Uni-1 FAQ
Everything you need to know about the Uni-1 AI image generator — from getting started to advanced features.
Uni-1 is a multimodal reasoning model by Luma that generates images through structured internal thinking. It decomposes instructions, resolves spatial constraints, and plans composition before rendering — ranking #1 in human preference Elo across overall quality, style editing, and reference-based generation.
Type a detailed prompt describing your vision. Optionally upload reference images for identity or style guidance. The model generates results in seconds — use follow-up prompts to refine specific elements without starting over.
Yes. Uni-1 AI offers a free tier — standard resolution output included. For 2048px and multi-reference features, paid plans start at approximately $0.09 per image.
Over 76 distinct visual styles — photorealism, cinematic framing, manga, meme aesthetics, fine art, and more. Output up to 2048px resolution. The model handles portraits, landscapes, product shots, illustrations, and multi-character scenes.
All uploaded files are auto-deleted within 1 hour. Images are never stored, shared, or used for model training. Your creative assets remain completely private.
Luma Uni-1 outperforms Midjourney on human preference Elo (Overall and Reference-Based), offers native multi-turn refinement, supports 76+ vs ~40 styles, and costs approximately 25% less per image. The key differentiator: reasoning before pixel generation produces more coherent, intentional results.
Head to the Uni-1 image generator on our homepage, type a descriptive prompt, and click Generate. No account or sign-up is needed for the free tier. For reference-guided generation, switch to the "Image to Image" tab and upload your source images before generating.
Uni-1 offers a free tier at standard resolution. Paid plans start at $14.99/month for 1,000 credits, with quarterly and annual options available at a discount. High-resolution 2048px output costs approximately $0.09 per image (30 credits).
Yes. All paid plans include a commercial license. Images you generate with Uni-1 AI are yours to use in client work, marketing campaigns, product listings, and published content.
High quality. Free to start.