Black Forest Labs' ultra-high resolution image generation model, an enhanced version of FLUX1.1 [pro] optimized for premium quality output
Settled by community votes across 13 shared challenges, with an AI judge weighing in on each.
FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra
#51 of 62 in Text-to-Image
Recraft V4.1 Pro
#43 of 62 in Text-to-Image
Where the votes landed
FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra
0.0%
win rate
Ties
0.0%
Recraft V4.1 Pro
100.0%
win rate
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.”
AI Judge Analysis
FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra
- + Excellent adherence to the glass cube geometry with sharp, realistic edges.
- + Very high resolution with crisp textures on the book cover and table wood grain.
- + Accurately renders the plant through the glass with appropriate distortion and clarity.
- − The blue sphere appears to be floating unnaturally in the center rather than resting on the bottom.
- − The lighting is somewhat flat and digital compared to image B.
Recraft V4.1 Pro
- + Superior lighting and atmosphere, creating a moody, cinematic feel.
- + Physically grounded composition where the sphere rests naturally on the base of the cube.
- + Rich, natural textures on the book pages and the wooden table surface.
- − The 'cube' geometry is slightly distorted, looking more like an open glass stand than a complete cube.
- − The red book is cropped at the edges, which slightly hurts the composition.
Verdict: FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra produced a much cleaner and more accurate technical representation of a glass cube with impressive clarity through the glass. However, Recraft V4.1 Pro achieved a more artistic and believable photographic quality with superior lighting, even though the cube's geometry was less precise.
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.”
AI Judge Analysis
FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra
- + Excellent depiction of motion blur with a long exposure feel
- + High detail in the reflections on the wet pavement
- + Sharp focus on the subject with a professional cinematic rendering
- − The man appears to be standing over the bike rather than actively repairing it
- − Composition feels a bit too clean and balanced for a 'candid street photo'
Recraft V4.1 Pro
- + Stronger 'candid' feel with messy framing and a realistic film-like texture
- + Clearly depicts the act of repairing (checking the tire)
- + The rain is more visible as falling droplets.
- − The man's hands have significant anatomical errors and merge into the tire
- − Motion blur on the car looks a bit smudged rather than photographic motion
- − The black vignette in the corners is a bit heavy-handed
Verdict: FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra produces a much cleaner, more professional-looking image that captures the atmosphere of a rainy street perfectly, though it feels a bit staged. Recraft V4.1 Pro much better captures the 'candid' and 'imperfect' instructions of the prompt, resulting in a more authentic street photography vibe, but it is let down by significant anatomical distortions in the man's hands.
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.”
AI Judge Analysis
FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra
- − The image is completely black and contains no visible content.
Recraft V4.1 Pro
- + Excellent adherence to all prompt details including braided hair with beads, scars, and ornate engraving.
- + Exceptional texture rendering on the leather straps, metal, and skin.
- + Dynamic lighting with warm reflections and beautiful bokeh effects.
- − The eyes, while striking, appear slightly desaturated/pale which might stray from a standard 'lifelike' color.
Verdict: FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra failed to generate a visible image, resulting in a black frame. Recraft V4.1 Pro produced a high-quality, professional-grade portrait that perfectly followed complex prompt requirements such as the specific armor engravings and hair accessories.
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.”
AI Judge Analysis
FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra
- + Excellent professional presentation as a physical mockup with realistic shadows.
- + Rich food photography that fills the space well.
- + Realistic hierarchy with clear section headings.
- − Nonsensical text and gibberish words throughout the design.
- − Disorganized layout with photos overlapping text areas awkwardly.
Recraft V4.1 Pro
- + Perfectly legible, high-quality typography with logical menu items and pricing.
- + Clean, sophisticated minimalist aesthetic that follows the prompt exactly.
- + Professional use of vibrant color accents to differentiate sections.
- − The grid of photos is limited to four images rather than a larger variety.
- − Less emphasis on 'pizza' photography compared to the variety in the other model.
Verdict: Recraft V4.1 Pro is the clear winner as it produces a functional, professional menu with perfectly crisp, legible text and a sophisticated minimalist layout. While FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra provides a more realistic photographic mockup feel, the content itself is composed of gibberish and the layout is cluttered.
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.”
AI Judge Analysis
FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra
- + Excellent photographic rendering of the burger texture.
- + Perfect centered composition with a high-end commercial feel.
- + Accurate text rendering for all requested strings.
- − Missed the starburst element for the price.
- − The 'exploded' effect is less dynamic and more like a tall, stacked burger.
Recraft V4.1 Pro
- + Successfully integrated the starburst element for the price.
- + Superior 'exploded' effect with more motion and dynamic component placement.
- + Stronger fiery, glowing texture applied to the main title text.
- − The meat patty looks slightly less realistic compared to the competitor.
- − The composition is a bit more scattered.
Verdict: Recraft V4.1 Pro is the winner because it adhered more closely to the stylistic specificities of the prompt, including the starburst price tag and the dynamic 'exploded' motion. While FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra produced a cleaner and more photorealistic burger, it lacked the chaotic energy and specific layout elements requested.
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.”
AI Judge Analysis
FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra
- + Excellent chalk texture on the board surface and edges
- + Authentic café lighting and background ambiance
- − Major spelling and repetition errors in the text
- − The text looks more like a digital pen than actual chalk
Recraft V4.1 Pro
- + Perfect adherence to all text requirements with no spelling errors
- + Convincing chalk texture with realistic variation in thickness and slant
- + Superior cursive title rendering
- − The tight cropping of the chalkboard makes the 'cozy café' background less visible
Verdict: Recraft V4.1 Pro is the clear winner as it followed the complex text instructions perfectly, whereas FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra suffered from significant spelling errors and repetitive phrases. Recraft V4.1 Pro also better captured the 'chalk' aesthetic requested, showing realistic pressure and texture variations in the handwriting.
The Reversed Rodeo
Text-to-Image“Horse riding astronaut in space — horse on top, not vice versa. Surreal, highly detailed, cinematic.”
AI Judge Analysis
FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra
- + Excellent high-definition details of the horse's musculature and fur.
- + Dynamic composition with a sense of depth and scale.
- + Clean, cinematic lighting that blends the astronaut and horse into the environment well.
- − Failed the specific spatial instruction; the astronaut is riding the horse instead of the 'horse on top'.
Recraft V4.1 Pro
- + Beautiful celestial background with rich colors and textures.
- + Highly cinematic lighting and starfield rendering.
- + Clear and coherent astronaut suit design.
- − Failed the specific spatial instruction to place the horse on top of the astronaut.
Verdict: Both models failed the specific prompt trick of placing the horse on top of the astronaut, instead providing the more common 'astronaut riding a horse' image. FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra is the preferred choice as it offers superior realism in the horse's anatomy and a more cohesive, grander scale of the planet background compared to Recraft V4.1 Pro.
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.”
AI Judge Analysis
FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra
- + Excellent texture on the capybara's fur and whiskers
- + Vibrant and cinematic background lighting
- − Failed the spatial instructions by placing the passenger in the front seat next to the driver
Recraft V4.1 Pro
- + Perfect adherence to character placement with the passenger correctly in the back seat
- + More realistic interior taxi perspective and lighting
- + Captures the 'bored' expression of the passenger very effectively
- − The capybara's hands/paws look slightly more like gloves than biological anatomy
Verdict: Recraft V4.1 Pro is the clear winner because it correctly placed the businesswoman in the back seat as requested, whereas FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra placed her in the passenger seat. Recraft V4.1 Pro also achieved a more authentic 'taxi at night' atmosphere with its interior framing and composition.
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.”
AI Judge Analysis
FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra
- + Excellent structure with a literal scroll design that fits the vintage aesthetic.
- + Crisp text for the event details section.
- + Detailed thorn and web border that follows the prompt closely.
- − Includes redundant and misspelled text ('noickt or a night of frights').
- − Missing the word 'Party' in the main title text.
- − The jack-o-lantern feels a bit like clip art compared to the background.
Recraft V4.1 Pro
- + Stronger cinematic lighting and atmospheric depth in the background.
- + Followed title text instructions perfectly with 'Halloween Party Invitation'.
- + More realistic and 'spooky' jack-o-lantern and environment.
- − The 'night of frights' text on the scroll is a bit thin and harder to read.
- − Lack of a clear 'parchment' texture for the entire poster, though it uses a dark background.
Verdict: Recraft V4.1 Pro is the winner because it successfully included all requested text accurately, whereas FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra suffered from significant text hallucinations and missed a word in the main title. Recraft V4.1 Pro also delivered a more cohesive and cinematic visual style that felt less like a composite of different styles.
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.”
AI Judge Analysis
FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra
- + Excellent 3D miniature aesthetic with soft, refined textures.
- + Accurate text rendering with a pleasing curved layout.
- + Superior lighting and composition that fills the diorama base effectively.
- − Includes a strange insect-like artifact on the wooden board.
- − Text size for 'JAPAN' is slightly thinner than the 'bold' request.
Recraft V4.1 Pro
- + Strong adherence to the 'bold' text requirement.
- + Very clean, minimal layout focused on the central dish.
- + Good interpretation of the 'raised diorama base' with a bed of rice.
- − The textures look slightly less '3D cartoon' and more like photoshopped elements.
- − Shadows on the base are a bit harsh compared to the 'gentle lighting' request.
- − Composition feels a bit empty compared to Model A.
Verdict: FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra produces a more visually appealing 3D miniature scene with superior lighting and textures that perfectly match the 'cartoon' style requested. While Recraft V4.1 Pro handles the bold typography well, its diorama feels slightly less coherent and the lighting is less refined. FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra is the winner for its better overall execution of the isometric 3D 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.”
AI Judge Analysis
FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra
- + Captures a very charming and cute aesthetic as requested
- + Includes all requested animal types in a clear, aligned composition
- + Excellent use of warm sunrise lighting and bokeh
- − Lean heavily towards a stylized, illustrative look rather than hyper-photorealistic
- − Anatomically simplified faces that look more like plush toys than real animals
Recraft V4.1 Pro
- + Successfully achieves a hyper-photorealistic look with natural textures
- + Dynamic posing perfectly captures the 'playfully chasing' and 'tumbling' aspect of the prompt
- + Superior detail in dew sparkles and fur interaction with light
- − The fox kit's proportions and posing are slightly awkward compared to the other animals
- − Background is slightly less dreamy than Model A, though more realistic
Verdict: While FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra produced a beautiful and clean image, it leaned too far into a stylized 'Disney' aesthetic and failed the photorealism requirement. Recraft V4.1 Pro followed the prompt much more accurately, delivering high-action realism, fantastic fur textures, and genuine dew sparkles that felt grounded in a real environment.
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.”
AI Judge Analysis
FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra
- + Excellent emblem composition with a professional, balanced circular layout.
- + Strong retro aesthetic with great use of warm brown and cream tones.
- + High-quality vector style with subtle paper texture as requested.
- − Spelling error in the main brand name, spelling it 'Framilian' instead of 'Florian'.
Recraft V4.1 Pro
- + Perfect text rendering of the requested brand name 'Caffè Florian'.
- + Adheres well to the minimalist aspect of the prompt.
- + Clean, simple vector design suitable for a modern interpretations of vintage.
- − Lower visual complexity compared to Model A.
- − The 'Est. 1720' text is very small and lacks the 'banner' integration requested in the prompt.
Verdict: Recraft V4.1 Pro followed the text instructions perfectly, delivering the correct name and a clean minimalist design. However, FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra produced a much more sophisticated and aesthetically pleasing vintage emblem that perfectly captured the 'banner' and 'creamy tones' requested, despite the typo in the main name. If the typo is a dealbreaker, Recraft V4.1 Pro is the winner, but for overall design quality and prompt adherence of visual elements, FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra created a superior logo.
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.”
AI Judge Analysis
FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra
- + Features a more visually complex and artistic composition.
- + Adheres well to the dark navy NASA-inspired background.
- + Includes a large amount of decorative detail throughout the frame.
- − Text is largely illegible 'lorem ipsum' style gibberish.
- − The logical flow of the infographic is messy and confusing.
- − Failed to follow the requested 1-6 step sequence accurately.
Recraft V4.1 Pro
- + Excellent text rendering with clear, legible labels for every step.
- + Perfectly follows the requested 6-step logical sequence.
- + Crisp, consistent flat-vector iconography that adheres to the prompt's style.
- − Minor numbering error (two number 5s instead of a 6).
- − Composition is a bit clinical and safe compared to Model A.
Verdict: Recraft V4.1 Pro is the clear winner as it produced an actual usable infographic with legible text and a logical progression that followed all prompt instructions. While FLUX1.1 [pro] Ultra has a nice artistic aesthetic, its failure to generate readable text or a coherent sequence makes it ineffective for a request centered on information design.
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