Qwen Image 2.0 Pro vs Recraft V4.1 Pro
Unified generation and editing compared with Recraft's design-first high-resolution workflow.
Qwen Image 2.0 Pro is no longer offered on Melies. Recraft V4.1 Pro is available today. The specs below are kept for reference.
Qwen Image 2.0 Pro from Alibaba Qwen and Recraft V4.1 Pro from Recraft represent two different approaches to AI image generation. Alibaba's highest-fidelity unified image model with native 2K generation, precise edits, and strong typography. On the other side, recraft's latest high-resolution raster model for polished design, editorial imagery, and brand production.
At 20 credits, Qwen Image 2.0 Pro costs 10 credits less than Recraft V4.1 Pro (30 credits). Qwen Image 2.0 Pro is no longer offered on Melies. Recraft V4.1 Pro is, along with the other current image models listed on the pricing page.
Updated November 2026
Qwen Image 2.0 Pro is no longer offered on Melies, so Recraft V4.1 Pro is the one you can use here. At 30 credits, it is a fit for brand campaigns. For other options, compare the current image models and their credit costs on the pricing page.
Qwen Image 2.0 Pro vs Recraft V4.1 Pro: How They Compare
 Qwen Image 2.0 Pro |  Recraft V4.1 Pro | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Alibaba Qwen | Recraft |
| Released | Aug 2026 | Aug 2026 |
| Cost | 20 | 30 |
| Speed | Medium | Medium |
| Reference images | Up to 3 | |
| Editing | ||
| WebP output |
Qwen Image 2.0 Pro vs Recraft V4.1 Pro: Cost Comparison
Qwen Image 2.0 Pro is 33% cheaper than Recraft V4.1 Pro. Here's how credits add up at scale.
| Volume | Qwen Image 2.0 Pro | Recraft V4.1 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 10 images | 200 | 300 |
| 50 images | 1,000 | 1,500 |
| 100 images | 2,000 | 3,000 |
Strengths & Weaknesses
Qwen Image 2.0 Pro
- + More affordable (20 vs 30 credits)
- + Movie posters
- + Supports 3 reference images
- + Built-in image editing
- + WebP output for smaller file sizes
- - Higher price point relative to speed tier
Recraft V4.1 Pro
- + Brand campaigns
- + High-resolution raster output
- + Design-first composition
- + Clean typography and graphic detail
- + Large-format and ultra-wide support
- - More expensive (30 vs 20 credits)
- - No built-in editing
- - No reference image support
Qwen Image 2.0 Pro vs Recraft V4.1 Pro: Which to Pick?
Maximum quality matters
Recraft V4.1 Pro is worth the extra credits when the output needs to be perfect — portfolio pieces, client work, or final deliverables.
Qwen Image 2.0 Pro vs Recraft V4.1 Pro: FAQ
Practical answers before you start creating.
Try Recraft V4.1 Pro on Melies
Compare Recraft V4.1 Pro with the other image models on Melies side by side. Switch models with one click, same credits.
Start Generating Images
