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Endpoint: POST https://fal.run/fal-ai/flux/krea Endpoint ID: fal-ai/flux/krea

Try it in the Playground

Run this model interactively with your own prompts.

Quick Start

import fal_client

def on_queue_update(update):
    if isinstance(update, fal_client.InProgress):
        for log in update.logs:
           print(log["message"])

result = fal_client.subscribe(
    "fal-ai/flux/krea",
    arguments={
        "prompt": "A candid street photo of a woman with a pink bob and bold eyeliner on a graffiti-covered subway platform. She wears a bright yellow patent leather coat over a black-and-white checkered turtleneck and platform boots. Natural subway lighting creates an authentic urban scene with a relaxed, unposed feel."
    },
    with_logs=True,
    on_queue_update=on_queue_update,
)
print(result)

Input Schema

prompt
string
required
The prompt to generate an image from.
image_size
ImageSize | Enum
default:"landscape_4_3"
The size of the generated image. Default value: landscape_4_3Possible values: square_hd, square, portrait_4_3, portrait_16_9, landscape_4_3, landscape_16_9
num_inference_steps
integer
default:"28"
The number of inference steps to perform. Default value: 28Range: 1 to 50
seed
integer
The same seed and the same prompt given to the same version of the model will output the same image every time.
guidance_scale
float
default:"4.5"
The CFG (Classifier Free Guidance) scale is a measure of how close you want the model to stick to your prompt when looking for a related image to show you. Default value: 4.5Range: 1 to 20
sync_mode
boolean
default:"false"
If True, the media will be returned as a data URI and the output data won’t be available in the request history.
num_images
integer
default:"1"
The number of images to generate. Default value: 1Range: 1 to 4
enable_safety_checker
boolean
default:"true"
If set to true, the safety checker will be enabled. Default value: true
output_format
OutputFormatEnum
default:"jpeg"
The format of the generated image. Default value: "jpeg"Possible values: jpeg, png
acceleration
AccelerationEnum
default:"none"
The speed of the generation. The higher the speed, the faster the generation. Default value: "none"Possible values: none, regular, high

Output Schema

images
list<Image>
required
The generated images.
timings
Timings
required
seed
integer
required
Seed of the generated Image. It will be the same value of the one passed in the input or the randomly generated that was used in case none was passed.
has_nsfw_concepts
list<boolean>
required
Whether the generated images contain NSFW concepts.
prompt
string
required
The prompt used for generating the image.

Input Example

{
  "prompt": "A candid street photo of a woman with a pink bob and bold eyeliner on a graffiti-covered subway platform. She wears a bright yellow patent leather coat over a black-and-white checkered turtleneck and platform boots. Natural subway lighting creates an authentic urban scene with a relaxed, unposed feel.",
  "image_size": "landscape_4_3",
  "num_inference_steps": 28,
  "guidance_scale": 4.5,
  "sync_mode": false,
  "num_images": 1,
  "enable_safety_checker": true,
  "output_format": "jpeg",
  "acceleration": "none"
}

Output Example

{
  "images": [
    {
      "content_type": "image/jpeg",
      "height": 768,
      "url": "https://storage.googleapis.com/falserverless/example_outputs/flux_krea_t2i_output_1.jpg",
      "width": 1024
    }
  ],
  "prompt": ""
}
Black Forest Labs’ FLUX.1 Krea [dev] delivers high-quality image generation from a 12 billion parameter flow transformer at $0.025 per megapixel. Trading raw parameter count for aesthetic refinement through collaboration with Krea AI, this model prioritizes visual quality and commercial viability over pure speed. Built for creators and enterprises needing production-ready images without the licensing restrictions of research-only alternatives. Use Cases: Commercial Product Photography | Marketing Asset Generation | Creative Concept Visualization

Performance

FLUX.1 Krea [dev] is a commercially-licensed alternative in the FLUX family, offering flexible resolution scaling with per-megapixel pricing that becomes cost-competitive at lower resolutions, delivering 40 generations per $1.00 at standard sizes.
MetricResultContext
Parameter Count12 billionFlow transformer architecture optimized for aesthetic quality
Inference Steps28 (default)Configurable 1-50 steps for speed/quality tradeoff
Cost per Megapixel$0.02540 generations per $1.00 at 1MP; images billed by rounding up to nearest megapixel
Max ResolutionUp to 4 megapixelsFlexible aspect ratios via landscape/portrait/square presets
Batch Generation1-4 imagesSingle API call generates multiple variations
Related EndpointsFLUX.1 [dev], FLUX.1 SRPO [dev]Standard dev vs aesthetic-tuned vs style-refined variants

Commercial-Ready Generation with Aesthetic Focus

FLUX.1 Krea [dev] implements a 12 billion parameter flow transformer architecture tuned specifically for aesthetic quality through Black Forest Labs’ collaboration with Krea AI. Unlike research-licensed models that restrict commercial use, this variant ships with full commercial permissions while maintaining the prompt interpretation capabilities of the base FLUX.1 architecture. What this means for you:
  • Flexible Resolution Scaling: Generate from sub-megapixel thumbnails to 4MP hero images with per-megapixel billing, paying only for the resolution you need rather than flat per-image costs
  • Configurable Quality Control: Adjust inference steps (1-50) and guidance scale (1-20) to balance generation speed against prompt adherence for different production workflows
  • Built-in Safety Filtering: Optional safety checker validates outputs against NSFW concepts before delivery, reducing moderation overhead for customer-facing applications
  • Batch Efficiency: Generate up to 4 variations per API call with consistent seed control for A/B testing creative concepts without multiple requests

Technical Specifications

SpecDetails
ArchitectureFLUX.1 Krea [dev]
Input FormatsText prompts with optional seed control
Output FormatsJPEG, PNG
Max Resolution4 megapixels with preset aspect ratios (landscape_4_3, portrait_16_9, square_1_1)
LicenseCommercial use permitted
API Documentation | Quickstart Guide | Enterprise Pricing

How It Stacks Up

FLUX.1 [dev] ($0.025/MP) – FLUX.1 Krea [dev] trades the base model’s research-only license for commercial permissions while adding aesthetic tuning from Krea AI’s dataset at identical pricing. FLUX.1 [dev] remains ideal for research applications where licensing restrictions aren’t a concern. FLUX.1 SRPO [dev] ($0.025/MP) – FLUX.1 Krea [dev] prioritizes aesthetic quality through Krea’s training data, while SRPO emphasizes style refinement through reinforcement learning. Both share commercial licensing and per-megapixel pricing, with SRPO offering stronger stylistic control for brand-consistent generation. **Flux 2 Pro (0.055/MP)FLUX.1Krea[dev]deliverscommerciallylicensedgenerationat2.2xlowercost(0.055/MP)** – FLUX.1 Krea [dev] delivers commercially-licensed generation at 2.2x lower cost (0.025 vs $0.055 per megapixel). Flux 2 Pro provides next-generation prompt understanding and detail preservation for applications where maximum quality justifies the premium pricing. **Flux 2 Flex (0.035/MP)FLUX.1Krea[dev]offers1.4xcostsavings(0.035/MP)** – FLUX.1 Krea [dev] offers 1.4x cost savings (0.025 vs $0.035 per megapixel) while maintaining commercial licensing. Flux 2 Flex balances the quality improvements of Flux 2 architecture with more accessible pricing for high-volume generation workflows.

Limitations

  • image_size restricted to: square_hd, square, portrait_4_3, portrait_16_9, landscape_4_3, landscape_16_9
  • num_inference_steps range: 1 to 50
  • guidance_scale range: 1 to 20
  • num_images range: 1 to 4
  • output_format restricted to: jpeg, png
  • acceleration restricted to: none, regular, high
  • Content moderation via safety checker
  • strength range: 0.01 to 1
  • num_inference_steps range: 10 to 50