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Flux
Open-weights flagship from Black Forest Labs
4.7Launched 2024
Free plan
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Overview
State-of-the-art open image model with exceptional prompt accuracy.
Key features
- Open weights
- Text rendering
- LoRA support
- Image-to-image
Pricing
Open weights
$0
- Self-host
- Schnell + Dev
Pro API
Usage
- Flux 1.1 Pro Ultra
- 4MP output
Pros & cons
Pros
- State of the art quality
- Open weights option
- Excellent text
Cons
- Self-hosting is technical
- No polished consumer app
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