Flux 2 vs Ideogram 3
Flux 2 and Ideogram 3 are both available on Pixel Engine. This page compares what they actually cost and what they can do, generated from the live catalogue rather than written by hand.
Specifications side by side
| Flux 2 | Ideogram 3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Type | image | image |
| Credits (base) | 4 | 4 |
| Cost per generation | $0.27–$0.40 | $0.27–$0.40 |
| Cost per second of video | — | — |
| Durations (s) | — | — |
| Resolutions | — | — |
| Aspect ratios | — | — |
| Image to video | No | No |
| Start + end frame | No | No |
| Native audio | No | No |
| Requires an input image | No | No |
| Negative prompt | No | Yes |
| Seed control (repeatable results) | Yes | Yes |
| Multiple reference images | No | No |
| Served by | fal | fal |
Which should you use?
Both models price identically per generation on current plan rates, so the choice comes down to the capability differences listed above.
The concrete differences are:
- Negative prompt: Flux 2 No, Ideogram 3 Yes
Run the same prompt on both
Both models are on one account with shared credits, so you can generate the identical prompt on each and compare the real output instead of taking a table's word for it.
Start freeCommon questions
Can I use both Flux 2 and Ideogram 3 on one account?
Yes. Both are available on Pixel Engine from the same credit balance, so you can switch between them without a second subscription.