Qwen-Image
Alibaba's third-generation image model, built for layouts that have to be read — long prompts, small type, and edits that keep the subject intact.
Small type that survives
Headlines, menus, packaging and UI mockups hold together: text renders natively in 12 languages, down to roughly 10 pixels, across 20+ fonts.
4,500-token prompts
Room to describe every panel in one go — infographics, storyboards, newspaper pages and exam sheets come out as a single composed layout.
Editing with references
Attach one to three images and describe the change; the model restyles, relights and merges subjects instead of redrawing from scratch.
Qwen-Image
| Largest output on Slloy | 1328 × 1328 (1:1) · 1664 × 928 (16:9) |
|---|---|
| Aspect ratios | 1:1 · 16:9 · 9:16 · 3:4 |
| Reference images | Yes — 1 to 3, for edits and merges |
| Price | 20 credits per image (about $0.16) |
About Qwen-Image
Qwen-Image is Alibaba's third-generation image model, announced on 21 July 2026 and opened to all users on 5 August. The generation is built around one word — real — split into rich content (prompts up to 4,500 tokens, roughly four times the previous window), authentic detail (text down to about 10 pixels, plus pores and hair strands), and deep knowledge (native lettering in 12 languages, believable web, game and livestream interfaces). In practice it is the layout specialist of the shelf: where a generalist model drifts on dense compositions, Qwen-Image keeps every label where you put it. On Slloy it runs at 20 credits per image in four ratios and accepts one to three reference images, so the same model that draws a poster can also edit a photo you already have.
Reach for Qwen-Image when the image has to carry information: posters with copy, product sheets, UI mockups, multi-panel explainers. For photographic realism and style range take Seedream 5.0; when the brief is long and every label must land, Qwen-Image Pro; for cheap drafts, Z-Image Turbo.
How to create images with Qwen-Image
- Sign up free — Create an account and get 100 free credits — no card required. That's about 5 images to test Qwen-Image with your own prompts.
- Write your prompt — Describe subject, style, lighting and mood. Qwen-Image accepts prompts in 20+ languages and handles text-in-image requests.
- Generate and download — Pick an aspect ratio, hit generate, and your 2K image is ready in seconds. Download it or keep it in your permanent gallery.
Prompt tips that work with Qwen-Image
- Be specific about light and lens: “golden-hour backlight, 85mm portrait” beats “nice photo” every time.
- Put text requests in quotes — “a poster that reads GRAND OPENING” — and keep the text short for clean rendering.
- Iterate: regenerate with small changes instead of rewriting the whole prompt, or edit the result with natural-language instructions.
What creators use Qwen-Image for
- E-commerce: product shots, lifestyle scenes and model imagery without a studio.
- Social content: scroll-stopping visuals with readable captions baked in.
- Marketing: ad variants, posters and banners in every aspect ratio you need.
- Concept art: fast style exploration across consistent characters and scenes.
FAQ
What is Qwen-Image?
The third-generation text-to-image and editing model from Alibaba's Qwen team, released on 21 July 2026. The standard tier is sold as qwen-image-3.0; Slloy AI provides access with no keys and no setup.
Can it edit an image I already have?
Yes. Attach one to three reference images and write the change as an instruction — restyle, relight, swap a product, merge two shots. Reference images are optional; without them it is plain text to image.
How much does it cost?
20 credits per image, about $0.16 on paid plans. Every new account starts with 100 free credits — five images, no card required.
Does it render Chinese text well?
Chinese and English are its strongest pair, and it handles 12 languages natively. Very small print can still garble, so check the output at 100% before sending anything to print.
Qwen-Image or Qwen-Image Pro?
Pro is the flagship tier at 30 credits: steadier instruction following on long prompts and more consistent subjects across edits. Start standard and upgrade when a specific layout keeps breaking.
Can I use the images commercially?
Paid plans include a commercial-use license for everything you generate. Free-plan outputs are limited to personal use — upgrade when a project goes live.
What if a generation fails?
Failed jobs are refunded automatically — credits return to your balance without a support ticket. You only pay for images that actually deliver.