Design & Media

Midjourney

Midjourney is an AI image and video generation tool that turns text prompts into highly stylized, artistic visuals.

Last updated 2026-05-04
Our Take
Midjourney is the gold standard for AI-generated art when aesthetic quality matters more than precision or photorealism. If you're a designer, marketer, or creative who needs beautiful, stylized imagery, it's worth the subscription — but know there's no free tier and the interface is less business-friendly than competitors.
Best For
Designers, marketers, concept artists, and creative professionals who need high-quality, aesthetically distinctive AI-generated imagery. Also popular with hobbyists and indie creators exploring visual ideas.
Platforms
Web
Pros
Best-in-class artistic image quality
Strong stylistic consistency
Active creative community
Now supports video generation
Stealth mode on higher tiers
Cons
No free tier available
Limited public API access
Originally Discord-centric workflow

How It Works

1
Sign up and join the Midjourney platform (via web or Discord)
2
Write a text prompt describing the image you want to create
3
Generate variations and iterate using parameters, style references, and remix tools
4
Upscale, refine, and download final images for use in projects

Plans

Basic
$10/mo
~200 image generations/month
Standard
$30/mo
15 hours fast GPU time
Pro
$60/mo
30 hours fast GPU time
Mega
$120/mo
60 hours fast GPU time

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Midjourney free?
No, Midjourney does not offer a free tier. You need at least the Basic plan at $10/month to generate images.
How much does Midjourney cost?
Plans start at $10/month for Basic, $30/month for Standard, $60/month for Pro, and $120/month for Mega, with each tier offering more GPU time and features.
Can I use Midjourney images commercially?
Yes, paid subscribers generally have rights to use generated images commercially, with some restrictions for larger companies. Check Midjourney's Terms of Service for the latest details.
Does Midjourney have an API?
Midjourney has historically not offered a public API, with most usage going through Discord or its web app. We couldn't verify any official API offering on the homepage.
Does Midjourney generate video?
Yes, Midjourney has expanded into video generation alongside its image models, though specific feature details aren't fully outlined on the homepage.
How is Midjourney different from DALL-E or Stable Diffusion?
Midjourney is widely considered to produce the most aesthetically refined and artistic outputs, while DALL-E excels at prompt accuracy and Stable Diffusion offers open-source flexibility. Midjourney prioritizes beauty and style over realism or customization.
Do I still need Discord to use Midjourney?
No, Midjourney now has a web app at midjourney.com where you can generate images directly without using Discord, though Discord remains available.
What's stealth mode in Midjourney?
Stealth mode keeps your generated images private and out of the public gallery. It's available on the Pro and Mega plans.

Integrations

4 native integrations across 2 categories
Including Platforms, Support
Platforms
DiscordWeb app
Support
Help pageEmail billing support

Alternatives to Midjourney

How Midjourney fits in: Midjourney is widely regarded as producing the most aesthetically polished and artistic AI images compared to alternatives like DALL-E and Stable Diffusion, with a strong focus on style and beauty over photorealism or utility.
Runway
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Descript
Descript is an all-in-one video and podcast editor that lets you edit audio and video by editing the auto-generated transcript, like a Google Doc.
Pictory
Pictory is an AI video generator that turns text, scripts, blogs, PowerPoints, URLs, and images into polished videos with auto-captions, AI voiceovers, and avatars in minutes.

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