Recraft
9.0#2 in ai image generatorsFree planFree planAndroidiOSWebAPI
VisitRecraft vs Stable Image
Stable Image
7.5#31 in ai image generators$0.01 one-timeFree planWebAPISelf-hosted
VisitWhat both publish
| Fact | Recraft | Stable Image |
|---|---|---|
| API access | Yes | Yes |
| API pricing | API usage is prepaid in non-expiring API Units, with published per-operation charges and non-refundable purchases. | The API pricing page says 1 credit costs $0.01 and lists Stable Image Ultra at 8 credits per generation. |
| Free plan | Yes | No |
| Headquarters | London, United Kingdom | London, United Kingdom |
| Image editing | Available editing operations include image-to-image changes, inpainting, outpainting, erasing regions, background removal and background replacement. | Yes |
| Output formats | SVG,PNG,JPG,PDF,TIFF,Lottie | jpeg,png,webp |
Recraft plans
- Pro 2k—
- Pro 4k—
- Pro 8k—
- FreeFree
- API V4.1 Flash$0.01, paid once
- Basic$12 a month
Stable Image plans
- Community LicenseFree
- Stability AI API credits$0.01, paid once
- Enterprise LicensePriced on request
Pick Recraft if…
You want what its maker publishes above — check its page for the details.
Pick Stable Image if…
It suits creators and developers who want image generation and editing through a web app, API, or self-hosted deployment. The Community License is listed for researchers, developers, small businesses, and creators with less than $1M in annual revenue.