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MAI-Image-2.6 🆕 New

by Microsoft · Image

Microsoft AI's flagship image model · #2 Arena text-to-image (ahead of Google, Meta & xAI) · PowerPoint-ready diagrams · identity-consistent edits.

90/100AIVerso score
#4 of 26in Image
Free in Copilot / APIStarting price
YesFree tier
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At a glance

ProviderMicrosoft
CategoryImage
Starting priceFree in Copilot / API
Free tierYes
API accessYes
Open sourceNo

Key facts

Strengths

Free tier available
API access for developers

Limitations

No notable limitations in our data

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Is MAI-Image-2.6 free?

Yes — MAI-Image-2.6 has a free tier. Pricing: Free in Copilot / API.

What are the best alternatives to MAI-Image-2.6?

The highest-rated AI image generators from other providers on AIVerso are Midjourney v7 (93/100), FLUX 1.1 Pro (90/100), GPT Image 2 (90/100).

Does MAI-Image-2.6 have an API?

Yes, MAI-Image-2.6 can be used via an API.

How does AIVerso rate MAI-Image-2.6?

MAI-Image-2.6 scores 90/100 on AIVerso and ranks #4 of 26 in Image. Scores combine public benchmark results, features and pricing; commissions never influence them.

How we rate: Scores and capability ratings are based on public benchmarks, provider documentation, features and pricing — not on commission rates. Prices can change; check the provider's site before buying. Last updated: September 29, 2026.