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Illustrious XL vs Banana Art Lab

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Illustrious XL compared with Banana Art Lab
DetailIllustrious XL logo Illustrious XLBanana Art Lab logo Banana Art Lab
What it doesOpen-source SDXL-based AI model for native high-resolution anime art generation AI image generator with multiple models for text-to-image and image editing
StageNot given Startup
FoundedNot given 2024
Based inNot given US
Pricing modelOpen source Freemium
PricingFree for personal and research use; prohibits closed-source proprietary monetization Free: 10 credits on sign-up (never expire, no credit card required). Standard: $9.99 for 4,000 credits (valid 30 days). Pro: $29.99 for 12,000 credits (valid 30 days). Image costs: GPT Image 2 Saver 2 credits (any size), GPT Image 2 2-228 credits (depends on quality and resolution), Nanobanana 13 cr
Key features
  • Native 1536x1536 high-resolution generation without upscaling
  • Hybrid Prompting System combining natural English and Danbooru tags
  • Stable text encoder fine-tuning for superior concept understanding
  • Trained on comprehensive Danbooru2023 dataset
  • Full compatibility with ComfyUI, Automatic1111, Forge, and Draw Things
  • Superior anatomy rendering with flawless hands and character details
  • V-Prediction architecture for enhanced dynamic range and contrast
  • Highly flexible base canvas for LoRA training and custom checkpoints
  • Text-to-image generation
  • Image editing with reference images
  • Node-based workflow editor
  • Prompt template library
  • Batch generation
  • High-resolution export
  • Multiple AI models in one editor
  • 1K, 2K, and 4K resolution options
  • MCP server integration
  • Mobile-responsive design
What makes it different
  • Only open-source SDXL model natively trained at 1536x1536 resolution
  • Stylistically neutral untuned base canvas unlike Pony Diffusion
  • Continuous rapid iterations from v0.1 to v3.5 with aggressive optimization
  • Thousands of compatible community-trained LoRAs and derivatives
  • Multiple AI image models in one editor
  • No subscription, pay only for what you create
  • 10 free credits with no credit card required
  • Node-based canvas for multi-step workflows
  • MCP server for AI coding assistants like Claude and Codex
Free planNot given Not given
Open sourceNot given Not given
PlatformsNot given Not given
Public APINot given Not given
Community votes00
DR (Domain Rating by Ahrefs)13 −1 (down) since last check16 +2 (up) since last check
Trust Flow (Majestic)53
Citation Flow (Majestic)1911
Referring domains (Majestic)4515

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