Recraft
Image generation model
Recraft V4.1 Flash
Recraft V4.1 Flash is a text-to-image model from Recraft, the speed and cost tier of the V4.1 family.
At a glance
- Per image
- $0.007
- Output / 1M
- $1.68
- Image Elo
- Not available
- Editing Elo
- Not available
- Max prompt
- 66K
- Released
- Sep 2026
Pricing
Recraft V4.1 Flash 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) | $0.007 |
|---|---|
| Image outputPer 1M image tokens | $1.68 |
| Tokens per imageFor one ~1MP image | 4,175 |
| Prompt textPer 1M input tokens | Included |
Single image
1 image
$0.007
Social media batch
50 images
$0.35
Product catalog
1,000 images
$7
Specs
Inputs, outputs, and creative controls
What it accepts, what it gives back, and which controls you get.
- Accepts
- Text
- Produces
- Image
- Max prompt length
- 66K tokens
- Reasoning step
- No
- Release date
- September 23, 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
Recraft V4.1 Flash vs other models
See how Recraft V4.1 Flash stacks up head to head on price, benchmarks, and features.
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FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How much does Recraft V4.1 Flash cost per image?
A standard ~1 megapixel image from Recraft V4.1 Flash costs about $0.007, so 1,000 images come to roughly $7. Larger sizes cost more.
Can Recraft V4.1 Flash edit existing images?
No. Recraft V4.1 Flash generates images from text prompts only.
What is the best alternative to Recraft V4.1 Flash?
Nano Banana 2 from Google is a strong alternative. It offers: better at image generation, better at graphic design, better at logos.
Can I use Recraft V4.1 Flash alongside other image models?
Yes. Shortcut Chat sends one prompt to Recraft V4.1 Flash and any other image models you pick at the same time, so you can compare results side by side.
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