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FLUX.1 Kontext [pro]

FLUX.1 Kontext [pro] is BFL's $0.04/image generation and editing model for character consistency, text edits and fast iterative visual workflows.

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In plain English

What is this model and why does it matter?

FLUX.1 Kontext [pro] is Black Forest Labs' production image model that combines generation and editing in one workflow. It is especially known for character consistency and text-based image edits.

Image editingCharacter consistencyText editing in imagesStyle transformationProduct creative workflows
Model overview

FLUX.1 Kontext [pro]: features, use cases and important details

FLUX.1 Kontext [pro] is Black Forest Labs’ production model for unified image generation and context-aware editing.

FLUX.1 Kontext [pro] verified features

The model accepts text and image inputs and can generate new images, edit existing scenes, preserve character identity, replace text and transform visual styles. BFL released the Kontext family on May 29, 2025.

Pricing and availability

Kontext [pro] remains available through the BFL API and Playground at $0.04 per image, with typical generation around 5-6 seconds and fixed 1MP output.

Best uses

It is particularly useful for iterative advertising creative, consistent characters, product image changes and prompt-based text edits inside images.

Limitations

Black Forest Labs now recommends FLUX.2 for new projects because newer models support higher resolution, multiple references and additional controls.

Get started

How to use this model

  1. Create a Black Forest Labs API account and key.
  2. Choose FLUX.1 Kontext [pro].
  3. Provide a text prompt and optionally an input image.
  4. Describe the exact edit or generation goal.
  5. Review output consistency and typography before publishing.
Copy and try

Example prompts

  • Replace the text on this sign with 'SUMMER SALE' while keeping the style.
  • Put this same character in a snowy city at night.
  • Transform this product photo into a premium studio advertisement.
Capabilities

What it can do

  • Text-to-image
  • Image editing
  • Character consistency
  • Text editing
  • Style transformation
  • Fast 1MP generation
Best for

Practical use cases

  • Iterative creative editing
  • Character workflows
  • Advertising images
  • Product visuals
  • Typography edits
Pricing

What does it cost?

FLUX.1 Kontext [pro] costs 4 credits, or $0.04, per generated image. BFL lists approximately 5-6 second generation time and fixed 1MP output.

Output$0.04 / image
Simple summaryHosted generation costs $0.04 per image. BFL now recommends FLUX.2 for new projects, but Kontext [pro] remains available.

What stands out

  • Unified generation and editing
  • Strong character consistency
  • Fast output
  • Simple per-image pricing

Things to consider

  • Previous-generation model
  • Fixed 1MP output
  • No fine-tuning for the Pro endpoint
Limitations

Important restrictions and trade-offs

  • BFL recommends FLUX.2 for new projects
  • Single-reference workflow is less flexible than newer multi-reference models
  • Image details can still drift
SimplifyAITools verdict

Our editorial take

Still a very high-demand image editing model because of its strong character preservation and straightforward prompt-based edits, even though FLUX.2 is now newer.

References

Primary sources

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