Quick Comparison
Head-to-Head Breakdown
Text Accuracy
Ideogram AIIdeogram is purpose-built for accurate text rendering — its biggest differentiator over all other AI image tools including Midjourney.
Artistic Quality
MidjourneyMidjourney's overall image quality and aesthetic appeal are significantly stronger for non-text images.
Logo Design
Ideogram AIIdeogram is the go-to tool for AI-generated logos because of its text handling.
Free Tier
Ideogram AIIdeogram offers 10 priority images per day for free. Midjourney has no free tier.
Photorealism
MidjourneyMidjourney produces more convincingly photorealistic images for most prompts.
The Verdict
Choose Midjourney for the highest quality artistic, editorial, and photorealistic images. Choose Ideogram when your image needs to contain readable, stylised text — logos, posters, social media graphics, and typography-heavy designs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Ideogram better than Midjourney?
For images containing text (logos, posters, social graphics), Ideogram wins clearly. For all other image types, Midjourney produces better results.
Is Ideogram free?
Yes — Ideogram offers 10 priority images per day for free with no credit card required. Paid plans start at $8/month.