AI image model comparison
Nano Banana 2 vs Nano Banana Pro
Image quality, cost per image, and editing features compared side by side. Or skip the guesswork and generate with both.
Gemini 3.1 Flash Image, a.k.a. "Nano Banana 2," is Google’s latest state of the art image generation and editing model, delivering Pro-level visual quality at Flash speed.
- Per image
- $0.067
- Output / 1M
- $60
- Image Elo
- 1277
Nano Banana Pro is Google’s most advanced image-generation and editing model, built on Gemini 3 Pro.
- Per image
- $0.13
- Output / 1M
- $120
- Image Elo
- 1244
At a glance
Quick verdict
Which model wins on the things that matter most when you're making images.
Cheaper per image
Nano Banana 2
$0.067 vs $0.13, 2x cheaper
Better image quality
Nano Banana 2
1277 vs 1244 Elo in blind votes
Better at editing
Not available
Only one editing score is available
Newer release
Nano Banana 2
Released June 18, 2026
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
Nano Banana 2#4 · 65.1% wins1277Nano Banana Pro#5 · 62.1% wins1244Image editing
Nano Banana 2Not availableNano Banana Pro#4 · 66% wins1252Graphic design
Nano Banana 2#4 · 66.3% wins1262Nano Banana Pro#5 · 65.8% wins1250Logos
Nano Banana 2#4 · 62.9% wins1262Nano Banana Pro#6 · 61% wins1240Pricing
Nano Banana 2 vs Nano Banana Pro price per image
What each image actually costs, plus the underlying API rates. Cheaper option highlighted.
| Metric | Nano Banana 2 | Nano Banana Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Cost per imageEstimated, ~1 megapixel (1024×1024) | $0.067 | $0.13 |
| Image outputPer 1M image tokens | $60 | $120 |
| Tokens per imageHow many image tokens one ~1MP image uses | 1,120 | 1,120 |
| Prompt textPer 1M input tokens | $0.50 | $2 |
| Reference imagesPer 1M input image tokens | $0.50 | $2 |
What it costs in practice
Estimated totals at standard resolution.
Single image
1 image
Nano Banana 2$0.067Nano Banana Pro$0.13Social media batch
50 images
Nano Banana 2$3.36Nano Banana Pro$6.72Product catalog
1,000 images
Nano Banana 2$67.20Nano Banana Pro$134.40Specs
Inputs, outputs, and limits
What each model accepts, what it gives back, and how long your prompt can be.
| Metric | Nano Banana 2 | Nano Banana Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Accepts | Image, Text | Image, Text |
| Produces | Image, Text | Image, Text |
| Max prompt lengthText plus reference images | 131K tokens | 131K tokens |
| Reasoning step | Optional | Always on |
| Release date | June 18, 2026 | June 18, 2026 |
Features
Supported features
Creative controls available for each model.
| Metric | Nano Banana 2 | Nano Banana Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Image editingAccepts reference or source images | Supported | Supported |
| Text alongside imagesCan explain or caption what it made | Supported | Supported |
| Thinks before drawingPlans the image with a reasoning step | Supported | Supported |
| Reproducible seedsSame seed, same image | Supported | Supported |
| Temperature controlTrade consistency for variety | Supported | Supported |
Keep exploring
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Our take
Nano Banana 2 (Gemini 3.1 Flash Image) is the everyday Google image model: faster and cheaper per image. Nano Banana Pro is the quality tier, with stronger Design Arena scores for generation, editing, and graphic design. Start with Flash unless the image has to look finished.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Is Nano Banana 2 or Nano Banana Pro cheaper?
Nano Banana 2 is cheaper at about $0.067 per standard image, compared with $0.13 for Nano Banana Pro. For 1,000 images that is $67.20 versus $134.40.
Which makes better images, Nano Banana 2 or Nano Banana Pro?
In blind votes on Design Arena, Nano Banana 2 has an image generation Elo of 1277 and Nano Banana Pro has 1244, putting Nano Banana 2 ahead. Taste varies by style, so the best test is running your own prompts through both.
Can Nano Banana 2 and Nano Banana 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 Nano Banana 2 and Nano Banana Pro at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to multiple image models at once, so you can see Nano Banana 2 and Nano Banana Pro results side by side and keep the one you like.
Why choose? Generate with both.
Send one prompt to Nano Banana 2 and Nano Banana Pro at the same time. See both images side by side and keep the one you like.