Nano Banana 2.1 vs Nano Banana Pro
Two image models side by side: what each costs, what it takes and when to pick it. Both run on one RenderHour balance, so you can give them the same prompt and compare the results yourself.
Pick Nano Banana 2.1 if
You need 4K output or sharper detail, or a lower price per image at 1K.
Pick Nano Banana Pro if
You want the most photorealistic result and precise edits by description.
Side by side
| Nano Banana 2.1 | Nano Banana Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | From 1.5 credits per image | From 2 credits per image |
| Reference images | Up to 8 | Up to 8 |
| Settings | 1K, 2K, 4K | 1K, 2K |
| Aspect ratios | 1:1, 3:4, 4:3, 4:5, 9:16, 16:9 | 1:1, 3:4, 4:3, 4:5, 9:16, 16:9 |
| API | Not in the API | Not in the API |
| Free plan (20 credits a month) | 13 images | 10 images |
Questions
- Which is cheaper, Nano Banana 2.1 or Nano Banana Pro?
- Nano Banana 2.1: 1.5 credits per image at the cheapest setting, against 2 for Nano Banana Pro.
- Can I use both with one account?
- Yes. Both run on the same balance of credits, so you can try the same prompt on each and compare. The free plan gives 20 credits a month, and a failed run costs nothing.
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