Stable Diffusion

by Stability AI

Open-source image generation.

4.4(500)AI Image Generators

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Reviewed by the Softwares.com Editorial Team · Last updated June 2026 · How we rate

Key facts

Vendor: Stability AI
Pricing: Freemium — Free – $20/mo
Free tier: Yes
Platforms: Web, Api, Self Hosted
Best for: Developers, Artists
Editor rating: 4.4 / 5
Founded: 2022
Headquarters: London, UK

What is Stable Diffusion?

Stable Diffusion is a ai image generators tool from Stability AI. Stable Diffusion is an open-source image model you can run locally or via APIs.

Stable Diffusion uses freemium pricing and offers a free tier you can start on without a credit card. Free – $20/mo.

It's best suited to developers, artists and runs on Web, Api, Self Hosted.

Standout strengths include open source, run locally, highly customizable. Worth weighing: technical setup, quality varies by model.

Stable Diffusion pricing

Open source

Free

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API/Membership

$20/mo

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Pros

Open source
Run locally
Highly customizable

Cons

Technical setup
Quality varies by model

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Frequently asked questions

What is Stable Diffusion?

Stable Diffusion is an open-source image model you can run locally or via APIs.

How much does Stable Diffusion cost?

Stable Diffusion is freemium-priced. It has a free tier. Paid plans start at $20/mo.

Does Stable Diffusion have a free trial?

Stable Diffusion offers a free tier rather than a time-limited trial.

What platforms does Stable Diffusion support?

Stable Diffusion is available on Web, Api, Self Hosted.