Model comparison
Compare Nano Banana 2 and Grok Imagine Image 2.0 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 |
| Nano Banana 2Google | $0.67 |
Quick take
Google's versatile image workhorse for fast generation, conversational edits, multiple references, grounded imagery, and outputs up to 4K.
There is no free API tier for this model, and grounded generation can add search charges beyond the image price.
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.
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 | Nano Banana 2 | Grok Imagine Image 2.0 |
|---|---|---|
| Typical price basisA representative current provider price with its quality or resolution basis. | $0.067 / 1K image | $0.04–$0.08 / output image |
| Maximum outputMaximum documented resolution or pixel area for the listed route. | 0.5K, 1K, 2K, 4K | 1K or 2K |
| Core tasksWhether the model supports generation, editing, or both. | Generation and conversational editing | Generation and editing |
| Reference imagesHow the model can use images to guide or edit an output. | Multiple references and multi-turn edits | Up to 5 source images |
| Text & layoutProvider-documented positioning for typography and structured composition. | Improved multilingual text rendering | Typography and structured-layout focus |
| API accessDirect and notable third-party routes included in this guide. | Gemini API, fal | SpaceXAI Imagine API |
How to choose
Start with the job you need to complete, then validate cost, access, and policy details on your exact provider route.
Google says paid Gemini API content is not used to improve its products. Unpaid-service terms differ, so confirm that the project is attached to an active billing account before sending confidential material.
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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.
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Frequently asked questions
Nano Banana 2: Google's versatile image workhorse for fast generation, conversational edits, multiple references, grounded imagery, and outputs up to 4K. 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.
Consider Nano Banana 2 when your priority is Conversational image editing. Consider Grok Imagine Image 2.0 when your priority is Marketing visuals with text and layout. 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.
