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Midjourney
by Midjourney · updated 2026-06-30
The most art-directed image model, with style references and consistent characters.
4.5 · 9,260 ratingsPaid$10 per month
At a glance
- Best for
- Designers, Brand teams, Illustrators, Game studios
- Platforms
- Web, Discord
- Languages
- English
- Starting price
- $10 per month
Key takeaways
- Unmatched aesthetic quality
- Strong consistency controls
- No free tier
- Starts at $10 per month.
Overview
Midjourney produces the most distinctive aesthetic of the major image models. Style and character references keep a look consistent across a campaign, and the web editor supports inpainting, panning and upscaling.
Features
- Style reference for consistent looks
- Character reference across scenes
- Inpainting and outpainting editor
- Moodboard-trained personal styles
- High-resolution upscaling
Pros and cons
Pros
- Unmatched aesthetic quality
- Strong consistency controls
- Fast iteration loop
Cons
- No free tier
- Text rendering is unreliable
- No official API
Pricing plans
Basic
$10
per month
- ~200 images
- Web editor
- Commercial use
Standard
$30
per month
- 15h fast time
- Unlimited relaxed
- Stealth off
Pro
$60
per month
- 30h fast time
- Stealth mode
- Higher concurrency
Industry use cases
| Industry | Scenario |
|---|---|
| Retail | Generate a full seasonal campaign in one visual style. |
| Gaming | Produce concept art with a recurring character across environments. |
| Publishing | Create editorial illustrations that match a magazine's look. |
Security, privacy and compliance
- GDPR
Integrations: Discord, Zapier. No public API today.
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Midjourney FAQ
Can I use Midjourney images commercially?
Yes on any paid plan, subject to the terms of service; companies above $1M revenue must use the Pro or Mega tier.
Is there a free trial?
No. Free trials were discontinued; the entry plan is $10 per month.