Nano Banana 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 if
You want quick edits and everyday images at a lower price per image.
Pick Nano Banana Pro if
You want the most photorealistic result, or 2K output.
Side by side
| Nano Banana | Nano Banana Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | From 3 credits per image | From 10.75 credits per image |
| Reference images | Up to 8 | Up to 8 |
| Settings | Standard | 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 (10 credits to start) | With a plan, from $10 a month | With a plan, from $10 a month |
Questions
- Which is cheaper, Nano Banana or Nano Banana Pro?
- Nano Banana: 3 credits per image at the cheapest setting, against 10.75 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. Every model comes with every paid plan, from $10 a month, and a failed run costs nothing.
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