DALL-E (via ChatGPT) Pricing 2026
by OpenAI · Last verified 2026-06-06
Plans
2
Starting at
Free
Max plan
$20/mo
API
Available
Best for
text-accuracyeasy-accessintegrated-with-chatgpt
Limitations:lower artistic quality vs Midjourneyper-image API cost
Plans & Pricing
API (pay-per-image)
Developers, low-volume usage
Free
GPT Image 2: $0.005–$0.052/image depending on size/quality
Via ChatGPT Plus
ChatGPT Plus subscribers who need occasional image generation
$20/mo
images: Included in Plus planmodel: GPT Image 2 (gpt-image-2)
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Frequently asked questions
Is DALL-E (via ChatGPT) free?
Yes, DALL-E (via ChatGPT) has a free plan. Developers, low-volume usage
How much does DALL-E (via ChatGPT) cost?
DALL-E (via ChatGPT) offers 2 plans: API (pay-per-image) at Free, Via ChatGPT Plus at $20/mo.
Is DALL-E (via ChatGPT) worth it in 2026?
DALL-E (via ChatGPT) is particularly strong for: text-accuracy, easy-access, integrated-with-chatgpt. At $20/month, it's best suited for specific use cases. Use the optimizer to see if it fits your workflow.
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Pricing last verified 2026-06-06. All prices in USD/month (monthly billing). Annual billing typically saves 15-20%. Verify current prices at each provider's official pricing page before subscribing.