Recraft

Recraft isn’t just another AI image generator or editor — it’s here to wow designers.

Overview

When it first emerged in mid 2024, Recraft AI took over the Artificial Analysis leaderboard, a ranking system where user choices decide the best AI image generators. With a 72% win rate and an impressive ELO score of 1163, Recraft leads by 34 points over its nearest rival, FLUX 1.1 Pro by Black Forest Labs.

Recraft AI is a UK-based platform packed with creative features. Beyond image generation, it offers tools for removing backgrounds, picking color palettes, and advanced editing like in-painting and out-painting.

What Sets Recraft Apart?

1. Versatile Styles & Text

Recraft AI supports raw, photo-realistic, and vector art styles. Its standout? Handling text-heavy designs. While others struggle with text in visuals, Recraft nails it, making it perfect for retro designs like 80s VHS covers or sci-fi posters.

2. Precision in Object Placement

When it comes to specifics, like object counts, colors, or positioning, Recraft V3 excels. A prompt like “Three apples, two pears, and six plums in a basket” results in spot-on images—a major edge over competitors.

Why Designers Love Recraft

Recraft isn’t just about generating images. Its features include:

  • AI Image Generator: Transform text into visuals.
  • AI Image Vectorizer: Convert raster images into scalable vectors.
  • AI Vector Generator: Create vector graphics like logos and icons.
  • Mockup Generator: Preview designs in real-life settings.
  • Image Upscaler: Improve resolution.
  • Background Remover: Isolate your subject.
  • AI Eraser: Remove unwanted elements.

You can export images in SVG, PNG, JPEG, or even Lottie formats, giving you full flexibility for your projects.

Recraft also has external models:

Generate images with HiDream I1 Dev, Imagen 3, Flux 1.1 Pro and Flux 1 Dev,
then seamlessly refine your visuals — all in one place.

Tags

Freemium Proprietary License Web-based #Image & Graphics

Educators and Trainers Creative Professionals Content Creators Media and Film Makers Marketing and Branding Specialists Developers and Tech Creators Nonprofit and Advocacy Creators Small Business Owners Entertainment and Performance Artists Professional Content Creators

Plan Name Tier Type Cost per Month Credits per Month Credits per Image
Free free 0.00 50 2.00
* Images are owned by Recraft. No parallel execution. Images per Prompt:2. Generation or modification of a single image usually costs 1-2 credits.
Basic lowest 10.00 1000 2.00
* Full ownership of outputs. Private generation. Max concurrent jobs: 10. Images per Prompt:4. Top up credits cost:400 credits for $4. Generation or modification of a single image usually costs 1-2 credits.
Advanced medium 33.00 4000 2.00
* Perfect for designers needing extra credits for higher usage. Full ownership of outputs. Private generation. Max concurrent jobs: 10. Images per Prompt: 4. Top up credits cost: 400 credits for $4. Generation or modification of a single image usually costs 1-2 credits.
Pro top 60.00 8400 2.00
* For professionals creating content at scale with unlimited top-ups. Full ownership of outputs. Private generation. Maximum concurrent jobs: 10. Images per Prompt: 4. Top up credits cost: 400 credits for $4. Generation or modification of a single image usually costs 1-2 credits.

Where multiple modes are available, the calculations are done for the most advanced (and costly) ones.

Pricing can change, make sure to check relevant links for any updates to the subscription plans.

Compare With an Alternative

Comparing with: None

Prompt: A sleek product image of a futuristic beverage can on a solid white background, featuring the brand name "AI creators tools" in bold, modern typography. The can design incorporates elements of technology and creativity, including abstract digital patterns, glowing circuit motifs, and icons representing filmmaking, generative AI, and YouTube creation. Vibrant hues of electric blue, silver, and neon accents create a tech-inspired aesthetic. The overall design feels innovative and dynamic, emphasizing the fusion of AI and creative tools.

Generated on December 30, 2024:

Image output
Recraft V3 Raw model used, custom color palette set.

Prompt: instagram photo of a 22 y.o woman wearing smart casual clothes - a t-shirt, jacket and knee-long shorts, fancy belt, holding a little white dog in her hands, seen against a blurred out old dark cobblestones town

Generated on December 31, 2024:

Image output
Example of background removal feature. Prompt + custom color palette used to generate initial image using 'Photorealism' model.

Prompt: Medium shot, fish-eye lens. Shallow depth of field creates a focus on the robots taking selfies while at the top of the mountain. All robots huddled together while taking a group selfie picture. Goldy is a red 1950s retro robot monster, slightly rusty. Dolbus is a sleek futuristic humanoid robot with rounded features, black and steel look and taller than the rest. Bingus is a copper steampunk robot with big eyes and a stylish hat posing with crossed arms, chin up, projecting attitude. All robots appear happy, smiling directly at the camera. The mood is jolly and humorous.

Generated on January 12, 2025:

Image output
Recraft V3 Raw model used.

Prompt: Commercial product image against white background, displaying a green baseball cap with purple seams.

Generated on January 12, 2025:

Image output
Mockup design example featuring our logo on a baseball cap.

Prompt: 3D product image of a t-shirt on ghost mannequin (color and shape details) agains a solid white background.

Generated on January 19, 2025:

Image output
Recraft's mockup generation mode, then overlaying logo image on top.

Prompt: Underwater view of a cute baby otter diving in clear blue (pacyfic cyan #04A9D6) water. Camera shows its face close as it is looking at the viewer. In the ultimate left part of the frame there's ((half of)) the large smooth red plastic ball visible.

Generated on January 26, 2025:

Image output
Increadible realism for underwater photography and wildlife.

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Latest Recraft News

April 16, 2025

Imagen 3 is now available in Recraft. One more amazing model to explore, experiment, and create with. You’ll find Imagen 3 in the Style Library, under “All models” → External.

March 22, 2025

Kawaii Emoji Generator - design custom kawaii emojis and express yourself with cute, playful icons for chats, branding, and digital content.

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This page was last updated on April 16, 2025 at 11:06 AM