Need the right image model? This comparison scores DALL·E, Midjourney, and Gemini Image on quality, control, pricing, and best use cases.
Model Snapshot
- Midjourney v6: stylized diffusion via Discord, rich style controls.
- DALL·E 3: photoreal accuracy, typography, integrated into ChatGPT/Azure.
- Gemini Image: grounded realism, Workspace integration, strong safety.
Image Quality & Control
- Midjourney = painterly drama but needs prompt discipline for faces.
- DALL·E = clean packaging/text, step-by-step instruction following.
- Gemini = accurate humans and compliant scenes; iterative edits.
Pricing & Licensing
- Midjourney subscriptions ($10–$120).
- DALL·E credits via ChatGPT Plus or Azure.
- Gemini via Google One or Vertex billing.
Best Use Cases
- Portraits/Lifestyle: DALL·E or Gemini for realism; Midjourney for editorial flair.
- Landscapes: Midjourney for stylized art, DALL·E for clean geometry, Gemini for grounded travel scenes.
- Product imagery: DALL·E for packaging, Gemini for compliance, Midjourney for concept renders.
- Education: Gemini + Slides/Classroom; DALL·E for diagrams; Midjourney for inspiration.
Integration Tips
- Feed identical prompts from Portrait, Landscape, or Product collections through each model and log results.
- Store style translations in the AI Image Styles Library.