Image generation model
Nano Banana 2.1
Nano Banana 2.1 (Gemini Nano Banana 2.1) is Google's image generation and editing model on the Flash tier, succeeding Nano Banana 2 and Nano Banana Pro.
At a glance
- Per image
- Not available
- Output / 1M
- $30
- Image Elo
- Not available
- Editing Elo
- Not available
- Max prompt
- 66K
- Released
- Oct 2026
Pricing
Nano Banana 2.1 price per image
What one image costs, the underlying API rates, and what bigger batches add up to.
| Cost per imageEstimated, ~1 megapixel (1024×1024) | Not available |
|---|---|
| Image outputPer 1M image tokens | $30 |
| Tokens per imageFor one ~1MP image | Not available |
| Prompt textPer 1M input tokens | $1.50 |
Single image
1 image
Not available
Social media batch
50 images
Not available
Product catalog
1,000 images
Not available
Specs
Inputs, outputs, and creative controls
What it accepts, what it gives back, and which controls you get.
- Accepts
- Image, Text
- Produces
- Image, Text
- Max prompt length
- 66K tokens
- Reasoning step
- Optional
- Release date
- October 6, 2026
- Image editingAccepts reference or source images
- Text alongside imagesCan explain or caption what it made
- Thinks before drawingPlans the image with a reasoning step
- Reproducible seedsSame seed, same image
- Temperature controlTrade consistency for variety
Compare
Nano Banana 2.1 vs other models
See how Nano Banana 2.1 stacks up head to head on price, benchmarks, and features.
VS
Nano Banana 2.1 vs GPT Image 2.5 Sunburst
Google vs OpenAI
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Google vs Google
See comparisonVSNano Banana 2.1 vs GPT-5.4 Image 2
Google vs OpenAI
See comparisonVSNano Banana 2.1 vs GPT Image 2
Google vs OpenAI
See comparisonVSNano Banana 2.1 vs GPT Image 2.5 Flare
Google vs OpenAI
See comparisonVSNano Banana 2.1 vs Hy Image 3.5 Preview
Google vs Tencent
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Nano Banana 2.1 alternatives
Similar models worth considering, and where each one has the edge.
Microsoft
MAI-Image-2.6
Microsoft
MAI-Image-2.6 Flash
Microsoft
MAI-Image-2.5
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much does Nano Banana 2.1 cost per image?
Nano Banana 2.1 charges $30 per 1M image output tokens. The token count for one image is not available, so there is no per-image price.
Can Nano Banana 2.1 edit existing images?
Yes. Nano Banana 2.1 accepts reference images, so you can upload a photo and ask for changes like a new background, a different style, or added text.
What is the best alternative to Nano Banana 2.1?
MAI-Image-2.6 from Microsoft is a strong alternative. It offers: better at image generation, better at image editing, better at graphic design.
Can I use Nano Banana 2.1 alongside other image models?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to Nano Banana 2.1 and any other image models you pick at the same time, so you can compare results side by side.
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