What is Midjourney?
Midjourney is an image & design tool and a paid tool. The gold standard of AI imagery — cinematic, painterly, impossibly detailed. We rate it 9.6/10 after hands-on testing. If it is not the right fit, there are 6 strong free and open-source alternatives.
Midjourney at a glance
| Category | Image & Design |
|---|---|
| Pricing | Paid |
| Free version | No |
| Open source | No |
| Our score | 9.6/10 |
| Partner deal | — |
Why we rate Midjourney
- One of the highest-scoring tools in its category on our tests.
- Easy to swap in or out — 6 close alternatives if it is not a fit.
- A solid pick for image & design work.
Midjourney FAQ
Is Midjourney free?
Midjourney is a paid tool, but you can often start with a free trial. If you need a $0 option, see the free alternatives below.
Is Midjourney open source?
No, Midjourney is not open source. If you want an open-source option, browse the alternatives below.
What are the best Midjourney alternatives?
Our top free and open-source Midjourney alternatives are FLUX, ComfyUI, Fooocus. See the full list on our alternatives page.
How do we rate Midjourney?
We score Midjourney 9.6 out of 10 after hands-on testing, weighing the free tier, output quality, ease of use and value. Scores are decided before any partnership and never bought.
