AI image model comparison
Muse Image vs Nano Banana 2 Lite
Image quality, cost per image, and editing features compared side by side. Or skip the guesswork and generate with both.
Meta
Muse Image
Muse Image is an agentic image generation model from Meta that generates and edits images from text and reference images.
- Per image
- $0.01
- Output / 1M
- $2.40
- Image Elo
- Not available
Nano Banana 2 Lite (Gemini 3.1 Flash Lite Image) is Google's fastest, most cost-efficient Gemini image model, built for high-velocity developer pipelines and rapid-fire visual exploration.
- Per image
- Not available
- Output / 1M
- $30
- Image Elo
- Not available
At a glance
Quick verdict
Which model wins on the things that matter most when you're making images.
Cheaper per image
Not available
Only one lists a per-image price
Better image quality
Not available
Not enough arena data
Better at editing
Not available
Not enough arena data
Newer release
Muse Image
Released August 26, 2026
Pricing
Muse Image vs Nano Banana 2 Lite price per image
What each image actually costs, plus the underlying API rates. Cheaper option highlighted.
| Metric | Nano Banana 2 Lite | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost per imageEstimated, ~1 megapixel (1024×1024) | $0.01 | Not available |
| Image outputPer 1M image tokens | $2.40 | $30 |
| Tokens per imageHow many image tokens one ~1MP image uses | 4,175 | Not available |
| Prompt textPer 1M input tokens | Included | $0.25 |
What it costs in practice
Estimated totals at standard resolution.
Single image
1 image
Nano Banana 2 LiteNot availableSocial media batch
50 images
Nano Banana 2 LiteNot availableProduct catalog
1,000 images
Nano Banana 2 LiteNot availableSpecs
Inputs, outputs, and limits
What each model accepts, what it gives back, and how long your prompt can be.
| Metric | Nano Banana 2 Lite | |
|---|---|---|
| Accepts | Image, Text | Image, Text |
| Produces | Image | Image, Text |
| Max prompt lengthText plus reference images | 66K tokens | 66K tokens |
| Reasoning step | No | Optional |
| Release date | August 26, 2026 | June 30, 2026 |
Features
Supported features
Creative controls available for each model.
| Metric | Nano Banana 2 Lite | |
|---|---|---|
| Image editingAccepts reference or source images | Supported | Supported |
| Text alongside imagesCan explain or caption what it made | Not supported | Supported |
| Thinks before drawingPlans the image with a reasoning step | Not supported | Supported |
| Reproducible seedsSame seed, same image | Not supported | Supported |
| Temperature controlTrade consistency for variety | Supported | Supported |
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can Muse Image and Nano Banana 2 Lite 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 Muse Image and Nano Banana 2 Lite at the same time?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to multiple image models at once, so you can see Muse Image and Nano Banana 2 Lite results side by side and keep the one you like.
Why choose? Generate with both.
Send one prompt to Muse Image and Nano Banana 2 Lite at the same time. See both images side by side and keep the one you like.