Recraft V4 vs GPT Image 1.5
Design-focused model with color palette control vs OpenAI's all-around champion. Both 15 credits.
Recraft V4 and GPT Image 1.5 are no longer offered on Melies. The specs below are kept for reference. See the current image models and their credit costs on the pricing page.
Recraft V4 from Recraft and GPT Image 1.5 from OpenAI represent two different approaches to AI image generation. Design-focused image model with color palette control and accurate text rendering. On the other side, openAI's #1 ranked image model with exceptional prompt adherence, photorealism, and text rendering.
Both models cost 15 credits per generation, so the decision comes down to capabilities rather than budget. Recraft V4 excels at brand assets, logos, design work, typography, while GPT Image 1.5 is better suited for highest quality generation, text rendering, photorealism.
Updated November 2026
Neither Recraft V4 nor GPT Image 1.5 is offered on Melies anymore. Compare the current image models and their credit costs on the pricing page.
Recraft V4 vs GPT Image 1.5: How They Compare
 Recraft V4 |  GPT Image 1.5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Provider | Recraft | OpenAI |
| Released | Feb 2026 | Jan 2026 |
| Cost | 15 | 15 |
| Speed | Fast | Medium |
| Reference images | Up to 1 | |
| Editing |
Recraft V4 vs GPT Image 1.5: Cost Comparison
Both models cost the same. Here's how credits add up at scale.
| Volume | Recraft V4 | GPT Image 1.5 |
|---|---|---|
| 10 images | 150 | 150 |
| 50 images | 750 | 750 |
| 100 images | 1,500 | 1,500 |
Strengths & Weaknesses
Recraft V4
- + Faster generation speed
- + Brand assets
- + Color palette control for brand consistency
- + Accurate text and typography rendering
- + Multiple style presets (realistic, illustration, vector)
- - No built-in editing
- - No reference image support
GPT Image 1.5
- + Highest quality generation
- + Supports 1 reference images
- + Built-in image editing
- + #1 on all major image leaderboards
- + Transparent background support
- - Higher price point relative to speed tier
Recraft V4 vs GPT Image 1.5: FAQ
Practical answers before you start creating.
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