Model comparison
Compare Grok Imagine Image 2.0 and Midjourney V8.2 using the same provider-sourced image generation rubric. No mystery score and no invented benchmark ranking.
Facts checked September 4, 2026
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Example output: square 1,024 × 1,024 images. Prices depend on supported resolution and quality; edits and retries can cost extra.
Estimates exclude taxes, tools, cache storage/writes, free allowances and custom discounts. Image estimates cover output only, not prompt or reference-image charges. Quality modes differ by model. Unlisted settings are not treated as free.
| Model | Access | Estimated total (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Grok Imagine Image 2.0SpaceXAI | SpaceXAI | $0.60 |
| Midjourney V8.2Midjourney | Midjourney | No reviewed rate |
Quick take
SpaceXAI's current image model for creating and editing practical visuals, with an emphasis on following detailed instructions, typography, and consistent references.
The $0.04 headline is the lowest output setting. Higher resolution, Medium quality, and source images increase the cost of each request.
Midjourney's current default image model for highly polished, style-led creative work, with stronger personalization and a new reference-based Edit Model.
There is no general public API. Creations are open by default, Stealth requires a Pro or Mega plan, and Midjourney says user prompts and images can be used for training.
Compare the published facts
Values use each provider's own published units and limits. A blank means the provider did not publish a directly comparable value in the sources reviewed.
| Image generation | Grok Imagine Image 2.0 | Midjourney V8.2 |
|---|---|---|
| Typical price basisA representative current provider price with its quality or resolution basis. | $0.04–$0.08 / output image | From $10/month; Stealth from $60/month |
| Maximum outputMaximum documented resolution or pixel area for the listed route. | 1K or 2K | 2048×2048 at 1:1 in HD |
| Core tasksWhether the model supports generation, editing, or both. | Generation and editing | Generation, variations, and Edit Model |
| Reference imagesHow the model can use images to guide or edit an output. | Up to 5 source images | Up to 4 through the V8 Edit Model |
| Text & layoutProvider-documented positioning for typography and structured composition. | Typography and structured-layout focus | Improved text and prompt adherence in the V8 family |
| API accessDirect and notable third-party routes included in this guide. | SpaceXAI Imagine API | Website and Discord; no general public API |
How to choose
Start with the job you need to complete, then validate cost, access, and policy details on your exact provider route.
SpaceXAI says API inputs and outputs are not used for training without explicit permission. Default encrypted retention is 30 days; team-level zero data retention is available with feature tradeoffs.
Provider and API links
Midjourney is open by default unless eligible users enable Stealth mode. Its public training summary says prompts, images, and preference data from user interactions are used in model training, so do not assume API-style no-training terms.
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Frequently asked questions
Grok Imagine Image 2.0: SpaceXAI's current image model for creating and editing practical visuals, with an emphasis on following detailed instructions, typography, and consistent references. Midjourney V8.2: Midjourney's current default image model for highly polished, style-led creative work, with stronger personalization and a new reference-based Edit Model.
Consider Grok Imagine Image 2.0 when your priority is Marketing visuals with text and layout. Consider Midjourney V8.2 when your priority is Art direction and visual exploration. Test both with your own data and provider route before committing.
No. This comparison aligns provider-published facts for the Image generation category. It does not claim a universal winner or combine incompatible third-party benchmark scores.
