Its killer feature is tight ChatGPT integration: describe loosely and ChatGPT refines the prompt, great for non-artists.
OpenAI's image model, used via ChatGPT (Plus/Pro) or API. Strong semantic understanding and decent text-in-image, though aesthetics trail Midjourney.
| Plan | Price | For who |
|---|---|---|
| 随 ChatGPT Plus | $20/月含额度 | Personal |
| API 按张计费 | 约 $0.04/张起 | Pay per image |
Best when you need precise text/layout tied to writing; for pure aesthetics, pick Midjourney.
Below is what we found in real use: onboarding friction, output quality and stability.
Where it delivers the most value — useful when choosing.
| Tool | Key difference |
|---|---|
| Midjourney | Leads on artistic quality and style — best when you want it to look beautiful. |
| Stable Diffusion | Runs locally, fine-tunable, with the most control. |
| Canva Magic Media | Easiest to start with, template-driven output. |
Pick DALL·E 3 for precise text, composition or writing integration; pick Midjourney for artistic quality and stylisation.
OpenAI’s terms allow commercial use, subject to its usage policy — avoid generating prohibited content.
DALL·E 3 is used through ChatGPT (included in Plus/Pro) and can also be called via the API.