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The best AI image generators out there today


Writing on ZDNet, Sabrina Ortiz has listed the best tools available right now, including, of course, Dall-E and Midjourney, but also some interesting and handy alternatives. Below are the basics. See Sabrina’s article for more details.

Dall-E – best overall

Pros

  • Fast 
  • Not copyrighted 
  • Accurate depictions

Cons

  • Limited Credits 
  • No app

Features

  • Generates four images per credit 
  • Input can be as detailed as you’d like 
  • Price: Free (unless you opt for more credits) 
  • Free credit allowance replenishes every month

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Dream by WOMBO – best for your ‘phone

Pros

  • Mobile app 
  • Remix your own images 
  • Multiple templates

Cons

  • One image per prompt 
  • Subscription cost for full access

Features: 

  • Mobile and desktop versions
  • Different templates to choose from 
  • Realistic renditions 
  • Price: Free limited access

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Craiyon – the best one that is completely free

Pros

  • Free 
  • Unlimited access 
  • Simple to use

Cons

  • Longer wait 
  • Distorted images

Features: 

  • Completely free to use
  • Straightforward interface 
  • Unlimited prompts 
  • Price: Free 

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Midjourney – best for highest quality photos

Pros

  • Very high quality outputs 
  • No duds 
  • Discord community

Cons

  • Cost 
  • Confusing to set up

Features: 

  • Utilizes Discord 
  • Highest quality photos 
  • Creates art for a variety of uses
  • Price: Starts at $8/month

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MyHeritage’s Time Machine – best for self portraits

Pros

  • Lots of options 
  • Great quality renditions 
  • Make great profile pictures

Cons

  • Limited access 
  • Long wait

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