavy users, Midjourney can be much cheaper per image because it allows for thousands of generations per month on higher tiers.
What factors affect AI image generation costs?
Resolution (1024x1024 vs larger), quality settings (Standard vs HD), and the specific model used are the primary factors that determine the cost per image.
Can I generate AI images for free?
Yes, models like Stable Diffusion can be run for free on your own hardware, and services like Microsoft Designer (Bing Image Creator) offer free DALL-E 3 generations with daily limits.