In this article, we share the top 5 AI image generation tools (with example results). Let's go!
Bonus: we asked each model to generate the same scene: a Black Widow-like character in an action pose — which one do you like best?
1. Overchat
Overchat is an AI image-generation platform that brings all major AI models in one interface.
Overchat makes it extremely easy to create AI art by offering specialized modes, like manga, realistic portraits, pixel art, cyberpunk visuals, and more — pick the one that fits your creative vision.
Creating images with AI can be tricky, because the final result depends on your prompt. Overchat solves this challenge for you, because you can pick a tool that’s already tuned for a specific result.
Overchat also features “unfavoured” popular AI models. It supports:
- DALL-E 3
- Recraft V3
- Flux
You can experiment with different models and see which one you like the most. You can generate beautiful AI art even if you don’t have experience writing prompts.
Key features of Overchat include:
- Free version available
- All popular AI image-generation models in one place
- Generate images in specific art styles
- Not just art, but also logos, banners and pitch decks.
- Easy-to-use interface
- No need to optimize prompts to achieve a particular style
2. DALL-E 3
DALL-E 3 is an artificial intelligence image generator by OpenAI. In just a few minutes, you can create highly realistic images using AI.
DALL-E 3's easy-to-use interface allows anyone to create high-quality images with artificial intelligence. This means that not only professional artists will find value in DALL-E 3, but amateur artists can also use this tool.
In our test, DALL-E 3 produced the most dynamic image. The figure's face and hair look great, it captured the movement really well and it gave us two options to choose from, both of which are awesome. The only critique is that the image is not really hyper-realistic — it’s pretty stylized.
Here are some of the main features of DALL-E 3:
- Highly realistic images
- Perfect for illustrations
- Simplistic interface
- Generates multiple variants of one image
3. Recraft V3
Recraft V3 is an AI text-to-image generator by Recraft.AI. You can easily generate photorealistic visuals. This tool is best for artworks, such as portraits and landscapes.
With Recraft, anyone can quickly generate professional-looking visuals. In our example, the tool delivered the most realistic textures and believable lighting, but the angle and pose are a little weird — it didn’t get our intent. You may need to tinker with the prompt more, compared to DALL-E.
Here are some of the main features of Recraft V3:
- Easy way to create photorealistic images
- Doesn’t have that trademark AI smooth texture
- Suitable for concept art, storyboards
4. Flux
Flux is an AI image generator developed by Flux.AI — this model doesn’t have a native interface, but you can use it through a platform like Overchat.
Overchat offers an intuitive and very minimalistic interface. It’s a great combination with Flux, which like DALL-E 3 “just gets” what you want. With Flux, it’s very easy to create professional looking art. In our test, it produced the second most accurate result relative to the prompt, only missing some aspects of the lightning.
A signature feature of Flux is its real-time visual control, enabling users to effortlessly manipulate images using intuitive sliders, live-editing brushes, and instant layer adjustments. This immediate feedback loop allows you to refine your creative vision seamlessly and explore countless possibilities without delay.
Here are some of Flux’s standout features:
- Real-time, interactive image generation
- Dynamic sliders and live-editing controls
- Rapid visual prototyping
- Instant feedback on creative adjustments
- Highly responsive, intuitive design interface
5. Stable Diffusion
Stable Diffusion is an open-source artificial intelligence image generator developed by Stability AI.
It’s excellent at generating highly detailed, realistic images. Stable Diffusion has base models, like Stable Diffusion 3.5 Large (available in Overchat), and pre-trained models optimized for specific styles: anime, or, for example, cartoons.
Here are some of Stable Diffusion’s defining features:
- Powerful and flexible AI-generated visuals
- Extensive control through prompt engineering
- Granular customization with numerous parameters
- Open-source platform supporting community extensions
- Steep learning curve requiring practice and experimentation
Try Generating AI Images Right Now!
Ready to start generating AI art? Get started in Overchat — use the most advanced AI image generators in one intuitive platform and create all kinds of images, from manga and realistic portraits to ink drawings — your imagination is the only limit.