Qwen
Image generation model
Qwen Image 2.1 Turbo
Qwen Image 2.1 Turbo is the fast, lower-cost tier of the Qwen Image 2.1 series from Qwen, for image generation and editing where throughput and price matter more than peak
At a glance
- Per image
- Not available
- Output / 1M
- $4.41
- Image Elo
- Not available
- Editing Elo
- Not available
- Max prompt
- 66K
- Released
- Oct 2026
Pricing
Qwen Image 2.1 Turbo 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 | $4.41 |
| Tokens per imageFor one ~1MP image | Not available |
| Prompt textPer 1M input tokens | Included |
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
- Max prompt length
- 66K tokens
- Reasoning step
- No
- Release date
- October 16, 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
Qwen Image 2.1 Turbo vs other models
See how Qwen Image 2.1 Turbo stacks up head to head on price, benchmarks, and features.
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Qwen Image 2.1 Turbo alternatives
Similar models worth considering, and where each one has the edge.
Microsoft
MAI-Image-2.6
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MAI-Image-2.6 Flash
OpenAI
GPT-5 Image Mini
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much does Qwen Image 2.1 Turbo cost per image?
Qwen Image 2.1 Turbo charges $4.41 per 1M image output tokens. The token count for one image is not available, so there is no per-image price.
Can Qwen Image 2.1 Turbo edit existing images?
Yes. Qwen Image 2.1 Turbo 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 Qwen Image 2.1 Turbo?
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 Qwen Image 2.1 Turbo alongside other image models?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to Qwen Image 2.1 Turbo and any other image models you pick at the same time, so you can compare results side by side.
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