Expand creative possibilities with external models

Recraft gives you built-in access to leading external models directly from the canvas. Switch between Recraft’s own models and third-party options to refine images, edit with text prompts, and explore new creative styles.

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Key features

Seamless integration

Use external models directly within Recraft’s canvas. No extra accounts, logins, or tools needed

Prompt-based editing

Some models are designed for editing images with text prompts, letting you refine details or add elements naturally

Creative flexibility

Access a wider range of styles, outputs, and workflows by combining Recraft’s own models with external ones

All external models in Recraft

Flux 1 Dev

Generate fast, prompt-faithful images for drafts and exploration.

Flux 1.1 Pro

Produce high-quality visuals quickly for professional workflows.

Flux 1 Kontext Max

Create cinematic edits with higher resolution and richer detail.

Flux 1 Kontext Pro

Edit images with precise, context-aware changes guided by prompts.

GPT-4o Low

Produce lightweight drafts and fast edits with multiple references.

GPT-4o Medium

Balance speed and quality for reliable image generation and edits.

GPT-4o High

Generate photorealistic, production-ready images with crisp text.

HiDream I1 Dev

Generate bold, stylized images with open-weights flexibility.

Ideogram V3 Default

Balance realism and text accuracy for versatile image generation.

Ideogram V3 Quality

Deliver premium, detail-rich visuals with precise typography.

Ideogram V3 Turbo

Generate quick drafts with strong typography at low credit cost.

Imagen 3

Render naturalistic, realistic images with strong prompt alignment.

Imagen 4

Produce sharper, faster photorealistic images for polished outputs.

Imagen 4 Ultra

Create ultra-realistic, production-ready visuals with top fidelity.

Nano Banana

Edit and generate with multi-image fusion and character consistency.

Qwen-Image

Create images with accurate, multilingual text and semantic edits.

Seedream V4

Generate 4K visuals with unified editing and reference fusion.

Experiment and refine without leaving Recraft

By connecting external models into the same workflow, Recraft makes it easier to experiment and refine. You can test different approaches, edit images with precise text instructions, and maintain consistency across iterations, all without leaving the infinite canvas.

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FAQ

Why does Recraft include external models?

To give creators access to more styles, workflows, and capabilities directly in one place.

Can I use external models for image editing?

Yes. Certain external models are designed specifically for editing images with text prompts, so you can add details or modify compositions efficiently.

Does using external models affect character consistency?

Recraft’s best practices for maintaining consistency apply across both Recraft and external models, helping you keep the same look across multiple outputs.

Do I need a separate account for external models?

No. All supported external models are accessible directly from the Recraft canvas.