DALL-E 3 Pricing in 2026

● Last verified: April 1, 2026

Pricing tiers

Tier	Price	Details
Free	$0	Included with ChatGPT free tier (limited)
Starter	$20/mo	Entry-level paid tier
Pro	$20/mo	Professional tier with expanded limits

API: $0.04/image (1024x1024), $0.08/image (1024x1792). Bundled with ChatGPT Plus.

How DALL-E compares on price

Tool	Starting	Pro	API/sec
DALL-E	$20	$20	N/A
Recraft	$25	$60	N/A
Flux	N/A	N/A	N/A
Leonardo	$10	$24	N/A

Is DALL-E worth it?

We rate DALL-E 8/10 for value. DALL-E 3 is the most accessible AI image tool because of its ChatGPT integration, but it is not a production tool. The content safety filters are too restrictive for commercial creative work, and the output quality sits below Flux and Midjourney. We recommend it to clients who want quick concept images without learning a new tool. For anything going into a deliverable, we use Flux.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does DALL-E cost per month?▾

DALL-E starts at $20/month. The Pro tier is $20/month.

Does DALL-E have a free plan?▾

Yes. Included with ChatGPT free tier (limited)

What does DALL-E API cost?▾

DALL-E offers API access. Check their pricing page for current rates.

Is DALL-E worth the price?▾

We rate DALL-E 8/10 for value. It offers excellent value for the features provided.

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