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Ideogram
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OpenRouter
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TaglineThe one that actually gets text in images right.OpenAI's image model. Built into ChatGPT Plus.One API, every model. Pay-as-you-go, no subscriptions.Vector + raster AI for designers. Actually controls the output.
CategoryImageImageDev PlatformImage
PricingFree + $8/mo + $20/mo + $60/moIncluded with ChatGPT Plus $20/moPay per token — model-dependentFree + $12-$48/mo
Best forAnything with text — posters, ads, album covers, slide decks.ChatGPT Plus users who want images without paying extra.Developers experimenting across models. Apps that want fallback logic.Designers, brand teams, anyone needing vector output or tight style control.
Strengths
  • Best text rendering in the game
  • Strong free tier
  • Good for logos, posters, thumbnails
  • Excellent prompt understanding
  • Built into ChatGPT — no extra subscription
  • Good at composition + concepts
  • 300+ models from one endpoint
  • Automatic fallbacks between providers
  • No subscription — just pay what you use
  • Exports SVG vectors — rare in AI image gen
  • Strong style control + consistency
  • Brand kit for consistent outputs
Weaknesses
  • Aesthetic ceiling below Midjourney
  • Less style variety
  • Aesthetic ceiling below Midjourney + Ideogram
  • Text rendering worse than Ideogram
  • No fine control
  • Slight markup over direct API
  • Some provider features not exposed
  • Less hyped than Midjourney
  • Learning curve for non-designers
Kai's verdictS-tier for text-in-image. Use this for posters, Midjourney for art.B-tier standalone, A-tier value if you already pay ChatGPT. Don't pay for it separately.S-tier for model-shopping. I use this for every prototype before committing.S-tier for designers. The only one that takes vectors seriously.
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