Stable Diffusion is an open-source AI image generator offering free self-hosting with extensive customization, ControlNet precision, and LoRA fine-tuning. Stable Diffusion features inpainting/outpainting, image-to-image transformation, and complete privacy when self-hosted with web services from $0-14/month.

Key Features:

• Open-Source & Free - Self-host at no cost with capable GPU


• Extensive Customization - Full control over generation


• Multiple Model Versions - Various iterations available


• ControlNet Support - Precise generation control


• Inpainting & Outpainting - Edit and extend images


• Image-to-Image - Transform existing images


• LoRA (Low-Rank Adaptation) - Fine-tuning support


• Complete Privacy - Self-hosted, no cloud dependency


• Community-Driven - Active model development


• No Usage Limits - When self-hosting

Pricing:

Self-Hosted: Free (requires capable GPU hardware)

DreamStudio: $0.01 per credit, pay-per-use

Web Services: $0-14/month depending on platform

Free: 10 images/day limit

Paid: $9-99/month for 4,000+ images/month

API Access: Variable per call

Platforms:

Self-Hosted (Windows/macOS/Linux), Web Apps (various services), API

Alternatives:

Midjourney, DALL-E 3, Adobe Firefly, Leonardo.ai, Getimg.ai

Note: Developed by Stability AI. Requires technical setup for self-hosting. Designed for developers, researchers, and privacy-conscious creators.