Leonardo AI, a leading generative image service, has launched its latest model, Leonardo Phoenix, in a bid to compete with top AI image generators like Ideogram. The new release boasts enhanced prompt adherence, improved text generation within images, and superior image quality.
Key features of Leonardo Phoenix include:
- Enhanced prompt adherence and creative control
- New “Prompt Enhance” and “Edit with AI” functionalities
- Improved text generation capabilities
- Higher image resolutions compared to competitors
While some features like image guidance and photoreal are not yet supported, Leonardo AI offers a comprehensive suite of tools including background removal, image upscaling, and model training capabilities.
In a head-to-head comparison with Ideogram, Leonardo Phoenix demonstrated strengths in style interpretation and accuracy, while Ideogram excelled in photorealism. The comparison highlighted Leonardo’s advanced editing features and flexibility, offering users more control over their generated images.
Pricing for Leonardo AI’s Artisan Unlimited tier starts at $30 per month, slightly higher than Ideogram’s $20 per month for unlimited slow generations. However, Leonardo’s extensive feature set may justify the higher price for power users.
While Ideogram remains a strong contender, particularly for casual users seeking high-quality images with minimal effort, Leonardo Phoenix’s launch positions it as a formidable competitor in the AI image generation market, potentially dethroning Ideogram as the best web-based AI image generator.
As AI image generation technology continues to evolve rapidly, users can expect ongoing improvements and fierce competition among providers in this space.