Understanding AI Image Models: From Stable Diffusion to FLUX

Nov 10, 2025

The world of AI image generation is powered by several groundbreaking models. Understanding their differences helps you choose the right tool for your creative needs.

Stable Diffusion

One of the most widely used open-source models. Known for its versatility and community-driven development.

  • Great for artistic and creative images
  • Highly customizable with fine-tuning
  • Active community creating specialized models

FLUX

A newer generation model offering improved quality and coherence.

  • Better text rendering in images
  • More accurate prompt following
  • Higher resolution outputs

DALL-E

OpenAI's image generation model with strong prompt understanding.

  • Excellent at following complex instructions
  • Good at generating text within images
  • Strong safety features

How to Choose the Right Model

Consider these factors:

  1. Output Quality: What level of detail do you need?
  2. Style Preference: Some models excel at photorealism, others at artistic styles
  3. Speed: Generation time varies between models
  4. Cost: Different models have different pricing
  5. Customization: Do you need fine-tuning capabilities?

Why Cluely AI Uses Multiple Models

At Cluely AI, we integrate multiple AI providers including Replicate, Fal, and Gemini. This gives you access to the best models for different use cases, all from a single platform.

The Future of AI Image Models

The field is evolving rapidly with improvements in:

  • Higher resolution and detail
  • Better understanding of spatial relationships
  • More consistent character generation
  • Improved text rendering
  • Real-time generation capabilities

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