InvokeAI
Open-source creative engine for Stable Diffusion models
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InvokeAI is a free alternative to Midjourney.
Open-source engine for Stable Diffusion and Flux that lets you generate, edit, and train AI images locally.
- for
- Artists, designers, and developers who need a self-hosted AI image generation workflow.
- pricing
- open source
- license
- Apache-2.0
- v7.0.0-alpha.1InvokeAI 7.0.0 (alpha 1)4 days ago
- v6.14.2Version 6.14.211 days ago
- v6.14.1Version 6.14.1a month ago
Key features
- Unified Canvas — Layer-based canvas for drawing, painting and editing AI-generated images with independent layer control.
- Node-based Workflows — Visual graph editor to build reproducible pipelines and expose custom UI parameters.
- Model Manager — Out-of-the-box support for Flux, SDXL, SD 1.5 and easy handling of checkpoints, LoRAs, Textual Inversions and ControlNets.
- ControlNet Mastery — Integrates ControlNet for depth maps, edges, poses and other guides to steer generation.
- Seamless Iteration — Batch generation, prompt wildcards and high-resolution upscaling without leaving the app.
- Training UI — Dedicated interface for Textual Inversion and LoRA training on your own data.
Use cases
- Create high-quality AI artwork locally with full privacy.
- Iterate quickly on concept variations using batch generation and wildcards.
- Train custom LoRA or Textual Inversion models to match a personal style.
- Use ControlNet to generate images that follow specific depth or pose maps.
- Integrate the engine into a self-hosted production pipeline via the API.
InvokeAI vs alternatives
 InvokeAI |  ComfyUI |  Midjourney |  Krita |  Cloudinary | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Best for | Local, customizable AI image generation | Node-based AI generation | Hosted AI art | Digital painting | Image processing API |
| Pricing | Open source | Free | Subscription | Free | Subscription |
| DevHunt upvotes | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Launched | — | — | — | — | — |
- InvokeAI vs ComfyUI: ComfyUI also offers node-based AI image generation but focuses more on video and custom UI extensions.
- InvokeAI vs Midjourney: Midjourney provides cloud-hosted AI image generation with a subscription model, no self-hosting.
- InvokeAI vs Krita: Krita is a traditional digital painting app without AI model integration or generation pipelines.
- InvokeAI vs Cloudinary: Cloudinary offers an API for image upload and transformation, not a full AI generation engine.
InvokeAI FAQ
How do I install InvokeAI?+
Use the Invoke Launcher for Windows, macOS, or Linux, or install manually via Docker, Python, or the AppImage.
Do I need a GPU?+
Yes, a compatible NVIDIA or AMD GPU is required for Windows and Linux; macOS requires Apple Silicon.
Is my data private?+
InvokeAI runs entirely locally, so prompts and generated images never leave your hardware.
Can I run InvokeAI on a cloud service?+
Yes, hosted options are available on AI Badgr, RunPod, and Railway.
What license is InvokeAI released under?+
Apache 2.0, allowing free use, modification, and distribution.
Summarized by DevHunt from invoke-ai.github.io · Oct 7, 2026. Details may change; check the official site.
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