AI image model comparison
FLUX.2 Flex vs FLUX.2 Pro
Image quality, cost per image, and editing features compared side by side. Or skip the guesswork and generate with both.
Black Forest Labs
FLUX.2 Flex
FLUX.2 [flex] excels at rendering complex text, typography, and fine details, and supports multi-reference editing in the same unified architecture.
- Per image
- $0.06
- Output / 1M
- $14.65
- Image Elo
- 1200
Black Forest Labs
FLUX.2 Pro
A high-end image generation and editing model focused on frontier-level visual quality and reliability.
- Per image
- $0.03
- Output / 1M
- $7.32
- Image Elo
- 1195
At a glance
Quick verdict
Which model wins on the things that matter most when you're making images.
Cheaper per image
FLUX.2 Pro
$0.03 vs $0.06, 2x cheaper
Better image quality
FLUX.2 Flex
1200 vs 1195 Elo in blind votes
Better at editing
Not available
Only one editing score is available
Newer release
FLUX.2 Flex
Released November 25, 2025
Quality
Image quality rankings
Elo ratings from Design Arena, where people vote between two anonymous images made from the same prompt. Higher is better.
Image generation
Image editing
Graphic design
Logos
Pricing
FLUX.2 Flex vs FLUX.2 Pro price per image
What each image actually costs, plus the underlying API rates. Cheaper option highlighted.
| Metric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Cost per imageEstimated, ~1 megapixel (1024×1024) | $0.06 | $0.03 |
| Image outputPer 1M image tokens | $14.65 | $7.32 |
| Tokens per imageHow many image tokens one ~1MP image uses | 4,096 | 4,096 |
| Prompt textPer 1M input tokens | Included | Included |
What it costs in practice
Estimated totals at standard resolution.
Single image
1 image
Social media batch
50 images
Product catalog
1,000 images
Specs
Inputs, outputs, and limits
What each model accepts, what it gives back, and how long your prompt can be.
| Metric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Accepts | Image, Text | Image, Text |
| Produces | Image | Image |
| Max prompt lengthText plus reference images | 67K tokens | 47K tokens |
| Reasoning step | No | No |
| Release date | November 25, 2025 | November 25, 2025 |
Features
Supported features
Creative controls available for each model.
| Metric | ||
|---|---|---|
| Image editingAccepts reference or source images | Supported | Supported |
| Text alongside imagesCan explain or caption what it made | Not supported | Not supported |
| Thinks before drawingPlans the image with a reasoning step | Not supported | Not supported |
| Reproducible seedsSame seed, same image | Supported | Supported |
| Temperature controlTrade consistency for variety | Not supported | Not supported |
Keep exploring
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Other head-to-heads, the full model page, and the alternatives list for each model.
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Our take
FLUX.2 Pro is 2x cheaper per image. The right pick depends on your workload, so the quickest way to settle it is to send the same prompt to both and compare.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is FLUX.2 Flex or FLUX.2 Pro cheaper?
FLUX.2 Pro is cheaper at about $0.03 per standard image, compared with $0.06 for FLUX.2 Flex. For 1,000 images that is $30 versus $60.
Which makes better images, FLUX.2 Flex or FLUX.2 Pro?
In blind votes on Design Arena, FLUX.2 Flex has an image generation Elo of 1200 and FLUX.2 Pro has 1195, putting FLUX.2 Flex ahead. Taste varies by style, so the best test is running your own prompts through both.
Can FLUX.2 Flex and FLUX.2 Pro edit existing images?
Yes. Both accept reference images, so you can upload a photo and ask for changes like a new background, different lighting, or added text.
Can I use FLUX.2 Flex and FLUX.2 Pro at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to multiple image models at once, so you can see FLUX.2 Flex and FLUX.2 Pro results side by side and keep the one you like.
Why choose? Generate with both.
Send one prompt to FLUX.2 Flex and FLUX.2 Pro at the same time. See both images side by side and keep the one you like.