FLUX.2 [dev] Flash fal Recraft V4 Recraft AI

Settled by community votes across 9 shared challenges, with an AI judge weighing in on each.

FLUX.2 [dev] Flash

26.8 arena score

#5 of 44 in Text-to-Image

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Recraft V4

26.4 arena score

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Shared challenges 9

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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 [dev] Flash

Recraft V4

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Flash

+ Perfect adherence to spatial prompts with the sphere resting on the bottom and the book on top.
+ Very realistic textures for the glass, wood grain, and book cover.
+ Accurate lighting and reflections that match the window light description.

− The glass cube has somewhat thick, frame-like edges rather than being a solid or seamless glass object.

Recraft V4

+ Clean, solid glass cube aesthetic with sharp edges.
+ Good background depth of field.

− The blue sphere is levitating in the center of the cube, which feels less natural than resting on the surface.
− The book appears to be floating slightly above the cube or is merged poorly with the top surface.
− The plant behind the cube is less integrated with the refractive properties of the glass.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [dev] Flash produced a much more realistic and physically grounded image, with the blue sphere correctly resting inside the cube and the red book sitting naturally on top. Recraft V4 struggled with physics, showing a levitating sphere and a book that doesn't seem to be making full contact with the glass surface.

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 [dev] Flash

Recraft V4

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Flash

+ Excellent anatomical and mechanical detail in the man's hands and the bicycle components
+ Highly realistic skin texture and age spots
+ Strong adherence to the 'candid' and 'imperfect framing' prompt with a centered, slightly messy street composition

− The car in the background looks a bit static despite the motion blur request
− The front kickstand setup is slightly physically nonsensical

Recraft V4

+ Great sense of motion blur on the passing car in the background
+ Captures a very atmospheric rainy street mood with excellent reflections
+ Strong 50mm shallow depth of field effect

− The bicycle is missing its handlebars and the front fork is disconnected
− The man's posture and anatomy are slightly warped
− Less realistic skin textures compared to Model A

Verdict: FLUX.2 [dev] Flash provides a much more convincing and detailed subject with realistic skin and a coherent bicycle, making the scene feel truly candid. While Recraft V4 excels at capturing atmospheric motion blur and the bokeh of a city street, it fails on basic mechanical consistency as the bicycle lacks handlebars and the man's form is less defined.

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 [dev] Flash

Recraft V4

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Flash

+ Excellent depiction of the requested beads in the braids
+ Highly detailed texture on the leather straps and metal engravings
+ Very lifelike eyes and skin texture

− The facial wounds appear more like fresh bloody cuts than faint scars

Recraft V4

+ Stronger lighting contrast on the face
+ Good realization of the 'battle-worn' look and grime
+ Ornate scrollwork on the armor matches the prompt well

− Fewer beads in the hair compared to the prompt's request for detail
− Composition is slightly tilted and less centered than Image A

Verdict: Both models followed the prompt very closely, but FLUX.2 [dev] Flash edges out the competition with superior texture rendering on the leather straps and a more precise interpretation of the braided hair with beads. Recraft V4 captures the 'battle-worn' atmosphere exceptionally well with its lighting and grit, but the overall clarity and detail in the mechanical elements of the armor make FLUX.2 the preferred choice.

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 [dev] Flash

Recraft V4

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Flash

+ Excellent adherence to the 'chalk texture' and 'handwritten style' requirements with realistic variations.
+ Perfect large-scale text rendering that fills the board naturally.
+ The chalk dust and smudges on the board look highly authentic.

− The title is in print/all-caps rather than the requested 'elegant cursive'.
− The third item price is repeated on two lines ($9).

Recraft V4

+ Successfully completed the truncated prompt text for 'Brown Butter Chocolate Chip Cookies'.
+ Includes charming chalk illustrations for each menu item.
+ Good composition with a clear view of the cafe background.

− The text looks like a digital font overlay rather than organic chalk handwriting.
− The title lacks the requested elegant cursive style.
− The handwriting looks too uniform and lacks the varying pressure of real chalk.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [dev] Flash captures the texture and soul of a real chalkboard with authentic-looking handwriting and dust, though it struggled with the specific request for cursive. Recraft V4 followed the literal prompt instructions more closely regarding the full item names, but the text lacks realism and feels like a digital font, making it less convincing as a real menu.

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 [dev] Flash

Recraft V4

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Flash

+ Excellent adherence to the 'bored expression' prompt for the human passenger.
+ High visual clarity and photorealistic texture on the capybara's fur.
+ Consistent lighting and shallow depth of field that feels professional.

− The passenger appears to be in the front passenger seat rather than the back seat as requested.
− The capybara's paws look more like human-animal hybrid claws rather than realistic capybara feet.

Recraft V4

+ Correctly places the passenger in the back seat per the prompt instructions.
+ The capybara has a very realistic profile and the hat text 'NYC TAXI' is clear and fitting.
+ Atmospheric rainy city background enhances the 'night in Manhattan' feel.

− The human passenger's hand holding the phone is slightly distorted.
− The composition feels a bit more cramped with the large window frame in the foreground.

Verdict: While FLUX.2 [dev] Flash produces a cleaner and more detailed individual subjects, Recraft V4 followed the spatial instructions of the prompt much better by placing the passenger in the back seat. Recraft V4 also captured a more authentic New York atmosphere with the rainy windows and specific hat text, making it the more accurate interpretation of the scene.

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 [dev] Flash

Recraft V4

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Flash

+ Excellent typography style that matches the gothic aesthetic perfectly.
+ Clearly defined border consisting of thorns and webs as requested.
+ Very high legibility and creative use of a central scroll banner.

− Includes some hallucinations in the event details section, adding a garbled line of text.

Recraft V4

+ Atmospheric background with rain and a moonlit sky.
+ Correct rendition of all requested text elements.
+ High level of detail on the jack-o-lantern and fallen leaves.

− The 'small scroll banner' is a flat white ribbon that clashes with the gothic theme.
− The border looks like a digital overlay rather than an integrated part of a parchment poster.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [dev] Flash creates a much more cohesive and aesthetically pleasing invitation through its superior typography and integrated border design. While Recraft V4 captures the rainy atmosphere well and gets the text details technically correct, its layout feels less like a polished invitation and more like a photo with text overlays.

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 [dev] Flash

Recraft V4

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Flash

+ Excellent 3D miniature rendering that matches the requested cartoon aesthetic.
+ Perfect text layout with 'JAPAN' large and 'SUSHI' below.
+ Clean, professional wooden diorama base.

− The sushi roll construction is slightly nonsensical with fish draped over a maki-style roll.

Recraft V4

+ Highly realistic textures on the sushi fish and rice.
+ Good variety of sushi types presented on the plate.
+ Unique crystalline/ice diorama base.

− Text layout is somewhat sparse with large letter spacing that lacks the requested 'bold' look.
− The 'miniature 3D cartoon' aesthetic was largely ignored in favor of photorealism.

Verdict: FLUX.2 [dev] Flash adhered better to the '3D cartoon' and 'miniature' style requirements, creating a balanced and aesthetically pleasing graphic design. While Recraft V4 achieved higher realism for the food itself, it missed the mark on the specific bold text layout and the overall stylized diorama feel requested in the prompt.

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 [dev] Flash

Recraft V4

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Flash

+ Excellent depiction of dew sparkles and golden sunrise lighting
+ Clean anatomy for each individual animal
+ Very high textural detail in the fur

− Static posing that doesn't fully capture the 'chasing' or 'tumbling' action
− Duplicates animals (two rabbits and two foxes) instead of sticking to one of each

Recraft V4

+ Perfectly captures the action of 'playfully chasing' and 'tumbling'
+ Includes the correct number of animals as requested (one of each species)
+ Dynamic composition with butterflies interspersed throughout different depth layers

− The fox's front right leg has slightly awkward anatomy
− The kitten looks a bit stiff compared to the movement of the other animals

Verdict: Recraft V4 is the winner because it follows the prompt's count of animals and the spirit of the action (chasing and tumbling) much better than FLUX.2 [dev] Flash, which created a static group portrait with duplicated animals. While FLUX.2 [dev] Flash has slightly cleaner individual textures, Recraft V4 provides a more cohesive and accurate interpretation of the scene's requested energy.

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 [dev] Flash

Recraft V4

AI Judge Analysis

FLUX.2 [dev] Flash

+ Excellent adherence to the color palette including the navy background.
+ High level of detail in the lunar module and rocket illustrations.
+ Creative inclusion of the crew silhouettes and landing site labels.

− Several text glitches (e.g., 'LAUNCH' is garbled, 'MOON' has extra characters).
− The 'Translunar' section is confusing with multiple overlapping arrows.
− It uses more complex shading than a 'flat-vector' style would typically have.

Recraft V4

+ Perfectly follows the 'flat-vector' style with crisp, clean lines.
+ Text rendering is flawless and highly legible.
+ The logical flow and spacing of the steps are easier to follow as an infographic.

− The 'Saturn V' icon is extremely simplified and doesn't strongly resemble the actual rocket.
− The composition feels a bit empty with a lot of unused white space.
− The planetary icons are less impressive than those in the competing model.

Verdict: Recraft V4 is the clear winner for an infographic task, as it produces clean, legible text and a consistent flat-vector aesthetic that matches the prompt exactly. FLUX.2 [dev] Flash produces more detailed and visually rich illustrations, but fails significantly on text rendering and the requested minimalist vector style.