Best for: Make images
Ideogram
Image generator that is good at putting readable text in pictures.
Free plan works, with limits
Best for: Pictures, logos and designs from words.
Midjourney
Famous for beautiful, artistic AI images. Paid only.
No free planOpen Midjourney ↗
What it is
Midjourney is one of the best-known AI image generators, loved for its artistic style. You use it on its website.
How to start in 5 minutes
- Look at examples on midjourney.com first.
- If you decide to pay, start on the Basic plan.
- Type a prompt and pick from 4 results.
- Upscale or vary the one you like.
Is the free plan enough?
Try a free tool like Ideogram or Firefly first.
No free plan listed. Plans: Basic $10/month, Standard $30, Pro $60, Mega $120 (cheaper billed annually).
Source: Midjourney's own pricing page, checked Nov 2026. Plans change; confirm before you pay.
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