ERNIE Image Pricing — Credits, Cost Per Image & No Subscription

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The ERNIE Image model uses a simple pay-as-you-go credit system—no subscriptions. Buy credits once and use them anytime for your production workflow.

Starter

$1.90one-time
100 credits

Cost per credit: 0.019 USD

Images (Standard or Turbo): 20 ($0.095/image)

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  • 100 generation credits
  • 20 images (Standard or Turbo)
  • ERNIE Image & Turbo modes
  • All aspect ratios supported
  • Integrated prompt enhancer
  • Commercial use license
  • Credits never expire

Creator

$9.90one-time
550 credits

Cost per credit: 0.018 USD

Images (Standard or Turbo): 110 ($0.090/image)

  • 550 generation credits
  • 110 images (Standard or Turbo)
  • ERNIE Image & Turbo modes
  • All aspect ratios supported
  • Integrated prompt enhancer
  • Commercial use license
  • Credits never expire
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Pro

$19.90one-time
1,200 credits

Cost per credit: 0.017 USD

Images (Standard or Turbo): 240 ($0.083/image)

Best for freelancers and marketing teams

  • 1,200 generation credits
  • 240 images (Standard or Turbo)
  • ERNIE Image & Turbo modes
  • All aspect ratios & resolutions
  • Integrated prompt enhancer
  • Commercial use license
  • Credits never expire
  • Priority generation speed

Studio

$49.90one-time
3,500 credits

Cost per credit: 0.014 USD

Images (Standard or Turbo): 700 ($0.071/image)

Best for agencies and high-volume production

  • 3,500 generation credits
  • 700 images (Standard or Turbo)
  • ERNIE Image & Turbo modes
  • All aspect ratios & resolutions
  • Integrated prompt enhancer
  • Commercial use license
  • Credits never expire
  • Priority generation speed
Standard: 5 credits per image
Turbo: 5 credits per image

ERNIE Image Credits — Full Breakdown

Every credit pack uses the same generation system: both Standard and Turbo modes cost 5 credits per image. The more credits you buy at once, the lower your cost per credit — and the lower your effective cost per image.

PackPriceCredits$/creditStandard images$/std imageTurbo images$/turbo image
Starter$1.90100$0.01920$0.09520$0.095
Creator$9.90550$0.018110$0.090110$0.090
Pro$19.901,200$0.017240$0.085240$0.085
Studio$49.903,500$0.014700$0.070700$0.070

What Does ERNIE Image Cost Per Image?

ERNIE Image uses a simple credit system—every image costs 5 credits, with no difference between Standard and Turbo.

Your effective cost per image depends on the credit pack you choose:

  • Starter ($1.90): about $0.095 per image
  • Studio ($49.90): as low as $0.070 per image

The more credits you buy, the lower your cost per image—making ERNIE Image especially cost-efficient for regular use.

ERNIE Image Free Tier — Start Free, No Credit Card

Get started with ERNIE Image at no cost. You receive 15 free credits to try the full experience—no credit card required.

  • 15 free credits (one-time, no daily reset)
  • Standard and Turbo generation modes
  • All supported aspect ratios
  • Built-in Prompt Enhancer

Free credits do not include priority speed.

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Which ERNIE Image Credit Pack Should You Choose?

Choose the right ERNIE Image credit pack based on how you plan to use the AI image generator.

Just Getting Started with ERNIE Image

Recommendation: Start with the Free Tier, then move to the Starter Pack ($1.90).Test image quality first, then run a small project with 100 credits.

Freelancers & Content Creators

Recommendation: Pro Pack ($19.90)A solid balance of volume and cost per image for regular creative work and client projects.

Marketing & Content Teams

Recommendation: Studio Pack ($49.90) or multiple Pro packsBest cost per image for high-volume production and team workflows.

ERNIE Image Pricing vs Midjourney & ChatGPT Image — Which Is Better Value?

ERNIE Image uses a simple pricing model: every image costs 5 credits.

No subscriptions. No expiration.

ERNIE Image structural pricing comparison table
ToolEntry CostFree TierPricing ModelNo SubscriptionCommercial UseOpen Source
ERNIE ImageOne-time credits✅ YesPay-as-you-go✅ YesIncluded (Paid Packs)✅ Apache 2.0
MidjourneyMonthly❌ NoSubscription❌ NoPaid plans❌ Closed
ChatGPT Image 2Usage-based✅ LimitedAPI pricing✅ YesPaid usage❌ Closed
Adobe FireflyMonthly✅ LimitedSubscription❌ NoPaid plans❌ Closed
DALL·E 3API-based✅ LimitedUsage-based✅ YesPaid usage❌ Closed

Pay only for what you use—no monthly commitment.

  • ERNIE Image offers a flexible pricing model with a free tier, no subscription requirement, and open-source weights for full control.
  • With a simple 5-credit cost per image, pricing stays predictable and transparent as you scale.
  • Credits never expire or reset—so you only pay for what you actually use.

ERNIE Image Commercial Use — What’s Allowed

Commercial rights for ERNIE Image operate at two levels: model license and platform usage.

1. Model License (Apache 2.0)

The underlying model is released under the Apache 2.0 license, which allows:

  • Commercial use
  • Self-hosting and deployment
  • Fine-tuning and modification
  • Redistribution

2. Hosted Platform Usage

When using ERNIE Image on the hosted platform:

  • All paid credit packs include commercial usage rights
  • Additional benefits include priority speed for production workflows

Allowed Use Cases

  • Client deliverables
  • Advertising and marketing assets
  • Product packaging and merchandise
  • Publications and media
  • SaaS and product integrations

Not Allowed

  • Illegal or harmful content
  • Copyright or rights-infringing outputs
  • Any use that violates applicable laws or platform terms

Refund Policy: See: Refund Policy →

ERNIE Image Pricing — Frequently Asked Questions

How much does ERNIE Image cost per image?

ERNIE Image pricing is simple: every image costs 5 credits, with no difference between Standard and Turbo modes. With larger credit packs, the cost per image decreases—for example, the Studio Pack brings the price down to as low as $0.070 per image.

Is ERNIE Image free to use?

Yes. ERNIE Image pricing includes a free tier with 15 one-time credits—no credit card required. To see what you can create with these credits, check out our <Link href="/showcase" className="text-primary hover:underline font-medium">ERNIE Image showcase</Link>. For higher usage, paid credit packs start at $1.90, and all credits never expire.

Does ERNIE Image have a monthly subscription?

No. ERNIE Image pricing uses a one-time, pay-as-you-go credit system. There are no subscriptions, no auto-renewals, and no monthly limits.

Which ERNIE Image plan includes commercial use rights?

All paid credit packs (Starter, Creator, Pro, Studio) include commercial usage rights on the hosted platform. In addition, the model is released under Apache 2.0, which allows commercial use when self-hosted.

What is the difference between Turbo and Standard mode in ERNIE Image pricing?

The difference is performance, not cost: Standard (Higher quality, best for final outputs) and Turbo (Faster generation, ideal for iteration). Both modes cost 5 credits per image under ERNIE Image pricing. You can learn how to optimize your prompts for both modes in our <Link href="/prompt-guide" className="text-primary hover:underline font-medium">prompt guide</Link>.

How does ERNIE Image pricing compare to Midjourney?

ERNIE Image pricing is based on one-time credits with no subscription, while Midjourney uses a monthly subscription model. ERNIE Image also offers a free tier, pay-as-you-go flexibility, and open-source deployment options—giving users more control over cost and usage. For a deep dive into how they compare technically, read our <Link href="/reviews" className="text-primary hover:underline font-medium">full ERNIE Image review</Link>.

Do ERNIE Image credits expire?

No. Under ERNIE Image pricing, credits never expire and never reset. You can use them anytime—whether you generate occasionally or at scale.

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