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FLUX.2 [klein] 9B Black Forest Labs LongCat-Image Meituan

Settled by community votes across 13 shared challenges, with an AI judge weighing in on each.

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B

20.6 arena score

#13 of 32 in Image Editing

Skill signature · Image Editing

LongCat-Image

12.9 arena score

#61 of 62 in Text-to-Image

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Shared challenges 13

Challenge by challenge

The strongest take from each model on every shared challenge, with the AI judge's read.

Geometric Composition

Text-to-Image

“A glass cube on a wooden table. Inside the cube is a small blue sphere. On top of the cube sits a red book. A green plant is behind the cube, partially visible through the glass. Soft window light from the left.”

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B
LongCat-Image

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B

  • + Excellent depiction of window lighting and caustics on the wood surface.
  • + Realistic texture on the red book pages and wooden table.
  • + Accurate glass refraction of the plant in the background.
  • The 'cube' is more of a hollow vase or container with rounded edges.
  • The blue sphere appears to be floating unnaturally in the center.

LongCat-Image

  • + Perfect geometric representation of a sharp-edged glass cube.
  • + Better scale for the 'small' blue sphere relative to the cube.
  • + High clarity and clean composition.
  • The plant is completely behind the glass rather than partially visible 'through' it in a way that shows distortion.
  • The lighting is a bit flatter compared to the other model.

Verdict: LongCat-Image adheres better to the geometric requirements of the prompt by generating a sharp-edged cube, whereas FLUX.2 [klein] 9B generated a rounded glass container. However, FLUX.2 [klein] 9B captures the environmental lighting and realistic textures of the table and book more convincingly.

Candid Street Photography

Text-to-Image

“A candid street photo of an elderly Japanese man repairing a red bicycle in light rain, reflections on wet pavement, shallow depth of field, 50mm lens, natural skin texture, imperfect framing, motion blur from passing cars, cinematic but realistic, no stylization.”

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B
LongCat-Image

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B

  • + Exceptional skin texture and anatomical detail in the hands
  • + Naturalistic lighting consistent with a rainy day in a Japanese urban setting
  • + Effective use of shallow depth of field which emphasizes the subject
  • The passing cars are fairly static rather than showing the requested motion blur
  • The framing is quite central despite the request for 'imperfect framing'

LongCat-Image

  • + Strong implementation of motion blur on the passing car in the background
  • + Good atmospheric mood with vibrant reflections and heavy rain falling
  • + Captures the 'candid' street photography look with a wider perspective
  • Significant anatomical errors, particularly a third hand appearing to hold the bicycle handlebars
  • The bicycle geometry is nonsensical with overlapping frames and wheels
  • The person appears slightly plastic and lacks the requested natural skin texture

Verdict: FLUX.2 [klein] 9B is the superior image due to its incredible realism and anatomical accuracy, particularly in the weathered details of the man's hands and face. While LongCat-Image captured the motion blur and environmental effects better, it suffered from severe AI artifacts, including extra limbs and a physically impossible bicycle structure.

Fantasy Warrior

Text-to-Image

“Close portrait of a battle-worn paladin in ornate engraved plate armor, hair braided with small beads, faint scars and dirt on the skin, warm torchlight reflecting off metal, shallow depth of field, bokeh sparks, lifelike eyes, highly detailed texture on leather straps and cloth underlayer.”

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B
LongCat-Image

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B

  • + Excellent skin texture with realistic pores and faint scarring.
  • + Technically superior armor engravings and material rendering.
  • + Strong adherence to the 'close portrait' composition.
  • The hair braids are a bit stiff in their placement.
  • The torch in the background is a bit distracting and sharply defined.

LongCat-Image

  • + More colorful beads in the hair as requested by the prompt.
  • + Dynamic lighting with a strong warm glow from the side.
  • + Good interpretation of the cloth underlayer and leather straps.
  • The facial scars look a bit like digital artifacts or paint rather than skin texture.
  • The character looks a bit young for the 'battle-worn' description.
  • Lower resolution in the fine details of the armor compared to the competitor.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [klein] 9B delivers a much more convincing 'battle-worn' aesthetic with superior skin and metal textures, emphasizing the grit of the character. LongCat-Image provides better use of color and lighting, but the facial rendering feels less lifelike and the armor engravings are less intricate. FLUX.2 is preferred for its high-fidelity detail and adherence to the specified textures.

Modern Clean Menu

Text-to-Image

“Modern minimalist restaurant menu design, white background with colorful food photos in grid, sections for appetizers/pizza/mains, bold sans-serif fonts, vibrant accents, clean professional layout for casual dining.”

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B
LongCat-Image

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B

  • + Layout accurately reflects a professional vertical menu card.
  • + Headers for Appetizers, Pizza, and Mains are clearly visible and logically placed.
  • + Includes dollar signs and consistent price alignment next to items.
  • Text rendering is messy with overlapping letters in the title and subtitles.
  • The photos in the grid are repetitive, showing four versions of pizza rather than diverse food.

LongCat-Image

  • + More creative use of vibrant color accents as requested in the prompt.
  • + Greater variety in food photography including salads and bowls.
  • + Better font clarity for the main headers despite the gibberish words.
  • The layout is cluttered and unconventional for a standard restaurant menu.
  • The blue sidebar and yellow blocking overlap awkwardly with the whitespace.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [klein] 9B provides a more realistic and professional menu structure that adheres better to the 'minimalist' and 'grid' requirements, despite text artifacts. LongCat-Image is more visually vibrant but fails to maintain the clean, logical layout expected of a dining menu, resulting in a disorganized composition.

Magic Burger Explosion: Fiery Photorealism Challenge

Text-to-Image

“Ad for 'Magic Burger'. Dynamic, exploded burger with all components (bun, patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, sauce) suspended in mid-air. Emphasize photorealistic detail and a sense of motion. Dark, fiery background with glowing embers. Integrate text: 'MAGIC BURGER' as a prominent title, 'LIMITED TIME ONLY' as a secondary message, and '€6.99' in a starburst, all rendered with a fiery, glowing effect.”

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B
LongCat-Image

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B

  • + Excellent photo-realistic textures on the meat patties and bun.
  • + Dynamic composition perfectly captures the 'exploded' request with suspended components.
  • + Impeccable text rendering with the requested fiery, glowing effects.
  • The 'starburst' for the price tag is more of a graphic explosion than a traditional starburst shape.

LongCat-Image

  • + Vibrant colors and high-contrast lighting.
  • + Solid background details featuring actual charcoal and flames.
  • Failed to provide an 'exploded' view; the burger is mostly assembled rather than suspended in mid-air.
  • The text layout overlaps awkwardly in the starburst, making it less professional.
  • The sauce texture under the top bun looks slightly artificial or plastic-like.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [klein] 9B followed the prompt much more accurately, specifically capturing the 'exploded' nature of the burger where components are individually suspended. While LongCat-Image produced a high-quality static image, its failure to deconstruct the burger and its clunkier text integration make it the weaker choice for this specific creative brief.

Chalkboard Menu

Text-to-Image

“Handwritten-style chalkboard menu in a cozy café, all text rendered in the exact same realistic chalk handwriting style with natural variations in letter size, slight slant, and chalk texture — no printed or digital fonts anywhere on the board. Title at the top in elegant cursive chalk handwriting: ‘TODAY’S SPECIALS – APRIL 30, 2026’. Below it, three menu items also in the same handwritten chalk style: ‘Truffle Mushroom Risotto – $24’, ‘Grilled Octopus with Lemon & Herbs – $28’, ‘Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies – $9’. At the very bottom, smaller text in the identical handwritten chalk style (slightly smaller but still clearly legible with the same handwriting characteristics): ‘All items made fresh daily • Ask about our gluten-free options’. Warm ambient café lighting, visible chalk dust and smudges, realistic handwriting imperfections, no clean printed text anywhere.”

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B
LongCat-Image

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B

  • + Excellent text rendering with near-perfect spelling and legibility.
  • + Realistic chalk texture including smudges and authentic handwriting variations.
  • + Strict adherence to all menu items and specific date requested.
  • Simple composition focusing only on the board rather than the 'cozy café' atmosphere.
  • Minor spelling error 'fress' instead of 'fresh' in the footer.

LongCat-Image

  • + Good environmental context showing the café interior.
  • + Correctly interprets the 'handwritten' request with a bold chalk style.
  • Significant spelling errors and gibberish throughout the entire text.
  • Failed to render the specific menu items correctly, merging and misspelling words.
  • The handwriting style appears more like a digital font than natural chalk variations.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [klein] 9B followed the prompt with impressive accuracy, successfully rendering complex menu descriptions and specific dates with high legibility and realistic chalk textures. In contrast, LongCat-Image failed significantly on the text rendering, producing mostly illegible gibberish and failing to follow the specific item list provided. FLUX.2 is the clear winner for its superior prompt adherence and text quality.

The Reversed Rodeo

Text-to-Image

“Horse riding astronaut in space — horse on top, not vice versa. Surreal, highly detailed, cinematic.”

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B
LongCat-Image

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B

  • + Excellent cinematic lighting and detail on both the astronaut and the horse.
  • + Rich, vibrant background with multiple celestial bodies creating a surreal atmosphere.
  • + Higher overall artistic quality and composition balance.
  • Includes nonsensical AI-generated text at the bottom.
  • Failed the specific spatial instruction for the horse to be on top of the astronaut.

LongCat-Image

  • + Clearer distinction between ground and space elements using the horizon line.
  • + Good anatomical consistency for the horse and gear.
  • Failed the specific spatial instruction for the horse to be on top of the astronaut.
  • Lower image resolution with visible noise and less sophisticated lighting.
  • Includes strange artifacts like the distorted flying objects in the background.

Verdict: Both models completely failed to follow the logical inversion requested in the prompt (horse on top of the astronaut), instead providing the standard astronaut-on-horse image. FLUX.2 [klein] 9B is the superior choice due to its significantly higher visual fidelity, cinematic lighting, and more imaginative background, whereas LongCat-Image feels dated and suffers from digital artifacts.

The Capybara Taxi Driver

Text-to-Image

“Photorealistic scene inside a yellow New York taxi at night. A capybara is driving, wearing a yellow taxi driver cap and a dark jacket. It has a calm, professional expression and both front paws on the steering wheel. In the back seat sits a human businesswoman in a coat, looking at her phone with a completely normal, bored expression (as if this is just another normal ride). Through the windows you can see the streets of Manhattan at night with blurred lights. Realistic taxi interior, photorealistic, detailed fur and fabric, 35mm lens, night lighting with reflections, shallow depth of field.”

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B
LongCat-Image

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B

  • + Excellent adherence to the 'inside the taxi' composition viewpoint
  • + Accurate depiction of a capybara with both paws on the steering wheel
  • + Very convincing human expression matching the requested 'bored' tone
  • The passenger is sitting in the front passenger seat instead of the back seat
  • Minor text nonsense on the capybara's hat

LongCat-Image

  • + Successfully placed the passengers in the back seat as requested
  • + High level of detail on the capybara's uniform and jacket
  • + Great exterior lighting and reflections on the car
  • The composition is from outside looking in, rather than 'inside the taxi'
  • The capybara only has one paw on the steering wheel, and the hand structure is somewhat distorted
  • Includes two passengers instead of a single businesswoman

Verdict: FLUX.2 [klein] 9B followed the perspective instructions much better, creating an immersive scene from the dashboard's POV, although it failed to place the woman in the back seat. LongCat-Image provided better detail on the taxi's exterior and seating arrangement but failed the specific 'both paws on wheel' and 'inside scene' requirements. FLUX.2 is preferred for its superior character expressions and adherence to the specified framing.

The Halloween Invitation

Text-to-Image

“Vintage gothic Halloween party invitation. Dark parchment poster, spooky border with webs and thorns, central glowing jack-o-lantern, bats, twisted trees, moody night sky. Add elegant gothic title text saying "Halloween Party Invitation", a small scroll banner saying "You are invited to a night of frights", and event details at the bottom: Date: 30.10.2026 Time: 7pm Location: The Arches, NYC Spooky but polished, cinematic lighting, square format.”

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B
LongCat-Image

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B

  • + Perfect text rendering for all requested details, including date and location.
  • + Excellent composition with a professional, cohesive gothic aesthetic.
  • + High-quality cinematic lighting around the jack-o-lantern and within the border.
  • The 'dark parchment' effect is subtle,appearing more like a framed illustration than a physical poster.

LongCat-Image

  • + Creative layout using a torn parchment effect to reveal the scene behind.
  • + Good adherence to the 'webs and thorns' border element.
  • Contains several spelling and logic errors in the bottom text (e.g., '3ulie', 'The Armiees', '7nm').
  • The composition feels slightly cluttered and fragmented compared to Model A.
  • The banner text is off-center and the background trees lack the detail seen in the competition.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [klein] 9B followed every instruction perfectly, delivering flawless text and a polished, professional-looking invitation. LongCat-Image had a creative idea with the torn parchment, but failed significantly on text accuracy and overall visual coherence. FLUX.2 is the clear winner for its superior rendering of details and atmosphere.

Isometric Miniature Diorama Scenes

Text-to-Image

“Create a clear, 45° top-down isometric miniature 3D cartoon scene of Japan's signature dish: sushi, with soft refined textures, realistic PBR materials, gentle lighting, on a small raised diorama base with minimal garnish and plate. Solid light blue background. At top-center: 'JAPAN' in large bold text, 'SUSHI' below it, small flag icon. Perfectly centered, ultra-clean, high-clarity, square format.”

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B
LongCat-Image

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B

  • + Excellent typographic rendering of the requested text.
  • + Clean, professional-looking wood grain texture on the diorama base.
  • + Soft, diffused lighting that creates a high-quality 3D render feel.
  • The flag icon is incorrect, resembling the flag of Yemen rather than Japan.
  • The sushi roll on the right has a strange, non-traditional structure.

LongCat-Image

  • + Correctly identifies and renders the Japanese flag icon.
  • + Higher quality 3D stylized materials that feel more like a miniature toy.
  • + Better interpretation of the 'raised diorama base' with visible legs/supports.
  • The salmon texture is slightly aggressive and looks a bit plastic-like.
  • Small artifact/distortion on the 'S' in 'SUSHI'.

Verdict: Both models followed the prompt instructions very well, capturing the isometric 3D miniature aesthetic and clear typography. LongCat-Image is the winner because it correctly provided the Japanese flag requested in the context of the prompt, whereas FLUX.2 [klein] 9B rendered a generic red and black striped flag that does not match the theme.

Adorable Baby Animals in Sunny Meadow

Text-to-Image

“Hyper-photorealistic scene of fluffy baby animals—a golden retriever puppy, tabby kitten, baby bunny, and red fox kit—with big expressive eyes and ultra-detailed soft fur, playfully chasing butterflies and tumbling together in a lush wildflower meadow, warm golden sunrise light with god rays and dew sparkles, joyful wholesome vibe, 8K masterpiece.”

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B
LongCat-Image

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B

  • + Excellent depiction of dawn lighting with realistic god rays
  • + Coherent anatomy for all three subjects shown
  • + Beautifully detailed wildflower meadow and diverse butterflies
  • Missing one of the four requested animals (the baby bunny)

LongCat-Image

  • + Successfully included elements of all four animals, albeit merged
  • + Clearer rendering of dew sparkles as requested in the prompt
  • + Wholesome and joyful expressions on the puppy and fox
  • Severe anatomical failure with the kitten having rabbit ears
  • Floating butterfly assets with lack of blending
  • The fox has an unnaturally thick, upright tail that looks detached

Verdict: While both models failed to perfectly render four distinct animals, FLUX.2 [klein] 9B produced a much more professional and aesthetically pleasing image with realistic lighting and fur textures. LongCat-Image attempted to follow the prompt more closely by including rabbit ears, but it incorrectly fused them onto the kitten's head, creating a disturbing hybrid rather than a separate bunny.

Vintage Cafe Logo

Text-to-Image

“Vintage minimalist restaurant logo for "Caffè Florian", retro cloche dome with steam and "Est. 1720" banner, classic typography, warm brown and cream tones, subtle texture on light background, vector emblem style.”

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B
LongCat-Image

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B

  • + Clean vector aesthetic suitable for a professional logo.
  • + Accurate and clear typography with correct accent marks.
  • + Follows the minimalist requirement well.
  • The composition feels slightly bottom-heavy with the large text beneath the circle.
  • Steam element is very simple and stylized.

LongCat-Image

  • + Excellent vintage texture and hand-drawn engraving style.
  • + Dynamic composition with radiating lines and expressive steam.
  • + Stronger 'vintage' feel in line-work and color palette.
  • Repetitive text ('Caffè Caffè Florian') creates clutter and violates minimalism.
  • Text rendering on the upper words is a bit messy and over-styled.
  • Less practical for a real-world vector logo due to high complexity.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [klein] 9B produces a much more functional and professional logo that strictly adheres to the 'minimalist' and 'vector' keywords. While LongCat-Image captures a fantastic vintage hand-drawn texture, it fails on the text accuracy by repeating words and lacks the clean execution required for a modern emblem.

Apollo 11: Journey to Tranquility

Text-to-Image

“Create a clean, modern vector infographic poster about the Apollo 11 mission. NASA-inspired palette (navy, white, muted red, light gray). Flat-vector style, crisp lines, consistent iconography, subtle gradients only. Steps (stop at landing): 1. Launch (Saturn Vicon) 2. Earth Orbit (Earth + orbit ring icon) 3. Translunar (trajectory arc icon) 4. Lunar Orbit (Moon + orbit ring icon) 5. Descent (lunar module descending icon) 6. Landing (lunar module on the surface icon) Small supporting elements (minimal text): • Crew strip: three silhouette icons with only last names: Armstrong, Aldrin, Collins. • Landing site marker: Moon pin labeled "Tranquility" only. Layout constraints: generous margins, large readable labels, clean background with subtle stars. Vector-only, print-poster look, high resolution.”

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B
LongCat-Image

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [klein] 9B

  • + Strong composition that flows through the mission phases.
  • + Clean, consistent vector iconography that matches the requested flat style.
  • + Adheres closely to the specified NASA-inspired color palette.
  • Frequent spelling errors in the labels (e.g., 'AOILLO', 'LANDINING', 'ARMSTROMG').
  • Flow of arrows is somewhat confusingly arranged in a grid rather than a linear sequence.

LongCat-Image

  • + Very crisp, high-contrast illustration style that feels professional.
  • + Captures the 'modern vector' aesthetic well with bold outlines.
  • Fails to follow the requested 6-step mission sequence.
  • Text is completely illegible gibberish.
  • Inaccurate iconography, such as depicting a Space Shuttle-style craft instead of the Saturn V.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [klein] 9b followed the prompt's structural instructions much better, attempting to depict all six mission steps with specific icons like the Saturn V and Lunar Module. While both models struggled significantly with spelling, FLUX.2 produced a more coherent infographic that actually told the story of the mission, whereas LongCat-Image provided a generic space-themed layout that ignored the specific step-by-step requirements.

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