Comparison
| Tool | Price from | Free plan | Category |
|---|---|---|---|
 waifu2x | not listed | yes | Image generators |
 Nano Banana 2 | 23,99 PLN/mo | yes | Image generators |
 Magnific (formerly Freepik) | 50,50 PLN/mo | no | Image generators |
 Seedream 4.0 | not listed | ? | Image generators |
 Recraft | 10 USD/mo | yes | Image generators |
 Picsart | 15 USD/mo | ? | Image generators |
 Igly | not listed | yes | Image generators |
 Affogato | 24 USD/mo | trial | Image generators |
 Pixlr | 2.49 EUR/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. 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.
3. 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.
4. 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.
5. Picsart
All-in-one AI creative platform for making videos, images and audio with 180+ models, templates and an asset library.
The vendor does not state this clearly on the homepage or pricing page.
6. Igly
AI creative studio generating images and video, editing on an infinite canvas, and building UGC ads and marketplace listings from one credit balance.
Yes, there is a free plan. New accounts get 20 credits every day, enough to try the Canvas and the agent.
7. Affogato
AI studio for generating, editing, and upscaling images and video with a consistent character across frames, for creators, brands and teams.
There is a free trial. The page says you can start creating for free, but it does not specify the free allowance.
8. Pixlr
Free browser-based AI photo editor and image/video generator for creators who want editing, generation and face swap in one place.
Yes, there is a free plan. Free access to the online editor and basic AI tools; the exact free AI allowance is not specified in the provided text.
FAQ
What is the best alternative to waifu2x?
The most popular option in the same category is Nano Banana 2. See the comparison table above.