About Text to Image Models
Explore 21 production-ready Text to Image AI models on Modellix. Compare capabilities, try models in the playground, and integrate them through one unified API.
All Text to Image Models
google/nano-banana-2.1
[Core Function] Nano Banana 2.1 is Google's fast text-to-image model on Gemini 3.6 Flash, exposed as google/nano-banana-2.1. [Strengths] It keeps Flash-level speed at 1K, 2K, and 4K, with stronger visual quality, text rendering, and real-world knowledge than Nano Banana 2. thinkingLevel trades latency for quality and defaults to medium. Optional systemInstruction is omitted when blank. enableWebSearch turns on Google Search grounding (web and image search) only when true. [Best For] High-volume image production, posters and diagrams with readable text, localized text, and rapid iteration on new text-to-image work. [Limitations] Do NOT use this model for image or video editing, 512-pixel output, audio input, or reference images. This endpoint accepts a prompt only. seed, temperature, topP, topK, and logprobs are rejected. [Routing] Use google/nano-banana-2.1 for new text-to-image work. Use google/nano-banana-2 when the caller needs the 512 resolution of Gemini 3.1 Flash Image. Use google/nano-banana-2.1-edit when the user supplies images or a video. Use google/nano-banana-pro when the user wants the highest-end professional stills.
openai/gpt-image-2.5-flare
[Core Function] GPT Image 2.5 Flare is a speed-oriented text-to-image generation model. [Strengths] Supports ten aspect ratios, resolution tiers up to 4K, and transparent backgrounds. [Best For] Landscape illustrations, product posters, and transparent icons. [Limitations] Do NOT use this for editing an existing image or selecting arbitrary pixel dimensions. [Routing] Choose this variant when speed is the priority; use GPT Image 2.5 Sunburst when image quality is the priority. Use GPT Image 2.5 Flare Edit when input images are required.
openai/gpt-image-2.5-sunburst
[Core Function] GPT Image 2.5 Sunburst is a quality-oriented text-to-image generation model. [Strengths] Supports ten aspect ratios, resolution tiers up to 4K, and transparent backgrounds. [Best For] Landscape illustrations, product posters, and transparent icons. [Limitations] Do NOT use this for editing an existing image or selecting arbitrary pixel dimensions. [Routing] Choose this variant when image quality is the priority; use GPT Image 2.5 Flare when speed is the priority. Use GPT Image 2.5 Sunburst Edit when input images are required.
microsoft/mai-image-2.6-flash
[Core Function] MAI Image 2.6 Flash is the faster, lower-cost variant of MAI Image 2.6 text-to-image generation. [Strengths] It targets similar quality to MAI Image 2.6 with lower latency for high-throughput workloads. [Best For] Highly recommended for: production pipelines, batch generation, and latency-sensitive image APIs. [Limitations] Do NOT use this if the requested width or height is below 768, or if width x height exceeds 1,048,576 pixels. Output is always PNG. auto_aspect_ratio and web_grounding are optional booleans; omit them unless the caller sets them. [Routing] Use this model when speed or cost matters more than maximum 2.6 quality. For the highest fidelity, route to MAI Image 2.6.
microsoft/mai-image-2.6
[Core Function] MAI Image 2.6 is Microsoft's latest text-to-image generation model in the MAI Image family. [Strengths] It improves text rendering, portraits, 3D imagery, and commercial photorealistic output compared with MAI Image 2.5. [Best For] Highly recommended for: marketing visuals, product hero shots, portraits, and prompts that need accurate on-image text. [Limitations] Do NOT use this if the requested width or height is below 768, or if width x height exceeds 1,048,576 pixels. Output is always PNG. auto_aspect_ratio and web_grounding are optional booleans; omit them unless the caller sets them. [Routing] Use this model when the latest MAI quality is required. For lower latency or cost, route to MAI Image 2.6 Flash.
xai/grok-imagine-image-2.0
[Core Function] Grok Imagine Image 2.0 generates images from a text prompt. [Strengths] It supports quality (low or medium), 1k or 2k resolution, a wide range of aspect ratios including 21:9 and 5:2, and up to 10 images per request. [Best For] Highly recommended for: concept art, marketing visuals, cinematic banners, and batch generation. [Limitations] This model does not edit existing images. [Routing] For image editing, use Grok Imagine Image 2.0 Edit.
alibaba/qwen-image-3.0
[Core Function] Qwen Image 3.0 is Alibaba's standard text-to-image model balancing quality and speed. [Strengths] It supports free-form output size (width*height), optional negative prompts, intelligent prompt rewrite (direct/agent modes), batch generation of 1-6 images, and long structured prompts. [Best For] General creative stills, posters with readable text, product shots, and multi-variant exploration (n up to 6) when Pro-tier photorealism is not required. [Limitations] Do NOT use this if the user needs image editing with reference images (use Qwen Image 3.0 Edit). Keep total pixels within 512*512 to 2048*2048. Very long prompts combined with a long negative_prompt may exceed the model input capacity (about 4.5k tokens total). [Routing] Prefer Qwen Image 3.0 Pro for higher photorealism; use this for balanced quality/speed. If the user provides reference image(s) to edit, route to Qwen Image 3.0 Edit instead.
alibaba/qwen-image-3.0-pro
[Core Function] Qwen Image 3.0 Pro is Alibaba's latest text-to-image model with strong prompt following and photorealism. [Strengths] It supports free-form output size (width*height), optional negative prompts, intelligent prompt rewrite, batch generation of 1-6 images, and long structured prompts for complex layouts. [Best For] Highly recommended for: photorealistic stills, marketing posters with readable text, detailed scene compositions, multi-panel layouts, product hero shots, and multi-variant creative exploration (n up to 6). [Limitations] Do NOT use this if the user needs native 4K output, thinking-mode reasoning, or image editing with reference images (use Qwen Image 3.0 Pro Edit for edits). Keep total pixels within 512*512 to 2048*2048. Very long prompts combined with a long negative_prompt may exceed the model input capacity (about 4.5k tokens total). [Routing] Prefer this over Qwen Image 2.0 Pro for new Qwen Image text-to-image work. If the user provides reference image(s) to edit, route to Qwen Image 3.0 Pro Edit instead.
bytedance/seedream-5.0-pro
[Core Function] Seedream 5.0 Pro is ByteDance's flagship professional-grade Text-to-Image (T2I) generation model. [Strengths] It delivers top-tier image quality with enhanced precision control over positions and elements, superior prompt adherence, and improved generation consistency for professional scenarios. [Best For] Highly recommended for: professional design assets, high-fidelity photorealistic imagery, precisely controlled compositions, and brand or commercial visuals where quality matters most. [Limitations] Do NOT use this model for batch image generation or streaming output; it generates exactly one image per request and supports up to 2K resolution (no 3K/4K). [Routing] Choose this Pro model when the user emphasizes ultimate quality or precision. Choose Seedream 5.0 Lite when real-time web knowledge, batch generation, or 3K resolution is needed. To edit an existing image use Seedream 5.0 Pro Edit; to blend multiple reference images use Seedream 5.0 Pro Multi-Reference.
google/nano-banana-2-lite
[Core Function] Nano Banana 2 Lite (Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite Image) is the lightweight, cost-efficient text-to-image model of the Nano Banana 2 family. [Strengths] It generates images even faster and more cheaply than Nano Banana 2, well suited to high-volume creative and stylized output at lower cost. [Best For] Highly recommended for: high-volume batch generation, quick drafts and thumbnails, and cost-sensitive creative iteration. [Limitations] Do NOT use this model when you need maximum detail, high-end photorealism, or the richest quality; use Nano Banana 2 or Nano Banana Pro instead. [Routing] Choose the Lite variant when cost and throughput matter more than peak quality; step up to Nano Banana 2 for richer results.
xai/grok-imagine-image
[Core Function] Grok Imagine Image is xAI's standard text-to-image generation model. [Strengths] It excels at quickly generating solid, visually appealing images from a text prompt across a wide range of aspect ratios. [Best For] Highly recommended for: rapid prototyping, social media content, and general-purpose image generation. [Limitations] Do NOT use this model when maximum detail or fidelity is required; the Quality variant produces richer detail. [Routing] Choose this model for fast, general image generation. When the user demands maximum fidelity, route to Grok Imagine Image (Quality).
xai/grok-imagine-image-quality
[Core Function] Grok Imagine Image (Quality) is xAI's high-fidelity text-to-image generation model. [Strengths] It excels at producing richly detailed, high-quality images from a text prompt, with flexible aspect ratios and an optional 2K resolution. [Best For] Highly recommended for: detailed concept art, marketing visuals, and any scenario where image quality is prioritized over generation speed. [Limitations] Do NOT use this model when latency is critical, as generation is slower than the standard model. [Routing] Use this model by default when the user emphasizes quality or detail. For faster, lighter generation use Grok Imagine Image (standard).
openai/gpt-image-2
[Core Function] GPT Image 2 is a state-of-the-art text-to-image generation model. [Strengths] It excels at generating highly detailed, photorealistic images from text descriptions, with native support for ultra-high resolutions including 2K and 4K (up to 3840x2160). [Best For] Highly recommended for: cinematic landscapes, detailed character portraits, high-end commercial concept art, and any scenario requiring maximum resolution and visual fidelity. [Limitations] Do NOT use this model if you need a transparent background (e.g., for icons or UI assets), as it does not support the `background: transparent` parameter. [Routing] Use this model by default for all high-quality image generation requests. If the user explicitly asks for an image with a transparent background, route to GPT Image 1.5 instead.
kling/kling-v3-t2i
[Core Function] Kling V3 T2I is the flagship text-to-image model (POST /images/generations, model_name=kling-v3). [Strengths] High aesthetic quality, prompt adherence, 1K/2K. [Best For] Concept art and photorealistic generation without a reference image. [Limitations] No reference image; for I2I use kling-v3-i2i; for multi-image/series use kling-v3-omni-image. [Routing] Default for Kling text-to-image.
alibaba/wan2.7-image
[Core Function] Wan 2.7 Image is a fast, reasoning-enhanced image generation model. [Strengths] It includes the chain-of-thought reasoning and text rendering of the Pro version, but is optimized for speed, supporting up to 2K resolution. [Best For] Highly recommended for: fast iterations, conceptual design, and generating accurate images with text at standard resolutions. [Limitations] Do NOT use this model if you require 4K print-ready resolution. [Routing] Use this for standard, everyday high-quality image generation requests.
alibaba/wan2.7-image-pro
[Core Function] Wan 2.7 Image Pro is Alibaba's flagship reasoning-enhanced image generation model. [Strengths] It features built-in chain-of-thought reasoning (Thinking Mode), exceptional prompt accuracy, native 12-language text rendering, and generates ultra-high-resolution 4K images. [Best For] Highly recommended for: print-ready large-format posters, complex logical prompts, and generating images containing specific text/typography. [Limitations] Do NOT use this model if you need to generate batch images rapidly (use Wan 2.7 Image instead) or if you specifically need negative prompts (use Qwen Image 2.0 Pro). [Routing] Use this model by default for high-end, 4K, or text-heavy image generation tasks.
alibaba/z-image-turbo
[Core Function] Z-Image Turbo is an older generation text-to-image model. [Strengths] Historically provided faster generation times and lower latency compared to its standard counterparts. Maintained for backward compatibility. [Best For] Existing legacy integrations that require the specific speed/cost tradeoff of this older model. [Limitations] Do NOT use this for new creations. It is a legacy model maintained for backward compatibility. [Routing] Only use if explicitly requested; otherwise use Wan 2.7 T2I.
bytedance/seedream-5.0-lite
[Core Function] Seedream 5.0 Lite is a smart, reasoning-enhanced image generation model with real-time web search capabilities. [Strengths] It excels at generating time-sensitive imagery, infographics, and content requiring deep world knowledge or online search, boasting superior prompt understanding and reasoning. [Best For] Highly recommended for: current-event posters, text-heavy designs, and concept art requiring complex logical reasoning. [Limitations] As a 'Lite' model, its absolute photorealistic aesthetic ceiling might be slightly lower than the specialized 4.5 model. [Routing] Use this model by default when the user needs real-time information, deep reasoning, or complex intent understanding in their image.
google/nano-banana-2
[Core Function] Nano Banana 2 (Gemini 3.1 Flash Image) is an extremely fast text-to-image model. [Strengths] It is optimized for high-speed, high-volume visual generation, creative prompting, and rapid stylistic experimentation. [Best For] Highly recommended for: rapid creative iteration, generating large batches of images quickly, and artistic/stylized graphics. [Limitations] Do NOT use this model if you require strict, high-end photorealism; prefer Nano Banana Pro for higher-fidelity creative output. [Routing] Route to this model for 'fast', 'creative', or 'stylized' high-volume requests. For Nano Banana 2.1, use google/nano-banana-2.1.
google/nano-banana-pro
[Core Function] Nano Banana Pro (Gemini 3 Pro Image) is a high-capability creative image model. [Strengths] It balances the creative flexibility and speed of the Nano series with higher fidelity output. [Best For] Highly recommended for: high-quality stylized art and complex creative compositions. [Limitations] Do NOT use this model when you need the absolute highest photorealism or detail; step up within the Nano Banana family (Nano Banana 2 or Nano Banana Pro Edit workflows) as needed. [Routing] Use this model for high-quality, creative, non-photorealistic requests.
google/nano-banana
[Core Function] Nano Banana is the original fast creative image model. [Strengths] Very fast creative generation. [Best For] Quick sketches and ideas. [Limitations] Superseded by Nano Banana 2 for general speed tasks. [Routing] Default to Nano Banana 2 unless specifically requested.
