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Midjourney: Midjourney is an image and short-video generator for visual concepts, illustrations, and photo composites. V8.2 is the current default version; prompts and variations run through the web interface or Discord bot. Entry: No free plan published; first paid plan: Basic. Ideogram: Ideogram is a generative media platform. Studio and purpose-built apps create and edit images with Ideogram 4.0 and 4.5; the homepage also lists one API for image and video models, plus MCP for agents. Entry: Free plan; first paid plan: Plus. The deciding factors are the actual workflow and the published plan and usage terms.
| Criterion | Midjourney | Ideogram |
|---|---|---|
| Free access | No free plan published | Free plan |
| Paid from | Basic · 10 $ per month, or 96 $ per year (equivalent to 8 $ per month)Month/year | Plus · $20 / $15 / $180Month/year |
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Midjourney is an image and short-video generator for visual concepts, illustrations, and photo composites. V8.2 is the current default version; prompts and variations run through the web interface or Discord bot.
The Edit Model changes existing images through text instructions, combines up to four reference images, and supports inpainting and outpainting. Aspect-ratio, style, and variation parameters suit workflows that explore many visual directions systematically.
Ideogram is a generative media platform. Studio and purpose-built apps create and edit images with Ideogram 4.0 and 4.5; the homepage also lists one API for image and video models, plus MCP for agents.
The docs describe Ideogram 4.0 as the model for prompt fidelity, readable type, editing, and native transparency, including open weights. Ideogram calls 4.5 its edit model that keeps detail across multi-step edits. Plan tiers and credits are in the pricing overview.
Midjourney: No free plan published. Ideogram: Free plan.
Midjourney: Midjourney, Inc., USA. Ideogram: Ideogram, Inc., Canada.
Midjourney is listed under the “Design & Image” category, Ideogram under “Design & Image.”
Midjourney documents 4 plans, Ideogram documents 5 plans, each with price, billing period, and included features.
For Midjourney and Ideogram, prices, limits, and product details are each based on the current official vendor page. Missing values stay marked as not published rather than being estimated.