Myjourney vs Stable Diffusion
Stable Diffusion is powerful and free, but running it locally requires a decent GPU (8GB+ VRAM), technical setup (Python, model downloads, ComfyUI/Automatic1111), and ongoing maintenance. Cloud alternatives like RunDiffusion charge $0.50+/hour.
Myjourney gives you comparable AI image generation in your browser. No installation, no GPU, no technical knowledge. Type a prompt, get an image. $0.03 per image, and you can start with 100 free credits.
| Feature | Myjourney | Stable Diffusion |
|---|---|---|
| Setup Required | None — browser-based | GPU + Python + model downloads |
| Cost | $0.03-0.07/image | Free (but requires GPU hardware) |
| Hardware Needed | Any device with a browser | GPU with 8GB+ VRAM ($500+) |
| Video Generation | Veo 3 built-in | Separate setup (AnimateDiff, etc.) |
| Custom Models | Not supported | Full LoRA/checkpoint support |
| Ease of Use | Type prompt → get image | Requires technical knowledge |
| Image Quality | Flux Pro | Varies by model and settings |
| Updates | Automatic | Manual model/software updates |
If you want full control, custom models, and unlimited free generation, Stable Diffusion is unbeatable — if you have the hardware and patience. For everyone else, Myjourney is faster to start and easier to use.
Start with 100 free creditsDifferent tradeoffs. Myjourney is easier (no setup, browser-based) but costs per image. Stable Diffusion is free but requires a GPU and technical setup. For most people, Myjourney is more accessible.
Yes. Myjourney runs Flux models on cloud GPUs, so you get high-quality results regardless of your device. Even a phone browser works.
Myjourney is a good complement — use it for quick generations when you don't want to fire up your local setup, or for video generation (Veo 3) which local SD doesn't easily support.
Not currently. If you need custom fine-tuned models, Stable Diffusion is still the best option. Myjourney focuses on the best general-purpose models.