IN SHORT
One of the best AI image generators, a reference for aesthetics and realism. No free plan.
- Leading image quality and aesthetics
- Excellent at artistic styles and photorealism
- Huge, active community
- Improves constantly
THE BRAND
- Company
- Midjourney
- Headquarters
- San Francisco (USA)
- Founded
- 2021
- Average rating
- G2 4.4/5 · Product Hunt (very high) · Trustpilot 1.5/5
- Business model
- Self-funded, no VC
- Best for
- Artists, designers and creatives
ANALYSIS
Our experience with Midjourney
What it offers
Top-tier image quality from text, with excellent handling of artistic styles and photorealism. Used from its web app and Discord.
Pricing
No free plan; the Basic plan costs about $10/mo ($8/mo billed annually), with higher plans for more generations.
Ratings & reputation
Image quality is among the best available and its Product Hunt reputation is excellent (G2 4.4/5). Note: Trustpilot ~1.5/5 over billing/support complaints, not quality.
Who is it for?
Ideal for artists, designers and creatives who want the best image quality and don't mind crafting prompts.
PROS & CONS
The good and the bad
- Leading image quality and aesthetics
- Excellent at artistic styles and photorealism
- Huge, active community
- Improves constantly
- No free plan
- Learning curve for prompts
- No affiliate program
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Midjourney
Is Midjourney free?
No. Midjourney no longer offers a free trial; you have to subscribe. The Basic plan costs around $10/mo (or $8/mo billed annually). Check the current price on the official site.
What is Midjourney used for?
It generates high-quality images from text descriptions. It is one of the favourite tools of artists and designers for its aesthetics and realism.
How do you use Midjourney?
You use it from its web app and also via Discord: you write a 'prompt' describing the image and Midjourney generates several variants you can refine.
Does Midjourney have an affiliate program?
No. Midjourney does not offer an official affiliate program. Pages promising one are usually third parties unrelated to Midjourney.
VERDICT
Is Midjourney right for you?
One of the best AI image generators, a reference for aesthetics and realism. No free plan.
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