DALL-E (via ChatGPT)
ChallengerOpenAI's image generator integrated directly into ChatGPT
👥 50M+ users💰 Part of OpenAI ($500B valuation)
✓ Last verified: March 2026
DALL-E is OpenAI's AI image generation model, available through ChatGPT and the OpenAI API. It generates images from natural language descriptions and supports editing existing images. Its tight integration with ChatGPT makes it one of the most accessible AI image generators, allowing users to iterate on images through conversation.
Our Ratings
9
Ease of Use
7
Output Quality
7
Value
6
Support
7
Versatility
Key Features
- ✓Natural language image generation through ChatGPT
- ✓Conversational iteration on generated images
- ✓Inpainting and image editing capabilities
- ✓Better text rendering than most AI image generators
- ✓API access for programmatic image generation
Best For
- 👍 Users who want image generation without leaving ChatGPT
- 👍 Quick mockups and concept visualization
- 👍 Developers integrating image generation into apps via API
Limitations
- ⚠️ Image quality generally below Midjourney for artistic work
- ⚠️ Limited style control compared to Midjourney or Stable Diffusion
- ⚠️ Generation limits on free and Plus plans
Integrations
ChatGPTOpenAI APIZapierMicrosoft Designer
Pricing Plans
Official pricing pageMost Popular
Prices shown are in USD. Verify current pricing on DALL-E (via ChatGPT)'s website.
Pricing
Free planYes
Limited generations included with free ChatGPT tier
Starting price$20/mo
Modelfreemium
Credit-based
Credits for image generation; pay per image
Quick Facts
DifficultyBeginner
Team sizeany
API accessYes
Mobile appYes
Data privacymedium
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