Comparison
| Tool | Price from | Free plan | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
 Aragon AI | 35 USD | no | Image generators |
 Nano Banana 2 | 23,99 PLN/mo | yes | Image generators |
 Seedream 4.0 | not listed | ? | Image generators |
 Recraft | 10 USD/mo | yes | Image generators |
 Bing Image Creator | not listed | yes | Image generators |
 Ideogram | 20 USD/mo | ? | Image generators |
 Magnific (formerly Freepik) | 50,50 PLN/mo | no | Image generators |
 BeFunky | not listed | yes | Image generators |
 Upscayl | 24.99 USD/mo | yes | Image generators |
Each alternative in short
1. Nano Banana 2
Google's Gemini image generator and photo editor for creating images from text prompts and editing existing photos.
Yes, there is a free plan. Nano Banana 2 (image generation and editing model) is available for free, with 2K resolution and character consistency listed. Students can get a free one-year Plus plan for broader access, a promotion that will end.
2. Seedream 4.0
AI image generation and editing model from ByteDance Seed, producing up to 4K images from text prompts and reference images.
The vendor does not state this clearly on the homepage or pricing page.
3. Recraft
AI image and vector generator for designers, creatives, sellers and teams, with a text-to-image model, custom styles, mockups and an API.
Yes, there is a free plan. Free plan available; images generated on it are owned by Recraft, publicly visible in the community gallery and not licensed for commercial use. Specific credit allowance not stated in the provided text.
4. Bing Image Creator
Free AI image generator from Microsoft Bing that turns text prompts into images, for anyone wanting quick free AI art.
Yes, there is a free plan. Guests get 10 free creations in Fast mode and unlimited creations in Standard mode, with more free upgrades available through Microsoft Rewards after signing in. Daily limits apply to guests.
5. Ideogram
Generative media platform for images and video, with purpose-built apps, a unified API and the open Ideogram 4.0 model, for creatives and developers.
The vendor does not state this clearly on the homepage or pricing page.
6. Magnific (formerly Freepik)
The former Freepik: an image, video, and audio generator with multiple AI models plus over 250 million stock assets.
No - according to the vendor, it is paid only.
7. BeFunky
Online photo editor, collage maker and graphic designer with AI editing tools for everyday users, creators and small businesses.
Yes, there is a free plan. Free plan gives access to basic photo editing tools and some limited features (basic touch-up, limited filters and collage layouts); no batch AI editing.
8. Upscayl
AI image upscaler that enlarges and sharpens low-resolution photos, free and open source for Linux, macOS and Windows, plus a cloud version.
Yes, there is a free plan. Desktop app is free and open source. Cloud free trial includes 10 credits after logging in and filling out a trial application.
FAQ
What is the best alternative to Aragon AI?
The most popular option in the same category is Nano Banana 2. See the comparison table above.